Healthy Nut Truffles (Energy Balls): A Naturally Sweetened Snack with No Refined Sugar! Made with dates and packed with nuts, seeds, and superfoods, these healthy energy balls make the perfect grab-and-go snack, dessert, or hiking treat.Read More
Discover how to build a better smoothie using seasonal farmers market produce, nourishing whole-food ingredients, and simple nutrition-building formulas for delicious everyday breakfasts.Read More
If you’ve just begun your sourdough journey, congratulations — you’re keeping a little kitchen “pet” that rewards you with delicious bread, pancakes, pizza, and more! The good news is: keeping a sourdough starter happy doesn’t have to be complicated. With a little consistency and a few simple habits, your starter will thrive for years to...Read More
Looking for a delicious way to enjoy microgreens? Sandra Ward of New Natives Farm shares her favorite smoothie recipe featuring seasonal fruit, fresh microgreens, and a nutrient-rich superfood blend.Read More
Have you ever wandered through the farmers market, spotted a strange bumpy green vegetable, and thought: What on earth is that? You’re not alone. One of the most fascinating specialty crops grown by KT Farms at the Monterey Farmers Market is bitter melon — an ingredient beloved throughout Asia, India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and...Read More
Glossy, dramatic, and endlessly versatile, eggplant may be one of the most misunderstood treasures of the summer farmers market. Known in Europe as aubergine, this member of the nightshade family shares its botanical roots with tomatoes and potatoes — though technically, it’s a fruit rather than a vegetable. Eggplant also carries a surprisingly colorful history....Read More
If you have questions about canning ingredients, tools, or resources, send us an email and we will be happy to answer your questions! Q: Are liquid pectin and powdered pectin interchangeable?A: No. Use exactly what your recipe specifies. Q: How long is pectin shelf stable?A: Pectin (both powdered and liquid) should be used the year...Read More
Honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, stevia — are any of them truly healthier? Here’s what nutrition experts say about sugar, artificial sweeteners, and learning to use less overall.Read More
Almonds are one of the most nutrient-dense foods at the farmers market. Learn how these California-grown nuts support heart health, provide protein, and add nutrition to everyday meals.Read More
Sweet strawberries and creamy cottage cheese come together in this simple high-protein smoothie that tastes almost like strawberry cheesecake in a glass. Cottage cheese blends surprisingly smoothly, adding richness and staying power without overpowering the fresh berry flavor. This is an especially wonderful late spring and early summer smoothie when strawberries are at their peak...Read More
