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Tis the Season for Sharing at a Potluck
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12.07.2012

Tis the Season for Sharing at a Potluck

An assortment of food dishes at a church potluck. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) ‘Tis the season for celebration which means invitations to holiday parties, seasonal swaps,…

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TUNE IN TO NOVEMBER’S FOODIECAST
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12.05.2012

TUNE IN TO NOVEMBER’S FOODIECAST

American Farm Bureau Federation (Photo credit: Wikipedia) In November’s FoodieCast, John Anderson, American Farm Bureau Federation’s deputy chief economist, breaks down the results of the annual…

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Holiday Dining on a Dime
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12.03.2012

Holiday Dining on a Dime

You can have a delicious holiday dinner without busting the budget. photo credit: CarbonNYC via photopin cc For most families, we are now in the…

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Winter Farmer’s Market Wrap-Up
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11.30.2012

Winter Farmer’s Market Wrap-Up

Patrons shopping at the Ahwatukee Farmers Market (image via Ahwatukee Farmers Market) There is no question that living in Arizona has many benefits.  There is the…

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Tucson Village Farm Shows School Children How Vegetables Grow
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11.28.2012

Tucson Village Farm Shows School Children How Vegetables Grow

This past weekend, the University of Arizona’s Tucson Village Farm presented their Harvest Festival.  Located on University of Arizona’s Campbell Farm, this successful program shows school…

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7 Savory Ways to Use Sweet Potatoes
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11.26.2012

7 Savory Ways to Use Sweet Potatoes

Picture of fries made from sweet potatoes. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Most families only see sweet potatoes show up on their family dinner table a couple…

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2012 Holiday Events Around The Valley
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11.23.2012

2012 Holiday Events Around The Valley

  Enjoy one of these events around the valley this holiday season. (image via Schnepf Farms) There are plenty of great holiday festivals going on…

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4 Creative Uses for Thanksgiving Leftovers
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11.23.2012

4 Creative Uses for Thanksgiving Leftovers

Wondering what to do with all those leftovers? Read more to find out! (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Thanksgiving brings families together, provides a chance to express…

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Tractor Sales Higher Despite Drought
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11.21.2012

Tractor Sales Higher Despite Drought

According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, sales of farm tractors were about 15 percent higher in August compared to one year ago. Just over…

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What Produce Digs Dry Weather?
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11.19.2012

What Produce Digs Dry Weather?

Pumpkins are one of the few crops that thrive in dry weather conditions. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This summer saw drought devastate crops from one side…

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Stressed Out? Try Yogurt
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11.16.2012

Stressed Out? Try Yogurt

Reach for something completely different to alleviate your stress- yogurt (Photo credit: Wikipedia) You come home after a long stressful day and stop in the kitchen for…

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Eat Right and Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks
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11.15.2012

Eat Right and Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks

The American Diabetes Association has declared November American Diabetes Month There is no question that one of the greatest health threats of our time is…

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Make a date to enjoy new Yuma festival
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11.14.2012

Make a date to enjoy new Yuma festival

Celebrate Medjool dates in historic downtown Nov. 17 Though you wouldn’t think of the Old West as a place to find a traditional treat of…

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Featured Recipes

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy
Provided by: Menges ranching family

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy

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COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE
Provided by: Garry Domingue, Rosie on the House Producer and Foodie

COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE

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Mustard Coleslaw
Provided by: Hedie Kennedy Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Mustard Coleslaw

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Beer Steak
Provided by: Pamela Griifin

Beer Steak

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Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup
Provided by: Elizabeth Rico Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Manager

Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup

Beef
pork
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Rice Krispie Baked Chicken
Provided by: Rovey Farm Family Recipe

Rice Krispie Baked Chicken

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Pear Lime Jello Salad
Provided by: Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Pear Lime Jello Salad

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Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream
Provided by: Blissful Basil, Natural Delights

Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream

Dates
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Masala Chai Bites
Provided by: Natural Delights

Masala Chai Bites

Dates
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Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices
Provided by: Natural Delights

Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices

Dates
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