Apples, Beets, Blood Oranges, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Collards, Carrots, Daikon, Grape fruit, Kale, Lemons, Lettuce, Limes, Oranges, Potatoes, Radishes, Spinach, Swiss chard, Tangerines.
Warm Brussels Sprout Salad w/ Pancetta and Hard Cooked Egg
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, quartered
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled pancetta
3 hard cooked eggs, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Place sprouts, pancetta, eggs, scallions and thyme in salad bowl. Heat oil, mustard, vinegar and honey in a sautee pan and whisk together. Bring to a simmer and pour over salad. Toss, season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
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Brussels Sprout Salad w/ Pancetta and Cranberries
1 1/2 cup diced pancetta
2 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts, leaves separated
3 tbls shallots, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup raisins
2 tbls balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chicken stock
Salt and pepper to taste
In skillet add olive oil and pancetta till crispy.
Add garlic shallots, raisins & sprouts separated, add vinegar and stock
Cook until wilted 3-4 minutes
Season with salt & pepper.
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Compliments of Cabrillo Farms
Start off the New Year by using reusable cloth bags for your produce. Eliminate plastic bags from your shopping experience and know you're making a conscious contribution to the environment. Cloth bags are convenient, easy and perfect for fresh, local produce from the Farmers' Market. Cloth bags are available in 2 sizes- small and large and are simple to wash. Stop by the information booth and purchase your bags - $2 for small, $4 for large. Say good bye to plastic... doesn't that feel good?!!
Redeem the Contra Costa Certified Farmers Market coupon in the 2010 issue of the East Bay Eco Metro Guide at our markets!
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Spotlight Feature:
Rice That Tastes Like Love
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 What could be better with all the colorful vegetables at the farmers' market than locally grown organic brown rice? If brown rice sounds dull to you, think again! You won't believe the rich nutty taste of the whole grain brown rice that Massa Organics brings to the Walnut Creek market from their family farm near Chico. You can literally taste the care they put into every aspect of the production of their rice.
Rice is a healthy choice for nearly everyone. It is gluten-free, high-fiber, low cholesterol, rich in minerals, and non-allergenic. Its natural compatibility with our bodies is the reason it is the recommended first solid food for babies. Whole grain brown rice, which hasn't been processed and polished like white rice, is packed with good stuff that actually tastes wonderful as well when it is as fresh and wholesome as what you find at our market. What a perfect way to care for your body!
Greg Massa and Raquel Krach, owners of Massa Organics, are both biologists with a deep awareness and respect for the place they have in the larger ecological system of their area. So they farm organically, in cooperation with wildlife, and with a commitment to maintaining the health of the area, their family, and the planet as a whole. The tremendous care they have for people and for the Earth rings clear in their lifestyle, in conversation with them, and in their approach to farming. To learn more about their practices and to find yummy recipes using brown rice, visit their blog or stop by their booth at the Walnut Creek market this weekend. |
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Child Nutrition Act:
 Slow Food USA is heading a letter-writing campaign, "Time for Lunch" to show support for revamping the Child Nutrition Act, which is set to be reviewed by Congress this Spring. The campaign encourages children, parents, educators- anyone who would like to see more wholesome food and fresh fruits and veggies served in K-12 school cafeterias across the country by writing a letter to Congress. Voice your opinion. Letters should be mailed in the beginning of February.
Click here for more information and addresses to your Congress person.
What's Abundant?
Cold winter weather means delightful and tasty Winter Vegetables are thriving and abundant at the market. Broccoli is bursting with flavor this time of year and grows well in a cold climate. High in Vitamins A, C, and D, Broccoli is perfect to steam, sauté, stir fry or eat raw!
Greens (Collards, Kale, Swiss chard) are yummy leaves often overlooked yet are rich in vitamins and full of flavor. The variety of colors of Swiss chard and the variation of Kale such as Lacinato, known as "dinosaur kale" because of its bumpy leaves and Red Russian Kale with hues of purple and forest green adds uniqueness to the dinner table and to your palate.
Greens sautéed or steamed are wonderful over any grain, including couscous, rice, quinoa, and pasta or as a side dish.
 Greens are easy to cook.
Savory Greens:
8-12 leaves of Greens
1-2 cloves garlic
2-3 green onions
Olive oil or butter (your choice)
Rinse leaves, roll leaves lengthwise and then cut horizontally in slender ribbons.
Heat butter or olive oil over medium heat in a sauce pan. And add garlic and green onions and sauté for a few minutes. Add greens to pan and stir occasionally. Greens are ready when slightly wilted. Serves 3-4.
Steam: Add greens to sauce pan, and a few tablespoons to ¼ cup of water depending on the amount of greens. Cover on low heat and stir occasionally for 3-5 minutes. Greens are ready when slightly wilted.
Add rice vinegar, soy sauce or your favorite sauce for more flavor.
MARKETS:
Walnut Creek
MARKET BUCKS
CCCFM "Market Bucks" are similar to a gift card, are available for purchase at the Information booth in $10, $15, $20 and $25 bundles. A perfect holiday gift
FOOD STAMPS (EBT)
Did you know Walnut Creek Farmers' market has been accepting Food Stamps for over a year? Spread the word. Everyone deserves access to fresh and local produce. Swipe your EBT card at the information booth, decide how much you want to spend, get tokens and Shop. It's that Simple.
Plenty of Free Parking in Growers Square parking garage on Sundays!
MUSIC line-up at 2 locations
FEBRUARY
Lacassie St @ Locust
2/7 Talia Taruska Trio
2/14 Dave Land
2/21 Diego Jamo
2/28 Susan Holland
Cole @ Locust
2/7 Second Calling
2/14 Lacy Baker
2/21 The Buds
2/28 Acoustic S & M
Our Seasonal Markets in Orinda on Saturdays, Martinez on Sundays and our newest market in Lafayette on Thursday afternoons open in May!
Pleasant Hill
Loyal Pleasant Hill shoppers-
We thank you for showing your support for 27 Seasons by voting with your food dollars. You welcomed local California Farmers into your community and enjoyed the bounty every weekend. Pleasant Hill was the cradle of the CCCFM local food movement, which began in 1982 by Master Gardeners with a vision. CCCFM will no longer be operating the Pleasant Hill Farmers' Market. |
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