Bacon-Wrapped Turkey

Bacon has No Endfrom Chris

Facebook picks the strangest things to get excited about, and few of those things are quirkier than bacon. Hardly a week goes by without some meme floating through my feed (usually several times) about the general awesomeness of bacon. I have even seen it suggested that we all need to “eat bacon or the terrorists win.”

Even my son is in on the act. “Doctors warn that bacon can cause heart attacks,” he explained, repeating a favorite meme …

 

National Bake & Decorate Month

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image and recipe courtesy of http://www.cookingclassy.com/2013/10/pumpkin-french-toast-muffins-cinnamon-steusel/

from Elizabeth

Maybe it’s the cool, crisp air, but over the last week or so, I’ve been a baking queen! I’ve made an apple pie, s’mores pancakes & dip, delicious brownies, and apple bread pudding. Or it might be because October is National Bake & Decorate Month!

October is the perfect time to take a step back and enjoy the seasonal ingredients and flavors that only come around once a year (yes, I have …

 

Take a Trip to a Local Farmers Market

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(photo courtesy thefarmersmarket.com)

From Erin

Improve the health and nutrition of your family by shopping at local farmers markets.

Farmer’s markets are available in downtown Fredericksburg, at the Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, and on the Mary Washington Hospital of Stafford County. A wide variety of vendors are available at each market, including some of my personal favorites: Great Harvest Bread Co., Blenheim Organic Gardens, Orange County Roasters, and more!

Many benefits derive from the purchasing from local farmers markets such …

 

Tips for Shopping at the Farmers Market

Photo credit: Baloncici/Shutterstock.com

Photo credit: Baloncici/Shutterstock.com

From Bettina

These days, it seems that we are constantly hearing about eating healthy, buying local and going green. But for many, it’s hard to alter busy lifestyles and work schedules to adapt to trends. Farmers markets are easy, one-stop shops where we can do all of the above without hampering your busy day. These amazing outdoor markets provide a great opportunity to shop, sample, and help your area farmers and community, all while saving you money. …