The first day of summer is June 21! Do you have everything you need to prepare the perfect summer dishes and desserts for your loved ones, especially the kids as they enjoy more time at home during summer break? Well, here is a list of some items you can expect to find at the Market this Thursday or Saturday:
Onions - Banana Peppers - Blackberries - Blueberries - Peaches - Green Plums
Okra - Variety of Squash - Field & Hydroponic Tomatoes - Cucumbers
Bell Peppers - Jalapeno Peppers- Eggplant - Zucchini - Beets - Broccoli Brussels Sprouts - Carrots - Cauliflower - Radishes - Rutabagas
Snow Peas - Variety of Greens - Herbs - Eggs - Milk - Cheese - Butter - Beef
Pork - Lamb - Honey - Mississippi Grown Rice - Jams - Jellies - Salsa - Coffee
Works from Local Artisans
Fresh Cut Flowers - Herb Plants- Vegetable Plants
Carefully-Prepared Baked Goods
And So Much More!
While shopping, if you have any questions, our vendors are always eager to assist! Come out for a great, neighborly shopping experience!
Thursdays & Saturdays, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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If Loving Onions Is Wrong, I Don't Want to Be Right!
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In the same family as
chives, garlic, scallions, and leeks, onions can vary in size, shape, flavor, and color. Flavor is typically based on season. Here are a few fast onion facts:
- Onions were worshiped and used in burial rituals in Ancient Egypt.
- Onions are rich in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C.
- Onions are low in calories.
- There is a gas in onion that may cause some people to cry. Cutting onions in water helps to alleviate this.
- Onions may help boost digestive health.
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What country is the largest producer of onions?
Answer will be given in next week's email!
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How to Caramelize Onions on Your Stovetop
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Photo Courtesy: Marina Delio
Recipe Courtesy: Allrecipes
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What You Need:
- large skillet
- 3 large onions (yellow, purple, white, or mixed)
- 3 tablespoons of butter or oil
- tongs (for stirring)
- 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, or wine
Instructions:
- Remove the stem and root ends of 2-3 onions (yellow, purple, white, or mixed). Slice the onions.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter or oil (or combine the two) in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onions and a pinch of salt.
- Lower the heat to medium low and let onions simmer slowly until they turn golden brown.
- Use tongs to flip and stir onions occasionally.
- If the onions stick to the bottom of the skilet, de-glaze with a tablespoon of red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, or wine.
- Continue stirring the onions until they have reached the color you like. Typically, onions will be ready after an hour of simmering, but your preferences may vary. Enjoy right away or store.
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Let's admit it. Raw or even sautéed onions can be overpowering in some dishes. This is why caramelizing your onions serve as a great, easy alternative. Toss these tasty onions on your pizza, grilled burger, mashed potatoes with gravy, or patty melt, and enjoy! Caramelized onions add a lot of flavor with very few ingredients and hardly an effort.
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Hey, Hey, Hey!
Two Days to Shop, Shop Away!
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You no longer have to wait until Saturday to get your fresh produce! You can now make two trips per week to the Market--one on Thursday and another on Saturday. Since Thursday, June 13, the MS Farmers Market has been open on Thursdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., in addition to Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Make your list out earlier, and go ahead and block out every Thursday and Saturday morning on your calendar for the Market!
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Fondren Fitness Is Coming to the Market!
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Stop by the Market on Saturday, June 29 for a Functional Core Class led by
Fondren Fitness
, a new
12,000-square-foot
gym that is coming to the Fondren area in the location where Rainbow Co-op once was. The gym will be in the same shopping center as Cups, Fondren Public, and Montgomery Ace Hardware. Pre-registration for gym membership can be completed here:
https://www.fondrenfitness.com/
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The functional core class will take place in the dining room of the Market. Everyone who participates in the class will receive 15% off at The Farmers Table, the restaurant located inside the Market that is known for incorporating local ingredients purchased from the Market in its dishes.
Meanwhile, bring your favorite workout sneakers, and don't be late! Class starts at 9 a.m.
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Summer is for the Birds, Literally!
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The birds are flying, chirping, and singing sweet summer melodies for us all. What are we doing to support these homeless music artists? As kind, loving humans, we should protect these creatures from the elements. There are times when they want to go inside, too, just like us humans. Do you have a birdhouse in your yard for your fellow bird neighbors? If not, the Birdhouse Man can help you satisfy their need of a great place to hang out and relax. With bird house options in various shapes, colors, sizes, and styles, he'll be happy to help you find the perfect birdhouse for your singing neighbors this summer!
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Attention: Special Opening Day During the Week of the Fourth of July
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During the week of June 30-July 6, the Market will not be open on Thursday, July 4. Take this opportunity to enjoy holiday barbecues and special moments with your friends, family, and neighbors. To ensure that you are well-prepared for the meals accompanying the Fourth of July festivities that you have planned, however, the Market will be open on a special day during this week:
Tuesday, July 2 at the standard hours, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Pick up everything you need for the cookout on this day! Pencil this date in your planner now!
The Market will also be open as usual on that following Saturday, July 6, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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The Farmer's Table is located at the Mississippi Farmers Market. It is open for dine in or carry out breakfast and lunch Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until.
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Mississippi Farmers Market
929 High Street / Jackson, MS 39202 / 601.354.6573 / Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND COMMERCE
ANDY GIPSON, COMMISSIONER
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