Local Flavor Recipes

If you’re looking to get your green on, why not try this light smoothie? Ingredients 1 1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1 organic apple, peeled and chopped 1 medium frozen banana 1 1/2 cups fresh organic spinach 1 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 medium avocado Directions In a large, high-powered blender, add in all ingredients. Blend on high for 1–2 minutes, or until all ... Read More

The Best Cleaning Tool Can Be Found in Your Kitchen Lemons don’t just add a tart flavor to your favorite desserts or cool you down in a refreshing drink on a hot summer day. In addition to bold flavors, lemons also have powerful cleaning properties. Their acidity and oils cut through grease and can sanitize many of your household items. The best place to clean with a lemon is in the kitchen. For the microwave, ... Read More

In This Issue: Zucchini Noodles With Turkey Bolognese If you love spaghetti, you’ll love these zucchini noodles! Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 tbsp garlic, minced 1/2 cup onions, diced small 1 lb ground turkey 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tsp sugar 3 medium zucchini Parmesan cheese, for ... Read More

In This Issue: Birthday Cake Baked Oatmeal for One (Yes, Really) Did you know that January is National Oatmeal Month? If you tend to think of oatmeal as boring, this fun dessert-themed recipe just might change your mind. To go all out, top with a candle and a dollop of whipped cream. Ingredients 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1 browning banana, mashed 1/2 cup milk 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ... Read More

With These 3 Hot Winter Drinks In This Issue: How to Boost Your Immune System Like a Celebrity What do Jennifer Lawrence, Lady Gaga, Angelina Jolie, Taylor Swift, and Khloé Kardashian have in common? Yes, they’re all high-profile celebrities, of course, but they’re also big fans of hot tea. According to the entertainment website Yaay, Angelina Jolie likes to make her own garlic tea by steeping fresh cloves in ... Read More

Make your tea time extra special with these tasty cakes that are easy to make Ingredients 1 cup butter, at room temperature 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (plus extra for rolling cookies) 2 cups flour 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped Directions Preheat oven to 325 F. Using a mixer, cream butter in a large mixing bowl. Add the ... Read More

In This Issue: Sinfully Sweet Butternut Squash This butternut squash, oven-roasted and caramelized to perfection, could almost pass for dessert. You’d never guess it’s a dish loaded with vitamins and antioxidants!  Ingredients 1 large butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup 1 3/4 tsp kosher salt 3/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp black ... Read More

The Secret Link Between Home Depot, the Government, and Fast-Food Tacos In This Issue: 3 Mind-Blowing Facts About Taco Bell Did you know that Oct. 4 is National Taco Day? Corn or flour tortillas, hard or soft shells, we really love our tacos here in the USA. According to NationalTacoDay.com, Americans ate more than 4.5 billion tacos last year. End to end, that’s 490,000 miles of tortilla-wrapped beans, meat, and ... Read More

In This Issue: Roasted Rosemary Brussels Sprouts and Potatoes If you’re having trouble getting the kids to eat Brussels sprouts, try this delicious vegan recipe as a side dish. Every vegetable tastes better roasted!  Ingredients 1 3/4 lbs fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise 3 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced 4 tsp olive oil ... Read More

Who says a loaded potato has to clog your arteries? In this healthy version that serves four, a sweet potato base is topped with fiber-rich bean salsa. Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp coriander 3/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, ... Read More