All posts filed under: Seasons

Summer officially started on June 21, but the sweltering heat has been here for weeks. It’s hard to stay cool with temperatures in the 90’s. In parts of North Carolina[…] Read More

Easter Sunday is more than a revered Christian holiday. It is a time when we gladly shake off the winter doldrums and welcome spring. Retailers try to maximize sales with[…] Read More

The weather is getting cooler and leaves are changing colors. As the seasons change, many of us look forward to having favorite seasonal treats. Fall is here and you can’t go far without seeing or smelling pumpkin spiced goodies.

None of us like wasting food. It’s like throwing money down the drain. Have you ever faced a power outage and wondered if the food in your refrigerator is safe to eat? You don’t want to throw away the week’s worth of groceries you just purchased, but you certainly don’t want to risk getting sick. Luckily there great food safety resources that can help us make good decisions when faced with a power outage.

Did you use your FNS/SNAP benefits to grow a garden of fresh herbs and vegetables this summer? Or did you use your benefits to stock up on summer staples at the farmers’ market?

Summer has come to an end, but your kitchen may still be overflowing with your summer harvest of basil, tomatoes, okra, peaches, and squash! This certainly is a good dilemma to have, but you’ll want to use or preserve these items soon, so they don’t go to waste.

Hopefully none of us will experience a devastating weather event, but would you be ready if a natural disaster or other emergency situation happened? Most of us have experienced power outages from a storm. These outages usually don’t last longer than a few hours. But would you be prepared if you had to go without water and electricity for a few days?

August is National Peach Month, so it’s the perfect time to celebrate this juicy fruit.

During the summer you can find a wide variety of seasonal produce in the grocery store and at farmers’ markets. One benefit of buying produce while it’s in season is that it often costs you less money. It always seems to taste better too!

It’s that time of year again. Summer is here and the temperatures are rising. When it’s hot outside, staying hydrated is very important. Last year we posted a blog, Beat the Heat, which provided a list of thirst quenching foods that you can eat to help stay hydrated throughout these sweltering summer months.

These stuffed cabbage rolls will be the perfect addition to your Irish feast. The entire recipe costs about $6.00 to make, so it’s a budget-friendly meal that can feed the[…] Read More