Category: Winter

Carrots: A Primer

By Steph C
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Learn about the carrot! Completely edible, extremely versatile, root vegetable – another reliable staple at Portland-are farmers markets.

Stay Rad, Stay Local in the Winter at Portland-area Farmers Markets

By Steph C
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There are NINE winter farmers markets in Portland, Oregon, where you can shop!

Get to know the winter radish!

By Steph C
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Inspired by the Culinary Breeding Network’s Instagram post with a lovely illustration featuring different varieties, we decided to dive deep into winter radish.  These versatile root veggies vary in size,…

Recipe: Parsnip, Citrus & Rye Coffee Cake

By Sarah W
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From parsnips to roasted coffee and grains, many of the ingredients needed to make this recipe can be found at the PSU Farmers Market.

Cooking with Winter Root Veggies

By Steph C
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We are rooting for Celeriac, Parsnips, Rutabagas, Sunchokes, Turnips, and Winter Radishes, and you should too! These roots are not the most celebrated at the winter farmers markets, but we…

Storage Tips for Winter Produce

By Steph C
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Hearty and thick-skinned winter produce is known for its long shelf life. However, sometimes it does not always live up to its reputation.  For example, you purchase beautiful bright green brussels…

Delicious Ways to Cook Winter Produce

By Sarah W
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This post explores other ways to prepare winter veggies than a simple roast in the oven.

Baking with the Flavors of Local Grains

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by Katie Gourley We might not always step into the kitchen to bake thinking that we are about to partake in an agricultural act. However, the act of baking and…