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03/26/2023

LR- That’s a great question! In most cases, you can easily see what looks best. But there’s a lot on Instagram about “ugly” vegetables and there’s something valid about that, too. Vegetables and fruit that have been grown without pesticides will most often not look as perfect or uniform as what you’ll find in a supermarket. As Americans, we’re used to perfect fruits and veggies and having plentiful choices all year round. When shopping your farmers’ market, ask your farmer what the difference is between the variety of tomatoes or greens she offers. You may discover that the most beautiful greens are in fact bitter and your family may not like them.

02/15/2023

Mussy Raitman- Do you have a specific time you go to the farmers' market?

Liz Rueven- I go as early as possible, before it gets too hot and while the vendors and produce are still fresh.LR- My own bags! Not only is it an environmentally sensitive thing to do, but vendors don’t have bags to give to their customers. Sometimes, you can buy reusable bags at certain markets but it’s less risky to bring your own.

MR-Do you only shop with cash?

LR- Our farmers’ market in CT used to be cash-only but now most vendors and farmers use Square and take credit cards. Still, keep a few 10’s tucked into your pocket, just in case.

MR-Do you plan ahead what you’re going to buy?

LR- If I’m preparing to teach a class or to host a dinner at our home, I certainly think ahead. Otherwise, I LOVE to shop without a plan. I allow the mounds of produce to stimulate my imagination, so I form my menu as I shop.

MR- Can you judge produce by its looks?

LR- That’s a great question! In most cases, you can easily see what looks best. But there’s a lot on Instagram about “ugly” vegetables and there’s something valid about that, too. Vegetables and fruit that have been grown without pesticides will most often not look as perfect or uniform as what you’ll find in a supermarket. As Americans, we’re used to perfect fruits and veggies and having plentiful choices all year round. When shopping your farmers’ market, ask your farmer what the difference is between the variety of tomatoes or greens she offers. You may discover that the most beautiful greens are in fact bitter and your family may not like them.

02/14/2023

1. Paying full price for meat. "Meat is usually the most expensive item on your dinner plate," d'Arabian says. She suggests checking circulars for "loss leaders"—highly discounted items that get shoppers into stores. Often, cuts of pork, beef, and chicken will be 50 to 75% off. Buy this meat in bulk then freeze it for later.

2. Being a slave to a recipe. Instead of buying every item on a long recipe list, think about ingredients you already have and could swap in. "Lemon juice is an acid, so try using another acid, such as vinegar or orange juice in its place," d'Arabian told us. "Soft leafy herbs such a cilantro, mint, basil and parsley, are often interchangeable."

3. Not using the freezer. You can save a lot of money by freezing bread, bacon, herbs (d'Arabian freezes fresh herbs with oil in ice-cube trays), and tomatoes. Buy these items in bulk when they're on sale, and you'll save even more.

4. Thinking that "inexpensive" ingredients don't warrant budget shopping. Yeah, a can of beans is pretty cheap. But d'Arabian points out that you can buy five cans' worth of dried beans for the price of one can. Check out her blog post for how to portion out and cook your own.

5. Not doing math in the produce aisle. Most produce items are available pre-packaged or loose. "Take 10 seconds to do some quick math to determine the per-pound price of a package before deciding whether to buy loose or packaged," d'Arabian says. Usually, potatoes and carrots are cheaper packaged, while mushrooms, apples, and oranges are cheaper by themselves.

02/13/2023

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Nowadays, if you want to adhere to a certain diet or seek out a specific type of food, you can find it nearly anywhere. Take, for example, chain grocery stores: Many of them are now carrying more organic produce than ever before.

But if you’re not already an organic devotee, you might be wondering: What exactly makes produce organic?

“Organic produce has a specific set of qualifications that must be met, such as they must be produced without genetic engineering, ionizing radiation, synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers,” explains Tonya Harris, environmental toxin expert and author of The Slightly Greener Method: Detoxifying Your Home is Easier, Faster, & Less Expensive Than You Think.

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