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Wild Game

May 15, 2023

Wild game is a red meat that can be substituted in many recipes that call for meat from domesticated animals. Did you know… Meat labeled as “venison” can be meat from deer, elk, moose, caribou, antelope, and pronghorn. The animal’s age, diet, and the time of year in which it […]

Understanding and Making Kefir

June 8, 2022

Did you know… The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics defines probiotics as “live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host.” Kefir can contain up to 50 live, active species and over 20 billion Colony Forming Units (CFUs). In comparison, yogurt typically […]

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Colorado Rhubarb

April 2, 2021

Rhubarb is a member of the buckwheat family (Polygonaceae). The stalks are extremely tart with a texture similar to celery. Rhubarb is technically a vegetable, even though it is most commonly prepared like a fruit in sweetened desserts. To some, it is even known by its nickname, ‘pie plant.’ Rhubarb’s […]