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AZ Barbecue Festival Tickets are on Sale!
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02.16.2011

AZ Barbecue Festival Tickets are on Sale!

It’s the 2nd Annual AZ Barbecue Festival time again!     The Affordable Food Festivals, LLC sponsored event will take place on March 26, 2011, 10AM-5PM…

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02.15.2011

Basic Steps to Approaching Your Food Choices More Holistically

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau In speaking with nutritionists and Arizona farm families about food choices, many suggested that we approach our food choices…

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Show Your Love with the Cupid’s Diet for Valentine’s Day
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02.14.2011

Show Your Love with the Cupid’s Diet for Valentine’s Day

Flowers? Stuffed animals? Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates? Why not surprise your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day with a Cupid’s menu centered on aphrodisiac foods that can…

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02.11.2011

Ways to Stretch Your Food Dollar and Eat Well

By Peggy Jo Goodfellow, Arizona Farm Bureau Sometimes the hardest thing about cooking is deciding what to cook! Menu planning can save hours of time,…

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02.10.2011

Celebrate Valentine’s Day Arizona Style

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner.  It began in 500 AD as a remembrance of St. Valentine, who was one of the many martyred…

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Celebrate 70 Years of Farming and Fun with Schnepf Farms
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02.09.2011

Celebrate 70 Years of Farming and Fun with Schnepf Farms

Considered one of Arizona’s oldest operating family farms, Schnepf Farms continues to hit milestones as it celebrates its 70th anniversary this year. Purchased for $25…

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02.09.2011

Support Maricopa County 4-H Program Feb. 11, 2011 at Applebee’s

Support the Maricopa County 4-H Horse Program and dine at any Applebee’s 24 valley locations on Friday, February 11, 2011 from 11am-close. Please make your…

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Arizona Farm Bureau Announces Food Check Out Week
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02.08.2011

Arizona Farm Bureau Announces Food Check Out Week

Concern about the cost of a healthy diet being out of reach remains on the minds of many Americans as the nation continues to work…

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02.04.2011

Five Flags to Avoid at a Big Game Viewing Party

Article courtesy of www.ConsumerReports.org. Many will gather to watch the Big Game.  Those hosting parties should make sure the drama comes from the field and…

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02.02.2011

What the New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Are Telling Us to Do for Better Health

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau The United States Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have now released 2010…

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02.02.2011

Freezing temperatures threaten crop and festival of Arizona’s largest peach grower!

Arizona’s largest peach grower is being creative as they try and protect their largest crop. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing for two nights…

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How to Make Permanent, Positive Changes in Your Diet
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01.29.2011

How to Make Permanent, Positive Changes in Your Diet

Photo courtesy of USDA Healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle are not about deprivation; it’s about moderation and variety. Living in Arizona offers easy access…

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Interesting Facts About Arizona Milk!
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01.28.2011

Interesting Facts About Arizona Milk!

By Julie Murphree, Arizona Farm Bureau Now, more than ever, you have a chance to meet some of the young Arizona milk producers producing your…

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Featured Recipes

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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Homemade Strawberry Julius Recipe
Provided by: Melinda Hunt

Homemade Strawberry Julius Recipe

Strawberries
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Chocolate Date Peppermint Mouse
Provided by: Natural Delights, Le Petit Eats

Chocolate Date Peppermint Mouse

chocolate
Dates
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