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Weekly Updates & Recipes from Milk Lady Markets

Asparagus and apples at a market stand

Maximize Your Farmers Market Visit: Tips & Food Finds

How to plan your farmers' market visit: when to go, what to bring, what to wear, and how to get the most from your time with local farmers.

October 17, 2025

Apple crumble on a wooden table with fresh apples

Need Autumn Dessert Ideas? Try These Easy Apple Dishes

It’s no surprise that apples have become synonymous with fall; they’re an ode to this time of year, bringing forth memories of apple picking and cozy gatherings.

September 12, 2025

Basket of red apples

Why You Should Make Apples a Regular Part of Your Diet

Apples are packed with fiber and antioxidants that support digestion and steady energy. Here's why to keep local apples on hand all season.

August 15, 2025

Shoppers browsing produce under tents at an outdoor market

Community Events for Small Businesses: A Winning Strategy

How farmers' market events help small businesses meet customers, network with other vendors and build loyalty in their community.

July 15, 2025

Market table of cauliflower, broccoli, radishes and onions

Discover How to Get Involved at the Market This Season

Ways to get involved at a Montgomery County farmers' market this season, from selling as a vendor to volunteering, sponsoring or performing.

July 1, 2025

Red onion and fresh greens on a wooden cutting board

Market Produce: Beginner Tips for Cooking Up Delicious Meals

Stepping into the market, you’re immediately met with every shade and tone of earth laid out on tables and tucked into baskets—changing in hue week by week.

June 20, 2025

Carrots and leeks at a market stall

The Health Benefits of Eating Locally Grown Produce

Locally grown produce is fresher, more nutritious and better tasting. Seven reasons buying local from the farmers' market is good for your health.

April 16, 2025

Harvest basket of tomatoes, okra and shallots

What is a CSA and Why Does It Matter?

In an era where convenience often trumps quality, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs offer a powerful way to reconnect consumers with fresh, local food.

April 9, 2025

Organic vegetables piled at a market

Understanding Key Terms in Local & Organic Produce

When shopping for fresh produce, you’ve likely come across labels like GMO-free, organic, or pasture-raised. But what do these terms actually mean?

February 10, 2025

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March 27

Week of March 27 - April 2

Spring planting brings hope, yet we're still catching up with the seasons. Look forward to diverse greens in your CSA boxes–perfect for a cozy meal amidst the lingering winter.
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March 25

Chicken With Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, And Mushrooms

Creamy mushrooms, spinach , and potatoes to create a delightful balance of flavors with every bite.
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March 20

Week of March 20 - 26

Discover the unsung hero: cabbage! From slaws to stir-fries, enjoy its versatility and health benefits, like homemade sauerkraut, a gut-friendly delight.
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Recipes
March 18

Collard Green Spring Rolls with “Peanut” Sauce

Collard green spring rolls filled with crisp veggies & herbs, dipped in "peanut" sauce for a farm-fresh twist on a classic.
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March 13

Week of March 13 - 19

Celebrate the signs of spring: from bustling chickens to fresh asparagus and strawberries, it's a promising start to a bountiful season ahead.
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Recipes
March 12

Strawberry, Feta, Arugula & Walnut Salad

Fresh strawberries, peppery arugula, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts create a vibrant salad bursting with flavor and texture.
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Recipes

Tray of roasted spiced pecans

Holiday Spiced Pecans with Bacon Fat

Pecans baked in a cinnamon, cayenne and brown sugar coating, then finished with a light drizzle of melted bacon fat.
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Glass of root beer over ice

Homemade Fermented Root Beer

An old-fashioned root beer brewed from sassafras, sarsaparilla and other roots, then naturally carbonated with a ginger bug starter.
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Bowl of homemade sauerkraut

Homemade Sauerkraut

A simple guide to turning cabbage and salt into tangy homemade sauerkraut, with caraway, apple or carrot if you like.
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Shredded carrot pickle salad

Instant Pickled Carrot With Ginger

A quick Indian-style carrot pickle with lime, ginger and green chile that's ready to eat right away.
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Swirls of dark chocolate ice cream

Irish Cream Stout No-Churn Ice Cream

A three-ingredient no-churn ice cream made with whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk and a splash of Irish cream stout.
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Biscuits with jam and cream

Jammers (Jam-Filled Buttermilk Biscuits)

Tall, flaky buttermilk biscuits with a pocket of jam baked into the center, a bakery-style treat for breakfast.
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Bowl of green chicken stew

Jocón (Chicken and Tomatillo Stew)

A Guatemalan stew of chicken, broiled tomatillos and peppers, thickened with ground pumpkin and sesame seeds and served with rice.
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Sweet and sour butternut squash in a pot

Kaddu (Sweet and Sour Butternut Squash)

Butternut squash simmered with fenugreek, ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, lime and brown sugar for a cozy sweet-and-sour dish.
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Rhubarb and bean stew in a skillet

Khoresh Rivas (Savory Rhubarb and Bean Stew)

A vegetarian Iranian stew of butter beans, slow-fried parsley and mint, saffron and lemon, finished with tangy chunks of rhubarb.
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