Like grocery stores, food processing plants across the country are having challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some consumers rely on meat as a main source of protein, but meat is not the only source of good protein. Because of the pandemic, there may be less meat available in grocery stores and markets near you. […]
Pumpkins: the Magic of Fall
With the arrival of the beautiful fall colors and brisk nights, the sight of pumpkins decorating our homes is common. Capturing the magic of fall are those familiar orange pumpkins carved into Jack-o’-lanterns lighting the paths for trick-or-treaters. We usually associate pumpkins with the carving of Jack-o-lanterns; but what about cooking pumpkins? Pumpkins are a […]
Discovering the Benefits of Winter Squash
Oh, the beauty of fall and pumpkin spice everything! But did you know that pumpkin is technically a type of winter squash? Winter squash is a blanket term for a variety of squash typically in season from September through February in Colorado, but these are usually available all year round. The most popular winter squash […]
