Winter Market #13

April 5th, 2025

Photo of Jersey Pickles spicy olives.

Only 4 more Winter markets left! While that might be cause for a tear or two, but don't fret for long, as we keep the food flowing at Scott Park when we have our Opening Day for the market's 273rd season on May 3rd! We'll have guest speakers, art-making, and over 60 vendors!

But let's not get ahead of ourselves, as there is plenty of time to keep enjoying the winter market, even on the rainy days. In fact, this week we're leaning into comfort foods with our fresh market picks and seasonal recipe, because despite the visible signs of spring in the pops of pink cherry blossoms, full-bellied robins, and brief but welcome 70 degree days, the weather remains moody. Let that be your sign to pick up a moisture-loving carnivorous plant from Tucker's Pond and Predatory Plants and a 4-pack of Sex in the Jungle cocktails from Silverback Distillery this Saturday to liven up the weekend.

Interested in volunteering with us? Consider joining us at our Volunteer Info Night on April 15th at 6pm in the Easton Public Market! RSVP to Andrea at andrea@eastonpartnership.org to learn more and be a part of the action!

Winter Market Hours: 10am-Noon

Every Saturday

300-Block of Northampton St.

EBT Accepted & Matched Up To $10 In Food Bucks!

This Week's Vendor Line-Up

Apple Ridge Farm
AquaSprout Farms
Blue Sun Growers
Breakaway Farms
Dragonfly Hill Farm
Elm Hill Vineyard & Winery
The Flour Shop Bakery
Jersey Pickles
Highpoint Kombucha
Love the Soup
Mattie's Strudel Haus
Mia & Maddie's Bakery
Primordia Mushroom Farm
River Valley Community Grains
Roastwell Coffee

Saint Rocco's Treats
Salvaterra's Garden
Scholl Orchards
Serrenta
Silverback Distillery
Stehly's Bakery
Tucker's Pond and Predatory Plants
Two Brothers Nut Butters
Untamed Ferments
Zekraft

Absent: Cody's Eats and Sweets, Ruby's Hottie Hot Sauce

**Please note: A handful of vendors are on an every-other-week basis. Please check the map each week before the market to see who is attending!

Vendor Map for 4/5

1-Hour Shepherd's Pie

(and it's vegan!)

Recipe and photo: minimalistbaker.com

Ingredients

MASHED POTATOES

3 pounds gold potatoes, partially peeled (thoroughly washed)
3-4 Tbsp vegan butter
Sea salt and black pepper (to taste)

FILLING

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 Tbsp tomato paste (optional)
1 healthy pinch each sea salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups uncooked brown or green lentils (rinsed and drained)
4 cups vegetable stock (DIY or store-bought)
2 tsp fresh thyme (or sub 1 tsp dried thyme per 2 tsp fresh)
1 10-ounce bag frozen mixed veggies: peas, carrots, green beans, and corn (or include fresh carrots and radishes from Salvaterra's Gardens)

Instructions

Slice any large potatoes in half, place in a large pot and fill with water until they’re just covered. Bring to a low boil on medium high heat, then generously salt, cover and cook for 20-30 minutes or until they slide off a knife very easily.
Once cooked, drain, add back to the pot to evaporate any remaining water, then transfer to a mixing bowl. Use a masher, pastry cutter or large fork to mash until smooth. Add desired amount of vegan butter (3-4 Tbsp as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size), and season with salt and pepper to taste. Loosely cover and set aside.
While potatoes are cooking, preheat oven to 425 degrees F (218 C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish (or comparable sized dish, such as 9×13 pan. An 8×8 won’t fit it all but close! // as original recipe is written // adjust number or size of dish if altering batch size).
In a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until lightly browned and caramelized – about 5 minutes.
Add tomato paste (optional) and a pinch each salt and pepper. Then add lentils, stock, and thyme and stir. Bring to a low boil. Then cover and reduce heat to simmer. Continue cooking until lentils are tender (35-40 minutes). Once tender, remove the lid and continue simmering uncovered, stirring frequently, to evaporate any excess liquid.
In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the frozen veggies, stir, and cover to meld the flavors together.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Then transfer to your prepared oven-safe baking dish and carefully top with mashed potatoes. Smooth down with a spoon or fork and season with another crack of pepper and a little sea salt.
Place on a baking sheet to catch overflow and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the mashers are lightly browned on top.
Let cool briefly before serving. The longer it sits, the more it will thicken. Let cool completely before covering, and then store in the fridge for up to a few days. Reheats well in the microwave.

Fresh Market Picks

Roastwell Coffee Roasters

Introducing the Blackberry Cobbler Latte!

Spring has arrived at the market and so has our newest creation—Roastwell Coffee Roasters’ Blackberry Cobbler Latte! This rich and creamy latte blends our signature house-roasted espresso with sweet blackberry, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar, evoking the flavors of a freshly baked cobbler. Topped with velvety steamed milk, freshly whipped cream and a garnish of crumbled butter cookies, it’s the perfect way to welcome the season. Stop by our mobile espresso bar this Saturday and treat yourself to this delightful new favorite!

While you're at the market, don't forget to check out the selection of our fresh-roasted-for-market coffee beans and specialty teas, perfect for brewing your own market fresh cup at home. Stop by Roastwell Coffee Roasters and grab a taste of something special.

Oley Ravioli

Ravioli this week: Local Chevre (Farmstead Table); Andouille Sausage (local from Christman's Meat Mkt.); Classic Italian Ricotta Cheese; Spinach Ricotta; Italian Chicken. $12/ tray/ 1 lb.

Pierogi this week: Spinach, Feta Cheese & Potato; Smoked Bacon Cheddar; Sharp Cheddar; Potato, Onion & Chives. $10/ 1 lb. tray

Fresh Pasta and Pasta Salads: Various styles of each. Pasta salads all approx. 2/3 lb. and cost $5/ each. Fresh Pasta is $6/ 1 lb. bag.

Dinner this week: Our #8 fresh thin spaghetti pasta w/ our homemade clam sauce and topped with roasted shrimp

Mattie's Strudel Haus

Have you ever had one of those meals that tastes like pure comfort?

That’s how our Country Comfort strudel is! Homemade mashed potatoes, chicken fingers, corn, gravy and bacon all mixed together and topped with cheese. If you’re craving comfort with these chilly and rainy days, this strudel is for you!