"I've always had a passion for trees," says Doug Hoffbauer, the namesake of Farmer Doug in Duluth. "Growing vegetables was to keep busy until the trees were ready." And busy they have been! Together with his wife, Lois, Doug has run the farm since … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Farmer Doug
Delicata squash is unique in that the skin is deliciously edible and soft when cooked, eliminating the need to peel. It also has a lovely natural sweetness that you can play up or down, depending on the seasonings you choose. For this recipe, we add … [Read more...] about Roasted Delicata Squash
Fran Barten, a.k.a. "Grandma Fran", runs Barten Pumpkins near New Prague, with the help of her 11 children, 11 in-laws, and 41 grandkids, ages 6 months to 25 years. Grandma Fran says it's not unusual to see a mom working around the farm with a baby … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Barten Pumkins
As the leaves turn their vibrant autumn hues, it's time to bake up some delectable pies! Think beyond pumpkin - this squash pie from Pahl's Market has a similar flavor profile with a delicate sweetness. With many kinds of squash available at farms … [Read more...] about Pahl’s Market Squash Pie
Stuart Lavalier dreamt of farming while in college studying horticulture at the University of Minnesota. During his second year as a teacher in Elk River, he made that dream a reality and started Lavalier's Berry Patch & Orchard near Grand … [Read more...] about Farm Feature: Lavalier’s Berry Patch and Orchard
Crisp, crunchy, and satisfying! With no need to fire up the stove or oven on a heatwave day, this salad is both refreshing and hearty with cool cucumbers and a slick of smooth, rich, peanut sauce. Fresh herbs of all kinds are available at farmers' … [Read more...] about Cucumbers with Peanut Sauce
