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5 Simple New Year Resolutions for a Healthier Diet
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01.09.2012

5 Simple New Year Resolutions for a Healthier Diet

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau You’ve resolved to exercise more in the New Year.  What have you planned to do about the way you…

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Let’s Talk Tomatoes
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01.06.2012

Let’s Talk Tomatoes

What is your favorite way to eat a tomato? (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Tomatoes may be the most complex vegetable in our refrigerator.  For starters, they…

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My American Farm Games: Farm Fun and Learning Wrapped into One
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01.05.2012

My American Farm Games: Farm Fun and Learning Wrapped into One

My American Farm is a cooperative project that aims to increase agricultural knowledge by using interactive, educational computer games.  Most of the current games are…

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Food Trends, What’s Hot in the Foodie World
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01.04.2012

Food Trends, What’s Hot in the Foodie World

As we begin a new year, everyone is taking a look back at what was hot in 2011.  From the top movies to the best…

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H-4 Ranch Presents the 4th Annual Driving and Harnessing Clinic
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12.29.2011

H-4 Ranch Presents the 4th Annual Driving and Harnessing Clinic

Don’t miss out on being a part of great clinic at H-4 Ranch in Payson, Arizona on January 27th and 28th, 2012! Our skilled instructors, Bill…

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Hot Chocolate
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12.27.2011

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Hot Chocolate

There is not much like drinking a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s day. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) There is nothing quite like a…

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8 Tricks to Going Gluten-Free for the Holidays
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12.23.2011

8 Tricks to Going Gluten-Free for the Holidays

What is your favorite family baking recipe? (photo credit: BigStockPhoto.com) Whether you are making pie for Christmas dinner, cake for your office party, or just…

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Farmer’s Markets in Phoenix Area, Open in Winter
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12.22.2011

Farmer’s Markets in Phoenix Area, Open in Winter

One of the best things about living in Arizona is the almost year-round availability of freshly grown produce and other farm products.  Unlike much of the…

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Fun Facts About Eggnog
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12.19.2011

Fun Facts About Eggnog

  A glass half full of eggnog sprinkled with nutmeg. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) HistoryWhat would the holiday season be without Eggnog?  Chances are that you…

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Holiday Happenings in Phoenix
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12.16.2011

Holiday Happenings in Phoenix

Here come the holidays!  To help you make the most of your holiday season and to encourage you to take time to make memorable moments,…

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How to Host a Holiday Cookie Swap
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12.14.2011

How to Host a Holiday Cookie Swap

If your family is like some of ours at the Arizona Farm Bureau, one of your favorite holiday memories would be the Saturday that all…

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The Battle Over Vegetables: Four Creative Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More
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12.12.2011

The Battle Over Vegetables: Four Creative Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More

One thing many parents struggle with at one point or another is getting their kids to eat their vegetables.  According to the USDA’s MyPlate food…

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Interesting Facts About Fruitcake
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12.09.2011

Interesting Facts About Fruitcake

  These days, fruitcake is often mentioned at the holidays but generally only in a disparaging tone.  The heavy, alcohol soaked, fruit and nut filled…

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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

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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

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Masala Chai Bites
Provided by: Natural Delights

Masala Chai Bites

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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

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