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December at the farmers market is a cozy and festive time, filled with seasonal produce and holiday goodies.
Seasonal Produce
- Root Vegetables: Carrots, beets, turnips, radishes.
- Squash: Winter squash like butternut, acorn, and spaghetti squash.
- Greens: Kale, Swiss chard, spinach, and hearty lettuce varieties.
- Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes.
Recipe Ideas for Farmers Market Finds
Here are a few cozy dishes you can make with typical December farmers market goodies:
1. Winter Vegetable Soup
Ingredients: Carrots, parsnips, turnips, potatoes, kale, onions, garlic, and vegetable broth.
- Roast the root vegetables for extra flavor before simmering them with broth and kale. Finish with herbs like thyme or parsley.
2. Butternut Squash Risotto
Ingredients: Butternut squash, onions, garlic, Arborio rice, white wine, vegetable stock, Parmesan.
- Roast the squash and stir it into a creamy risotto. Top with fried sage for an elegant touch.
3. Sweet Potato and Kale Hash
Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, kale, onions, garlic, olive oil, and your choice of protein (like eggs or sausage).
- Sauté everything together for a hearty breakfast or side dish.
Gift Shopping at the Farmers Market
You can find many unique, locally made items perfect for gifting:
1. Food Gifts - honey, jam, preserves, teas, cheese, pickled products, baked goods, & more
2. Artisan Goods - wood working, candles, salves, bath bombs, jewelry, soaps, crafts, pottery, flowers, and more.
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