May 26, 2019
This month we highlight asparagus and rhubarb for the start to summer and outdoor farmers’ market season. Rhubarb is a red, tart vegetable resembling celery.
May 26, 2019 ● By Tiffany Hinton
Boost your brain health with this hearty protein and healthy-fat packed dish,” says health coach Tiffany Hinton.
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.
" 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.