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Weekly Updates & Recipes from Milk Lady Markets

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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

Thinly sliced fresh beets on a plate

Beet and Zucchini Chips

Thin slices of beet and zucchini fried in coconut oil, then crisped in a low oven for a colorful homemade snack.
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Fresh eggs in a straw nest

Beet-Pickled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs brined with beets, vinegar and a little sugar until they turn bright pink and tangy.
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Slice of berry galette

Berry Galette With Cornmeal Crust

A free-form berry tart with a flaky buttermilk and cornmeal crust, easier to pull together than a double-crust pie.
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Chunky tomato salsa in a clay bowl

Big-Batch Chunky Tomato Salsa

A big batch of medium-heat chunky salsa made with tomatoes, onions, peppers and jalapeños, simmered with cumin and vinegar.
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Slice of vegetable lasagna on a plate

Black Bean Lasagna with Spinach

A meatless lasagna layered with black beans, a spinach and ricotta filling, two kinds of jack cheese and cumin-spiced tomato sauce.
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Bowl of roasted carrots

Blackened Carrots

Whole slender carrots roasted in a hot cast-iron pan until blistered, browned and tender.
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Blistered green beans on a plate

Blistered Green Beans

Green beans roasted at high heat until tender and charred in spots, then finished with fresh lemon and flaky salt.
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Rustic bowl of beef stew

Bourbon Beef and Farro Stew

Bone-in short ribs simmered with bourbon, carrots and farro into a hearty, spoonable stew for cold nights.
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Seared chicken breast with lemon and vegetables

Butter-Basted Chicken Breasts

Boneless chicken breasts seared in cast iron and basted with foaming butter, garlic and herbs to stay juicy and golden.
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