Dubuque Winter Farmers' Market
Category: Tips & Info
How to roast vegetables
Many of the vegetables available in the Winter Market taste great when roasted. Check out this video for tips on how to create your own recipes using available local produce.
Read MoreBe careful with holiday party leftovers
When the party is over, be sure the leftover food gets packed up and stored properly right away. Don’t leave things sit out on the counter for too long. Temperatures between 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit allow bacteria (germs) to…
Read MoreTips for using a slow cooker
Winter is a great time to make warm, savory dishes in your slow cooker. Most recipes are very easy: add your ingredients, turn on the cooker, and enjoy the meal 6 – 8 hours later! Here are a few tips…
Read MorePreparing winter squash
Peeling winter squash can be a challenge. The thin-skinned varieties (acorn, butternut, delicata and sweet dumpling) can be peeled with a paring knife or vegetable peeler. Most recipes using these varieties call for cutting the squash in half. Position the…
Read MoreSpices and Herbs
USING FRESH VS. DRIED > Whole dried spices and herbs release flavor slower than ground spices and herbs > Ground dried herbs release flavor quickly and have a stronger flavor than fresh herbs > One teaspoon of dried herbs =…
Read MoreKitchen Knife Safety
Keep your knives sharp. But be sure to keep them out of reach of children. Dull knives can slip while you’re cutting. Also, you’re more apt to be careful with sharp knives. Slice away from your hand and keep your…
Read MoreCleaning kale
Do you want to try kale, but those curly leaves have you stumped on how to remove them? Check out this video and learn how to strip kale.
Read MoreStoring Apples
Apples can be best kept in the refrigerator, preferably in the crisper drawer or an unsealed plastic bag. It is important to remember to store fresh vegetables separately because apples release ethylene gas that can be damaging to other fruits…
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