Welcome to your 1st ReFresh newsletter of the season! Now’s the time to plant for Fall.
In this newsletter, you will find:
– Learn more about beets and their health benefits in the “Featured Bag Item” section.
– Learn about tomato pests in the “Gardening” section.
– A few simple recipes that you can make with the fresh ingredients in your ReFresh bag!
– Check out the information for the Los Ranchos Art Market, The New Mexico Summer Arts Fiesta, Free Henna Art Class, and the Lego Play Day in the “Community Resource” section.
We hope you enjoy this newsletter and thank you for your participation as we work together to build a healthy local food system.
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What are beets and what are their health benefits?
Beets are vegetables that have different varieties that come in different colors, such as chioggia, golden, and red beets. Beets are high in dietary nitrate, which is beneficial for the health of blood vessels because it helps them to expand, making the blood flow better. The plant compound, betalain, which makes beets bright red and yellow is beneficial for our cholesterol health. You can store your beetroots and leaves separately in plastic bags after you rinse them. For beet greens, try sautéing them with a little olive oil and chopped garlic and onions, or add them to soup like you would with chard and spinach.
Have more questions about food and nutrition? Send your questions to [email protected]
Disclaimer: The information shared by Three Sisters Kitchen (TSK) is for general informational purposes only, and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by a doctor or other health care provider.
Frozen Apricot Parfait: Try this delicious recipe if you’re looking for a cool dessert to help with the hot summer. Apricots contain important nutrients such as potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and Vitamin E, which all support your skin and gut health. Top with TSK granola for extra crunch!
Red Chard and Caramelized Onions: Try this recipe if you’re wanting a more savory dish that can paired with any lunch or dinner. Chard and onions are excellent sources of Vitamin C, which is beneficial for healing wounds and your overall immunity.
Roasted Beets: Try out this recipe if you’re looking for a flavorful side dish that compliments any meal. Roasted beets are rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients, which support heart health and boost overall immunity.
Beet Salad With Eggs: This dish is perfect for the summer. It is delicious and nutritious and contains fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Beets promote heart health and boost the immune system. Eggs provide vitamin D and other nutrients that benefit bone health.
On July 13th and 20th from 8am – 12pm, The Los Ranchos Art Market will be celebrating lavender with items made with fresh lavender, lavender flavors, and handmade unique lavender items. Free parking and free entry, come and enjoy the live music, growers’ market, food truck, and their beautiful park. Location: 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW Los Ranchos de Albuquerque.
On July 13, 2024 the Girl Scouts will be selling hand-made arts and crafts and their 3rd Annual Summer Art Fiesta. There are interactive booths, live performances, and opportunities to create or purchase your own art to take home. Bring the whole family for a day of hands-on art exploration. This event is free to attendand will be held from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, at the Albuquerque Service Center 4000 Jefferson Plaza NE.
The Singing Arrow Community Center hosts a free Henna Class on July 24, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 13200 Wenonah SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123. Learn all aspects of designing and applying henna art with all supplies provided. Pre-registration is required. Classes are free for Community Center members; visit play.cabq.gov to sign up for your free membership. For more information, contact Singing Arrow Community Center at [email protected] or 505-768-4760.
Free Lego Play Day
Presented by: Escape in Time
On July 31, 2024, Escape in Time will be hosting a free Lego Play Day from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, where kids of all ages can enjoy thousands of Legos, endless building possibilities, and a delicious ice cream treat from Pop’s Soda Shoppe, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant and interactive environment; for more information, visitEscape in Time
This week’s ReFresh bag:
This week your Refresh bag will include many of the following delicious fresh and staple items:
*NM grown / NM made We raise money to purchase these foods from local farmers and food producers as a concrete way to invest in our local food system and get delicious, fresh, local food to our ReFresh families. Keep an eye out for these local farms and food businesses when you do your food shopping. ReFresh bags will always include local food items.
Special thanks to all of the farmers and food producers working so hard to feed our communities; to the staff, volunteers, donors, and ReFresh families who make the program work, and to our partners at MoGro who pack these beautiful ReFresh bags each week for us, and who do so much important work connecting communities to healthy food throughout New Mexico. There would be no ReFresh program without all of you – we love our partners
