Fresh Take
Fresh Take is your roundup of all things related to organic and sustainable living. Join Florida Organic Growers staff and guest experts as we discuss everything you need to know about sustainable living, organic agriculture, and how to make the best lifestyle choices that benefit you and the environment. So if you’re an eco-warrior, a dedicated farmer, or just someone looking to make more conscious decisions, tune in to get your Fresh Take.
Fresh Take
Holiday Cooking with Nontraditional Local Foods
With the holiday season right around the corner, now is the time for recipe planning! By incorporating locally grown foods into your holiday recipes, you can make tasty dishes and feel good about supporting your local farmer.
In this episode, hear about:
- What crops are in season in Florida
- Unique recipes using local ingredients
- Where to purchase local foods
- How SNAP/EBT users can double their money at farmers markets
Links to Recipes Mentioned in Episode:
Roselle Mock Cranberry Sauce: https://toadstoolsfairyrings.com/2016/11/15/roselle-mock-cranberry-sauce
Creamed Braising Greens: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12248-creamed-braising-greens
Butter Braised Radishes and Turnips: https://simpleseasonal.com/recipes/butter-braised-radishes-and-turnips
Old-fashioned Pumpkin Pie: https://toadstoolsfairyrings.com/2017/12/09/old-fashioned-pumpkin-pie
Other Resources:
Learn about Florida Heritage Foods and upcoming events at: www.floridaheritagefoods.com
Find out what’s in season on the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services website: https://www.fdacs.gov/Consumer-Resources/Buy-Fresh-From-Florida/Crops-in-Season
Visit Fresh from Florida’s What’s in Season Page for more in season crops: https://www.followfreshfromflorida.com/whats-in-season
Go to UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions page to learn what crops to grow in your region for each season: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/vegetable-gardens-by-season.html
Learn more about upcoming events on FOG’s website: www.foginfo.org/events
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