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Beet and Bean Burgers
These veggie burgers are packed with three different vegetables and lots of protein. The taste is mild but flavorful and sure to satisfy burger cravings. Even veggie burger skeptics will be eating them up. Get your kids involved mashing beans, shaping patties, and topping their burgers. They’re great with ketchup, hot sauce and other classic… Read More →
One Way You Can Support Mill City Farmers Market
As the market has started to open up again, many of you have asked, “What can I do to support the market?” Mill City Farmers Market’s Executive Director Martha Archer shares updates on the impact of our Charitable Fund and how you can support our work in this letter to the market community. Last Saturday… Read More →
Double Dog Kombucha: A journey from tragedy to self-discovery
The powerful story behind Mill City Farmers Market’s vendor Double Dog Kombucha and owner Lee Vang’s journey from tragedy to self-discovery, with two rat terriers leading the way to clarity. By Mecca Bos When Lee Vang adopted his Rat Terrier Mac, he was very close to the bottom of despair. His childhood, he says, was… Read More →
Asparagus Omelette or Scramble
This is the perfect 5-10 minute dinner or simple weekend breakfast. Kids love it, and it can easily be changed into a scramble so that your kids can cook it for themselves and you. Change up the veggies as the season changes and different produce is available. Serve it with a salad or a few… Read More →
Mill City Salad Platter
Sometimes the easiest way to make dinners throughout the week, is to prep a bunch of veggies, buy some good pesto or other high quality prepared foods, put together big platter of everything and let your family build their own plate. We list several pesto recipes below, but there’s no shame in store bought or… Read More →
Yellow Watermelon Popsicles
These popsicles are the perfect summer treat – they’re healthy, refreshing and so simple to make! Yellow watermelons are usually sweeter than red and are full of vitamins and antioxidants like beta-carotene to help protect against diseases. Plus, the use of yellow watermelon in these popsicles creates a fun and vibrant yellow color that makes… Read More →
Farmers Market Fritters
These veggie-packed fritters are a fun finger food that kids love. They are an approachable way to get a complete farmers market meal on the table. They are customizable too, use whatever vegetables you like – corn, chopped peppers, shredded sweet potatoes, and many more work great in these as well. Kids will love helping… Read More →
Veggie Egg Cups
These produce-packed egg cups are a filling, nutritious and delicious breakfast for your family. They are easy to customize – just sub in whatever veggies you have on hand. They are great for busy mornings, a quick snack or popping into lunch boxes. Kids will love eating these muffins, and the semi-soft texture means they… Read More →
Strawberry Beet Popsicles
Popsicles are an easy, healthy dessert to make with your family this summer! Kids will love blending up the ingredients, filling the molds and tasting their veggie-packed treats. Make about 6 popsicles. This recipe comes from our 2020 nutrition intern Grace Befort’s Family Friendly Cooking series. Get your kids excited about local produce and healthy… Read More →
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins with Video
These moist, chocolatey muffins are packed with the summer’s best zucchini. These will go fast in your family, and are the perfect veggie filled breakfast or snack. Your little chefs can help you prepare the zucchini, add and mix the ingredients, and pour the batter. Makes 12 medium sized muffins. This recipe comes from our… Read More →