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Savory Oats with Asparagus and Peas Ingredients 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth 1 cup unsweetened plant milk, such as almond, soy, cashew, or rice 1 cup rolled oats 4 oz. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup) ½ cup frozen peas 1 tsp. chopped fresh dill ½ tsp. lemon zest Sea salt, to taste Optional garnishes: Snipped fresh chives; radish slices; lemon wedges; fresh dill; freshly ground black pepper Instructions 1. In a medium saucepan bring vegetable broth and plant milk to boiling. Stir in oats, asparagus, and peas. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in dill and lemon zest. Cover and let stand 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt. 2. Spoon oats into bowls. Top with desired garnishes. Source: forksoverknives.com #chelseami #asparagus #breakfast #seasonal #spring
Michigan Asparagus Facts 🌱 Michigan ranks first in the nation for asparagus production, producing over 29 million pounds in 2023 🌱 Oceana County boasts the greatest volume of asparagus production, but there is also significant production in Southwest Michigan 🌱 Michigan asparagus, unlike asparagus from other states, is hand-snapped above the ground, yielding a more tender and flavorful product 🌱 The five-year average annual value of Michigan’s asparagus crop is more than $28.3 million 🌱 There are approximately 9,500 acres of asparagus harvested in Michigan each year Source: michigangrown.org #chelseamich #asparagus #seasonal #april #spring #market
#Petunias and #Tomatoes! Market season is just around the corner... Our vendors will have a large variety and selection for you to start your plant beds - either around your house with #annuals and #perennials OR for your veggie/flower garden! @goetzfamilyfarmcsa @jacobsfreshfarm Opening day is May 3rd downtown Chelsea at Palmer Commons event space. #community #seasonal #farmersmarkets #promiseofplants
Do you love the Chelsea Farmers Market? Do you enjoy working with families? The Chelsea Farmers Market is looking for a seasonal assistant! We would love to have you as part of our team. See details and apply at the link below. https://jobs.trinity-health.org/trinityhealthmichigan/job/00578365/Farmers-Market-Assistant-Seasonal
World Health Day 2025 - Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures This marks the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948. It is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. Source: who.int/campaigns/world-health-day
🍁Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots 🥕 Ingredients 3 Large Carrots 1 Medium Beet 2 tbsp Olive Oil 4 tbsp Butter 6 tbsp Maple Syrup Salt & Pepper to taste Instructions Preheat oven to 425° F. Peal and dice carrots and beet. Spread out carrots and beet on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and toss with salt and pepper until evenly coated. Roast 15 minutes until tender-crisp. Melt butter and mix with maple syrup. Coat carrots and beet in mixture. Return to oven for 5 minutes, remove, cool and enjoy! source: michigangrown.org/mable-roasted-beets-carrots/
It's Maple Season in Michigan! Here's a few fun facts to sweeten your pallet... 🍁Maple syrup production is the oldest agricultural enterprise in the U.S. 🍁Michigan ranks fifth in maple syrup production in the U.S., producing over 200,000 gallons in 2023 🍁Forty gallons of maple sap are needed to make one gallon of syrup 🍁Average maple syrup production in Michigan is about 90,000 gallons per year 🍁Maple syrup is one of the few agricultural crops in which demand exceeds supply Source: michigangrown.org/syrup #chelseamich #maple #march #syrup #farmersmarket
