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Okra is one of my favorite summer veggies. I like okra more than I like tomatoes! Unfortunately, okra is often a misunderstood veggie. This recipe is the secret to getting flavorful and crunchy [...]

When you shop at Western Wake Farmers Market in July you will see tomatoes everywhere! Locally grown tomatoes have so much flavor that you will not find in a store bought tomato. Assuming you [...]

Zucchini ribbons and zucchini ‘noodles.’ You have probably heard all about them. If you have not tried them out, now is the time! They are light, easy to prepare and rich in copper, [...]

Who says salads have can’t have melon in them?! This salad makes a cool treat for those hot summer days. The best part? Kids love it too! INGREDIENTS 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and [...]

There are so many tomatoes and market right now and we never get tired of creating recipes with them! This warm summer dish pairs wonderfully with a roasted market chicken from one of our meat [...]

Summer is here and we love all of the produce that this season brings us. You have recently seen the market full of berries, melons, corn, and so much more. Perhaps you have also been trying to [...]

Try this recipe for a delicious dose of local nutrition!  Bok choy is  rich in vitamin A and is a vegetarian source of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids.  Mung bean sprouts are an excellent [...]

A hearty soup to go along with grilled toast and a salad for dinner this winter.  This soup is loaded with vitamin A and vitamin C which are both important for good immune health.  What more [...]

Try this yummy dip by Michelle Stewart of the Meredith College Nutrition and Wellness Association! It’s full of market greens and herbs for fresh flavor without the added fat and sodium of [...]

Enjoy this cozy root vegetable recipe as a side dish to an equally comforting cold-weather meal. INGREDIENTS 3 cups turnips, diced and peeled 1/4 cup water 1 cube chicken bouillon (substitute [...]