May 26, 2019 ● By Charles Colley
The feel of the warm sun and first summer breezes announce the arrival of summertime, and that means berry picking time in Woodstock.
May 26, 2019
" Enjoy these two family favorites that we can prepare quickly and simply for lunch or dinner,” says Jen Miller, of Prairie Wind Family Farm, in Grayslake.
Apr 25, 2019
This bright root vegetable comes in a variety of colors and can be eaten raw, roasted, steamed, juiced, pureed, pickled or any other way you discover.
On sunny spring days, we spend our days in the field planting new crops and harvesting. When the weather is rainy, we are in the greenhouse, seeding crops and focused on indoor projects.
Mar 25, 2019
Artichokes are a bright green, slightly sweet and earthy vegetable. They are biggest and most vibrant in the spring from March to May.
In April, we see the spinach planted in fall spring back to life with new growth of textured leaves.
Feb 25, 2019
Over the past few years, this versatile vegetable has become a great alternative for high-carbohydrate or gluten-rich products like pizza crust, taco shells and mashed potatoes.
Winter is a perfect season to enjoy this preserved taste of fall. These are some of my favorite apple cider recipes.
Jan 28, 2019
Salad is simple, and can be a nutrient powerhouse of beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and micronutrients.
Most root vegetables are good sources of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that also helps your body absorb iron.
Dec 26, 2018
Mushrooms are fungi that can grow above and below the ground. They are hearty and comforting, perfect for the winter season—great in soups and stews or by themselves.
If your taste buds love it, but your body disagrees, functional medicine physician Barbie Allegretti, DC, has a dairy-free alternative that is easy to whip up and adds a great touch to any wintertime treat.
Beautyheart Radishes, also known as watermelon radishes, are unsuspecting on the outside, but a brilliant, beautiful pink on the inside.
Nov 20, 2018 ● By Lisa Kivirist and John D. Ivanko
Surrounded by the glacial hills of the Kettle Moraine, Elkhart Lake celebrates the holiday season with enticing cuisine and an annual Old World Christmas Market at The Osthoff Resort.
Nov 20, 2018
It has been praised for its medicinal properties, like vitamin K, which is great for healthy bones and nervous system.
Oct 28, 2018
The sweet, fall carrots and beets make a great salad to celebrate the rich soil where they were grown, and the spinach frittata reminds me to prepare more recipes for winter spinach harvests to come.
Buttercup squash is a variety of winter squash providing a high dose of vitamin A and C, great for protecting the eyes and fighting off germs during flu season.
Aug 27, 2018 ● By Janie Maxwell
Summer produce is still in abundance and the new crop of fall vegetables is also starting to appear.
Aug 27, 2018
We’re on a granita-kick this summer! We love the refreshing and light flavor, and it’s a great way to use up very ripe fruit.
We like to be creative with this recipe. Place pieces of fruit or berries, or edible flowers on the bottom of the molds before adding the liquid ingredients.
