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Enjoying Fresh Food and Fresh Savings at the Farmer’s Market
One of the biggest challenges facing anyone with a busy lifestyle and a tight budget is how to put healthy, nutritious meals on the table for your family. You know that, in order to cook a delicious meal, you need fresh, quality ingredients. The challenge, though, is finding the time to shop for those fresh ingredients in a cost-effective fashion.
Thankfully, almost every community has a solution to your dilemma nearby. At the local Farmer’s market, you can find fruits and vegetables that are grown in your hometown. The Farmer’s market also often features hard-to-find items that never show up in your grocery store’s produce aisle.
Try these tips to enjoy fresh food and fresh savings at your local farmers market:
1. Arrive early. To ensure you have the best selection of homegrown, fresh food available, plan to arrive at the Farmer’s market when it opens. Smart shoppers know that the best produce is sold fast. Arriving even a half-hour or an hour after the market opens could mean that much less of the good stuff is available to you.
2. Dress appropriately. Most Farmer’s markets are held outdoors. Plan to stay a while, and dress comfortably. If you’re in a hot climate attending a Farmer’s market in the summer, wear a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. If it’s cold, wear layers to stay warm for as long as you wish to stay and shop.
3. Buy what you like when you see it. If you see something you like, remember that it’ll likely be gone the next time you pass by that booth. Farmers work hard for their money, and they’ll seldom hold produce for you if a buyer walks up and is ready to pay for it. You miss out on some excellent deals unless you jump on them right away.
4. Prepare for variety. Depending on your location, its climate, and the time of year you visit to the Farmer’s market, the selection can vary widely from week to week. If you see something you like, jump on it. It may not be available next week.
5. Bring an open mind. Many who are new to Farmer’s markets make the mistake of only purchasing items they’re used to cooking with. The Farmer’s market is your opportunity to experiment with flavors that are foreign to you. You’ll find palate pleasing fruits and vegetables that add variety to your home’s menu.
6. Be willing to leave your comfort zone. Even produce you’ve never heard of before can add zing to your food. While you may not know how you’re going to use each ingredient you purchase while you’re at the market, it’s easy to find recipes that use each ingredient online.
* Remember that the farmers selling their goods are experts in the produce they’re selling. If you ask them for examples of how to use unfamiliar produce in your cooking, they’ll often be more than happy to give you an idea or two. Ask lots of questions.
7. Bring cash. In most Farmer’s markets, the only way to pay is with cash. Stop by the ATM on your way to the market to ensure you’re able to enjoy the unique, homegrown produce that you find there.
8. Give yourself time to look around. By doing so, you may save money by finding a different vendor with the same produce at lower prices. Or, you’ll find items other than fruits and vegetables that may suit your fancy.
* Often, some of the best breads and organic jellies can also be found at your local farmers market at prices lower than the stores. In addition, nonfood items like homemade soaps and crafts can be found at the Farmer’s market at bargain prices.
By visiting your local farmers market and using these tips, you can enjoy fresh food and fresh savings. In addition, you’ll be supporting your local community while cooking with and eating healthy, mostly organic ingredients. Your local Farmer’s market offers affordable prices, a unique selection, and a chance to try new foods that’ll make you smile.
The Food Network Magazine reader is a total food enthusiast–passionate, imaginative, and sees cooking as an expression of their creative spirit. Whether it’s a quick weeknight meal or planning a dinner party with friends, the The Food Network Magazine reader loves to experiment with new ideas and add a unique signature twist to every meal.
There are so many people that would like to lose weight that losing weight is the number one New Year’s resolution each year. Whether you’ve been trying all along to lose weight or you’re just starting out, there are sweet treats that won’t ruin your resolution. And you shouldn’t have to look too far to find them.
Chocolate is a weakness for many men and women – with people in general. Unfortunately, part of the allure of chocolates comes from the sugar and fat in them. This means that, even though chocolate tastes great, it’s not good for helping someone lose weight.
Instead of giving in to the craving for chocolate, you do have another option that is nutritious and can help to curb your craving. Have you ever tried carob? The pods of this plant are ground into a powder that looks an awful lot like cocoa. Carob is naturally sweet; you can buy it in drops, bars, or powder form. Use carob instead of chocolate when you’re baking or making candy and you may not be able to tell the difference.
Do you have the desire for something chewy? Try licorice which is sweeter than sugar. Licorice root, which is what licorice candy is made from, also has health benefits such as easing menstrual cramps, fighting respiratory problems, and easing sore throats.
Peppermint candy is another sweet option that won’t sink your New Year’s resolution to lose weight. Peppermint has been found to help relieve coughing, headaches, and nausea. It’s great to put in tea as well as to eat as a hard candy. Be careful not to eat too much of it, however.
Fresh fruit is another great choice when you want something sweet that won’t ruin your figure. You’ll also enjoy the crunch you’ll get along with the sweet taste. And you’ll have the benefit of receiving the many vitamins, nutrients, and fiber in its natural form.
Fruit smoothies are something that can be enjoyed any time you want something sweet. They’re full of nutrition and healthy. You can make smoothies out of nearly any fruit so you don’t have to get bored and have only one flavor. They’re easy to make and taste great.
Several companies have begun making 100 calorie snack packages. These would be good to take with you when you’re on the go. You may also be able to find brownies, muffins, and fruit squares in the same 100 calorie varieties.
Trying to lose weight, whether as a New Year’s resolution or at any other time of year, doesn’t mean you can’t ever have anything sweet again. In fact, there are many sweet treats that won’t ruin your resolution to shed some pounds. Use any of the ideas above or find some of your own and you’ll soon be shedding weight with your sweet tooth intact.
