Apple Cider Gravy

While you’re probably accustomed to the standard white or brown gravy that has been in your family’s recipe arsenal for decades, this lower-calorie version might be a hit with your … [Read More]

Watermelon Ice

This summer treat is so simple and flexible. Make it with your kids, serve it at an outdoor party or by the pool. Your family and friends will love … [Read More]

Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho

Ingredients:

3 heirloom tomatoes
1 cucumber (peeled)
1-2 cloves garlic (depending on how much you like garlic)
1 bell pepper
2 1/2 cups tomato juice
1/4 cup lemon or lime juice
1/2 cup cilantro or flat leaf parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: lite sour cream and fresh herb sprigs for garnish. Add jalapeño peppers for an added kick!

To prepare:

Wash and chop … [Read More]

River Region's Farmers Markets: Buying Fresh and Buying Local

Summer is the best time to enjoy some of nature’s best produce. Tomatoes ripe from the vine, peaches picked at their perfection, silver queen corn with the aroma of summertime, and crisp rattlesnake beans are just some of the fresh vegetables and produce that are plentiful right here in the River Region. If your not … [Read More]

Dinner on the Waterberry Farm

Waterberry Farm is owned by Harold and Carol Hackman. The farm is best known for growing its produce (strawberries, lettuce, rhubarb and tomatoes) using the organic growing system of hydroponics. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions instead of soil. Hydroponics systems help produce plants that exhibit maximum yield, flavor, vitamins … [Read More]