Ham and Leek Pies Recipe adapted from Taste of Home Prep Time: 40 minutes Cook Time: 22 minutes Makes: 4 servings Ingredients *ingredients available at the market 1/4 cup butter, cubed 4 cups sliced leeks (white portion only)* 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms* 3 medium carrots, sliced* 1/2 cup all-purpose
Seasonal Celebrations at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market By Jodie Fitz As you prepare for the upcoming Passover and Easter celebrations, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is the perfect place to begin your menu planning. With a vibrant selection of locally grown and produced goods, the market offers everything you need to
Carrot Muffins with Chia Seeds Recipe adapted from Kims Cravings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Makes: 12 muffins Ingredients *ingredients available at the market 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat pastry flour 3/4 cup firmly packed light or dark brown sugar 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
The Munch on National Brunch Month by Jodie Fitz April is national Brunch Month, which is perfect with Easter just around the corner! And, since it was National BLT Day on April 1st, it only felt fitting to combine them both into an egg sandwich with a twist of guacamole
Guacamole Breakfast Sandwich Recipe adapted from Damn Delicious Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings Ingredients *ingredients available at the market 8 slices bacon* 4 large eggs* Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 4 slices of cheese* 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room
Baking with Maple Syrup by Jodie Fitz Maple syrup makes a great alternative, natural sweetener. Local maple syrup can be found at the market weekly throughout the year. Many vendors at the market collaborate and use each others products in their goods they bring to market; including several of our
Time for a Little Maple love! by jodie Fitz While shoppers can find maple syrup at the Saratoga Farmers’ Markets throughout the year; now is the season for tapping, sap collecting, boiling and bottling so that this sweet indulgence can find its way to your table. Maple syrup can be
Corned Beef and Cabbage; The Real Story by Jodie Fitz When I decided to share a Glazed Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe this week, I thought it would be fun to share the origins of this delicious meal that has become synonymous with St. Patrick’s Day fare. What I didn’t
Fight the Winter Blues at the Market by Jodie Fitz The winter blues is legit; all you have to do is google it and read the case studies! While there are many ways to combat the ‘winter blues’, the market can be a fabulous local tool to help accomplish some
School Break Staycation Activities at the Market by Jodie Fitz The market is a great place to bring the kids during school break. It is an educational experience that can be introduced through fun and entertaining activities. Here are some ways to expose children to the Saratoga Farmers’ Market, while