October 2, 2023 Community Harvest, Plants & Produce, Recipes & Wellness, Resources, Tips & Tricks All About White Sweet Potatoes There are hundreds of varieties of sweet potatoes. Two of the most common are orange and white! White sweet potatoes have lighter, golden-colored skin and white flesh that looks like a starchy russet. Unlike their orange counterparts, white sweet potatoes have a drier texture, white flesh, a mild flavor, and a subtle nutty undertone. These potatoes can be roasted, baked, grilled, or mashed just like orange sweet potatoes—the main difference is ..read more

September 25, 2023 Community Harvest, Supporting Local Taylor Hanna Meet the Producer: Long Walk Farms Long Walk Farms was founded in July of 2020 in Council Bluffs, IA. Read the full article from the Center for Rural Affairs below to learn more about this farm and its operators! Read More sUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER CLICK HERE TO STAY UPDATED Share this post with your friends The post Meet the Producer: Long Walk Farm appeared first on No More Empty Pots ..read more

September 12, 2023 Community Harvest, Supporting Local Taylor Hanna Meet the Producer: Little Town Gardens Candi and David are the founders of Little Town Gardens in Gibbon, NE. Read More sUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER CLICK HERE TO STAY UPDATED Share this post with your friends The post Meet the Producer: Little Town Gardens appeared first on No More Empty Pots ..read more

June 26, 2023 Community Harvest, Recipes & Wellness Taylor Hanna Milk and Honey Berry Popsicles Popsicles or ice pops are the perfect treat for those warm, lazy days of summer! Share with us on our Community Harvest Facebook Group! Ingredients Popsicles 1 1/4 Cups Milk 1 Tbl Honey 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Fresh Blueberries Fresh Raspberries Instructions To make a milk mixture, warm about 1/4 cup of the milk in the microwave for about 20 seconds. Stir in the honey until blended. Then add the vanilla extract and the remaining 1 cup of the milk. Place the berries of your ..read more

June 14, 2023 Plants & Produce, Recipes & Wellness, Resources, Tips & Tricks Easy Refrigerator Pickles Refrigerator pickles are like a magical time machine that stops the spoilage of your fresh produce! Keep reading for a recipe. The basic ratio is 1:1 vinegar to water, including some combination of salt and sugar. Another ratio that is commonly followed is the 3:2:1 method, using three parts vinegar, two parts water, and 1 part sugar. Once you start making quick pickles, you can adjust the ratio according to your own taste. Remember to add your favorite herbs and s ..read more

June 8, 2023 Community Harvest, Supporting Local Omstead Family Farms Established in 2018, Omstead Family Farms grows a variety of tasty veggies! Facebook Page Instagram page Photo Source: Omstead Family Farms Facebook Page sUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER CLICK HERE TO STAY UPDATED Share this post with your friends The post Meet the Producer: Omstead Family Farms appeared first on No More Empty Pots ..read more

May 16, 2023 Plants & Produce, Resources, Tips & Tricks How to Prepare Radishes This week’s harvest brings you radishes from FarmTable Procurement and Delivery in Harlan, Iowa! Radishes are harvested in the late spring and early summer, so we’re just in time! Here are a few ideas for at-home prep: Shaved or finely chopped raw radishes are great for salads, slaws or pretty for presentation on food platters. Not into the peppery bite of raw radishes? Cooking radishes tames their heat while retaining some of their trademark crunch. Try roasting, stir-frying, or sautéing and ..read more

June 17, 2022 Community Harvest, Recipes & Wellness Taylor Hanna Tangy Snap Peas This snap pea recipe makes a delicious and healthy side that you can add to your lunch or dinner. Snap Peas are a great addition to a low-carb or low-calorie diet. They are full of Vitamin C, A, iron and fiber. Add in some of that broccoli, mushrooms, kale, or turnips from the box this week to this recipe to jazz it up! Ingredients 8 oz. sugar snap peas (provided) ½ tablespoon grapeseed oil or other neutral tasting oil 1 garlic clove 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon toas ..read more

June 10, 2022 Community Harvest, Recipes & Wellness Taylor Hanna Strawberry Salad This balsamic salad recipe is definitely a keeper. Packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants. Substitute the fruits, nuts, and greens at any time for what’s in season. Add a protein, like grilled salmon, fluffed quinoa or roasted chickpeas to make this salad a full meal! Tip: Soak the red onions in cold water prior to using for a less potent taste! What did you add to your salad to make it your own?  Share with us on our Community Harvest Facebook Group! Ingredients Salad 1 head romaine, cho ..read more

June 3, 2022 Community Harvest, Recipes & Wellness Taylor Hanna Any Greens Pesto Do you have an abundance of greens and fresh herbs in your fridge? Pesto is an easy and delicious way to use those up as a final touch to a meal! This pesto pasta recipe is full of vitamin k and antioxidants. I always like to use walnuts or sunflower seeds for the pesto when I don’t have any pine nuts. Top it off with some sliced radishes for a little crunchy kick. Ingredients Pasta 12 ounces noodles (provided) 1 bunch asparagus, chopped (provided) 1 cup green beans, chopped (provided) 1 tables ..read more