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What Are the Best Fall Season Local Foods in Montgomery County?

Fall local foods in Montgomery County center on hardy root vegetables, crisp orchard fruits and leafy greens that thrive as Maryland temperatures drop.

October 6, 2026

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What Are the Best Maryland Apple Varieties to Buy?

Local Maryland apple varieties offer a massive range of flavors from honey-sweet to sharp and tart during the peak autumn harvest.

August 25, 2026

Wooden crate of ripe peaches

What Are the Health Benefits of Eating Fresh Peaches?

Fresh peaches provide essential vitamins and minerals that support your immune system and skin health during the warmest months of the year.

July 15, 2026

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The Environmental Benefits of Paper Shredding and Recycling

Professional paper shredding services protect your identity while simultaneously reducing the volume of waste sent to local landfills.

June 9, 2026

Fresh strawberries in a bowl on a wooden crate

Are Strawberries Good for Hydration and Nutrients?

Strawberries provide a dense concentration of vitamin C and potassium while maintaining a water content of nearly 91 percent.

May 5, 2026

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Why Choose Locally Grown Sun-Ripened Strawberries?

The bright red skin of a berry often promises a sweetness that many supermarket varieties fail to deliver.

April 14, 2026

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What Are Some Family-Friendly Weekend Activities to Enjoy?

Weekends feel better when they give your family something to look forward to beyond chores, errands, and catching up on sleep.

March 19, 2026

Cabbage, carrots and onions on a table

Why Join a CSA Program? Benefits for Busy Households

Think about the last time you rushed through the evening, trying to figure out dinner while juggling work, kids, and everything else.

January 8, 2026

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How Milk Lady Markets’ CSA Supports Local Farmers and Builds a Stronger Community

How the Milk Lady Markets CSA gives local farmers steady support and brings seasonal food and community to Montgomery County households.

December 9, 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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Recipes
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

Glass of pink lemonade with lemons

Pink Lemonade

Lemonade tinted pink with a quick syrup made from raspberries, strawberries, cherries or rhubarb.
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Pasta with mushroom ragù

Porcini Ragù

A quick, deeply savory tagliatelle sauce made from dried porcini, garlic, chile, tomato paste, Parmesan and a little cream.
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Eggs baked in tomato sauce in a skillet

Portuguese Baked Eggs

Eggs baked over slow-cooked peppers and tomatoes with ricotta, cheddar and Parmesan, hearty enough for brunch or dinner.
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Bowl of green chile and hominy soup

Pozole Verde (Green Hominy Soup)

A vegetarian green pozole of roasted tomatillos, poblanos and hominy with kale, topped with cabbage, radish, queso fresco and crema.
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Beet salad in a bowl

Raw Beet Salad

Shredded raw beets and shallot tossed with Dijon, sherry vinegar and fresh herbs for a bright 10-minute salad.
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Rhubarb-Carrot Relish

A tangy relish of crushed rhubarb and puréed carrot flecked with mustard seed, to serve with fish, chicken or grilled meat.
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Pink shake in a tall glass

Rhubarb Shake

A cold, creamy shake of honey-stewed rhubarb blended with Greek yogurt, ice and a touch of rosewater.
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Scoop of pink sorbet in a white bowl

Rhubarb Sorbet

A tart, pale pink sorbet made from simmered rhubarb, sugar and Meyer lemon juice, frozen in an ice cream maker.
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Roast Beef With Red Wine and Cocoa

A chuck, sirloin or round roast soaked in red wine, crusted with cocoa and roasted low, with a wine reduction to serve alongside.
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