Since I started patronizing farmers markets a few years ago I have begun to appreciate the food at Thanksgiving even more. Because I know many of my farmers, I feel even more thankful for the food on the table. These farmers spend every day putting their heart and soul into growing food for our tables. They are proud of what they do, and they love sharing it with us. This Thanksgiving, I encourage you to get as much of your meal from local sources as possible. Below are 2 lists, 1 of produce that is available around this time of year (with some recipe suggestions!) and another of resources to find local food in your area. Give thanks, eat food, and enjoy the fall colors!
Fall Produce*
- Beets (Beet Hummus)
- Carrots (Roasted Root Vegetables, my recipe)
- Turnips (See link above)
- Rutabagas (See link above)
- Potatoes (See link above)
- Sweet potatoes (Sweet Potato Biscuits, my recipe, coming soon!)
- Squash: acorn, butternut, spaghetti, pumpkin, etc (West Indian Pumpkin Soup)
- Mushrooms (Mushroom Gravy, my recipe)
- Kale
- Swiss Chard
- Spinach
- Greens: mustard, beet, collards, turnip, etc (Balsamic Greens, my recipe)
- Apples
- Persimmons
- Figs
- Pomegranates
*These depend on your area, check your local farmers market for exact availabilities.
Find a Farmers Market
- Local Harvest: A great resource of farmers markets by area. Also has information about getting turkeys.
- USDA Farmers Market Search
- Triangle Farmers Markets: A Google map of farmers markets in the Triangle area
- The Davidson Farmers Market*: A young, thriving market that will always hold a special place in my heart
*Full disclosure: I used to be on the Board of Directors of the Davidson Farmers Market. I included the specific link because I have readers in the Davidson area.
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