Warmer weather is in the air and the early season’s produce is becoming available. Where can you find the freshest fruits and vegetables possible?  Chances are, they may be closer than you think. Check out the farmer’s markets in your area to see what is in store for you. You can find: Fresh-picked fruits and... Continue Reading →

Southwest Salad A flavorful and nutrition packed recipe you and your family will love. Can openerstrainerMedium BowlKnife 1 onion (finely chopped)2 cans no-salt-added black beans ((15 oz.) cans)15 ounce can low-sodium corn (or bag frozen)15 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes1 cup fresh cilantro2 limes (juiced)1/2 tsp ground cumin1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp Pepper corn tortilla... Continue Reading →

As the weather starts to change from spring to summer, we want to spend more time outside with our families while it is warm and sunny. Salads can be a great addition to any family picnic or outdoor barbeque. When we think of salads, a plain green lettuce salad with a boring dressing may come... Continue Reading →

Fresh snap peas are a wonderful, crunchy snack but when you ROAST snap peas, they become a little sweeter, richer, and make a great side dish to any protein. Roasted Sugar Snap Peas Fresh snap peas are a wonderful, crunchy snack but when you ROAST snap peas, they become a little sweeter, richer, and make... Continue Reading →

Fresh fruits and vegetables are healthy and delicious, but they are also an investment that could end up in the garbage if not stored properly.  Below are a few tips to help keep you produce at their best.  Remember not all produce needs or should be stored in the refrigerator.   Ripen the following on the... Continue Reading →

The ginger in this smoothie balances out the sweetness and gives it a zing! Kids love it! Sweet & Spicy Green Smoothie The ginger in this smoothie make is a little bit spicy to balance the sweetness of the fruit. Bottom line- It’s delicious! Blender 1 cup canned pineapple or pear chunks, no-sugar added (drained... Continue Reading →

Did you know that you can use EBT to buy food-producing seeds & plants? Imagine how far your SNAP benefits can go when you plant a garden. Here is a handy chart to learn what and when to plant in Idaho. For questions about gardening in Idaho, contact your local University of Idaho County Extension... Continue Reading →

You probably know that eating lots of fruits and vegetables can be important for a healthy lifestyle, but did you know that focusing on VARIETY is also important? Different colors and groups of fruits and vegetables provide us with many different vitamins and minerals. By eating a variety, we make sure we get all the... Continue Reading →

A fun twist on pizza for the whole family to enjoy. Pick your toppings from spinach to olives to broccoli to customize dinner for each person! Bell Pepper Pizza A fun and simple recipe for the whole family! 1 bell pepper1/4 cup pizza sauce (low-sodium)1/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (grated)pinch dried oreganopinch dried basil1/4 cup... Continue Reading →