Written by Amy Campbell CHP It’s that time of year again- do you have bucket loads of tomatoes harvested and you don’t know what to do with them? Preserving foods by home canning is a good way to enjoy ripe and tasty food year round. Invest in basic canning equipment for approximately $60 and get … More Yes you Can!
The Celery Root, also called celeriac, is a very ugly vegetable and this probably attributes to it being pretty unpopular. But we should not fear this vegetable as once you cut off the outer protective layer, it tastes great and can be grown locally. Celery root has a refreshing flavour that it tastes like a … More Thou Shall Not Fear the Celery Root
Farm Owners: Cameron & Katy Ward Tell us a little about yourselves. How did the farm start? What is your history? The Ward family purchased the property in 1964. It started as a Horse Back Riding stable and eventually transformed into a cattle farm. We (Cameron and Katy) have been raising livestock and caring for … More A Visit to a Local Farm: Interview with Katy Ward from Middle River Farm
Don’t just make the typical turkey, mashed potatoes and carrots this year. Celebrate Ontario’s local harvest with these delicious recipes! All of these recipes will take your Thanksgiving dinner to the next level. Sweet potato, Brussels Sprouts and Beet salad http://deliciouslyella.com/sweet-potato-sprout-beet-salad/ Butternut Squash Risotto http://deliciouslyella.com/roasted-butternut-squash-risotto-vegan-dairy-free-gluten-free/ Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Brussels http://ohsheglows.com/2012/10/08/roasted-fingerling-potatoes-and-brussels-sprouts-with-rosemary-and-garlic/ Turkey Pot Pie with … More Thanksgiving Recipes that Celebrate Ontario’s Harvest
Here is a recipe idea that uses some seasonal vegetables! *Adapted from marthastewart.com Roasted Vegetable and Arugula Salad For the Salad: 4 medium beets, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 shallots, peeled and halved 4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into thick matchsticks 6 carrots, peeled and cut into … More RECIPE: Roasted Vegetable and Arugula Salad