Minnesota Grown's Pick of the Month newsletter offers you tips on what to look for in seasonal food and products.
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Celebrate Minnesota's Seasonal Joys:
January—April
The start of the new year is the perfect time to explore unique ways to live seasonally and support Minnesota farmers year-round. Whether you’re knitting cozy winter hats with local fiber, simmering hearty soups with local grains, or watching garden plants start to grow while the snow melts, there are a myriad of ways to enjoy what Minnesota has to offer—even in the colder months!
*To inspire you, we’ve gathered some simple and fun ways you can savor local from the depths of winter through the start of spring.* Organized by month, there’s plenty of locally-grown goodness to enjoy!
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*Simple Pork Chops with Apples*
Cold nights call for comfort food like this easy pork chop recipe. Apples caramelized with brown sugar and a hint of maple syrup perfectly compliment the tender, juicy pork—all baked in one pan.
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Photos courtesy of Mighty Tiny Microgreens
Small but Powerful:
Mighty Tiny Microgreens
While small in size, microgreens pack a mighty punch! They are nutritious and incredibly easy to add to your meals. Read the personal story of how Mighty Tiny Microgreens in Milaca got their business started; then head to the Minnesota Grown directory to* find a microgreen producer near you [ [link removed]? ]. *
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'Sota Style Skincare Solutions
Chapped lips and hands got you down? Keep your skin nourished with local moisturizers. Minnesota Grown producers have options for you made from locally-sourced *beeswax, tallow, goat's milk, and more!*
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