Category: Winter

Get to know the winter radish!

By Steph C
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Inspired by the Culinary Breeding Network’s Instagram post with a lovely illustration featuring different varieties, we decided to dive deep into winter radish.  These versatile root veggies vary in size,…

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Parsnip, Citrus & Rye Coffee Cake

Recipe: Parsnip, Citrus & Rye Coffee Cake

By Sarah W
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From parsnips to roasted coffee and grains, many of the ingredients needed to make this recipe can be found at the PSU Farmers Market.

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Cooking with Winter Root Veggies

By Steph C
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We are rooting for Celeriac, Parsnips, Rutabagas, Sunchokes, Turnips, and Winter Radishes, and you should too! These roots are not the most celebrated at the winter farmers markets, but we…

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Winter Produce storage blog

Storage Tips for Winter Produce

By Steph C
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Hearty and thick-skinned winter produce is known for its long shelf life. However, sometimes it does not always live up to its reputation.  For example, you purchase beautiful bright green brussels…

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Delicious Ways to Cook Winter Produce

By Sarah W
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This post explores other ways to prepare winter veggies than a simple roast in the oven.

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Baking with the Flavors of Local Grains

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by Katie Gourley We might not always step into the kitchen to bake thinking that we are about to partake in an agricultural act. However, the act of baking and…

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Recipe: Nicki’s Gingery Apple Cake with Cider Glaze

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This past Sunday morning, armed with our region’s best ingredients, I picked up one of my favorite cookbooks – The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook for inspiration…

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Red Beet & Olive Oil Chocolate Cake

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This cake is perfect for the fall and winter months, when you may be craving something rich yet not too heavy. It isn’t overly sweet, and the beets and olive oil lend an earthy…

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