Welcome to your sixth ReFresh newsletter of the season! Today is the first day of the Fall season!
In this newsletter, you will find:
– Learn more about pears and their health benefits in the “Featured Bag Item” section.
– Learn more about preserving tomatoes for the fall season in the “Ask a Farmer” section.
– A few simple recipes that you can make with the fresh ingredients in your ReFresh bag!
– Check out the information about Tai Chi Classes, the NM Science Fiesta, Fall with the Brothers, and the Policymaking sessions offered by the UNM Center for Development and Disability 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.
Text your questions, photos, and comments to: (505) 226-3707.
Featured Bag Item
What are pears and what are their health benefits?
There are over 100 varieties of pears grown around the world! They are bell-shaped, sweet fruits that are packed with nutrients! Pears are a good source of fiber, high in vitamins C and K, as well as potassium and antioxidants. They’re also especially good for gut health, and they may help keep you regular, too.
Check out the below recipe that will be featured in the ReFresh cooking class. Make sure to sign up for the class!
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.
Ask a Farmer
Recipes We Love!
Check out the below recipes that you can use your Refresh bag with.
Pasta Melanzana: This is a great and easy recipe that can be served for lunch or dinner.
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal: Try this as a delicious and nutritious breakfast during the fall season!
Red Potatoes – Red Potatoes are sources of protein, fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and calcium. These nutrients help boost immunity, improve digestive health, increase antioxidant production (making our cells stronger by preventing them from being attacked by bacteria, viruses, pollution, etc.), and help with cardiovascular health.
Eggplant – Eggplants are rich in nutrients, such as fiber, protein, manganese, folate, potassium, vitamin K, and vitamin C. Eggplants are beneficial in promoting heart health, helping with blood sugar control, and increasing antioxidants.
Apples – Apples have a lot of nutrients. They contain fiber, vitamin C, copper, potassium, vitamin E, vitamins B1 and 6, and vitamin K. This fruit is helpful in enhancing heart health, decreasing the risk for diabetes, and promoting digestive health.
Substitutions – Salted butter can be substituted with olive oil or coconut oil. Options for milk include oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk.
Tai Chi Classes: These are being offered through the city at various locations Go to play.cabq.gov to join the classes for free as a Community Center Member.
NM Science Fiesta: Celebrate the fusion of Science, Technology, Engineering Art, and Math at Tiguex Park Saturday, September 23rd from 10 am – 4 pm. There will be interactive STEAM activities, art vendors, live music and Explora will be free all day! Try the delicious food from Three Sisters Kitchen at the Explora Cafe!
Together 4 Brothers: There are paid opportunities for self-identified boys & young men of color (BYMOC) ages 12-24 years old, bus riders, and mothers of BYMOC who live in Albuquerque to learn and organize with T4B. Fall with the Brothers (FWTB) includes online and outdoor programming for leaders. All options include a $15.00 hourly stipend after successful completion of the program. Participants can request support including interpretation, technology, or WiFi to connect to online circles. Programming includes a 6-week commitment of cohorts and weekly circles starting in October. The deadline to register is Friday (09/22).
*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
Thank You!
Special thanks to all of the farmers and food producers working so hard to feed our communities; our partner organizations who helped to recruit ReFresh families: Kids’ Cook, SWOP, Supportive Housing Coalition of New Mexico, Together for Brothers, Mandy’s Farm, New Mexico Asian Family Center, and YES Housing; to the staff, volunteers, donors, and ReFresh families who make the program work, and to our partners at MoGro Mobile Grocery, 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!
– All of us at Three Sisters Kitchen
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