Market Fresh Harbord Growers Market

STOCK UP ON WINTER MARKET FRESH WITH YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL GROCER, THE HARBORD GROWERS MARKET

“BEAN” THERE, DONE THAT?

Well, do it again because you can pretty much add this legume into anything. From Cannellini to Kidney to Lima to Black Beans, their incredible source of protein and fi bre will keep you feeling fuller for longer during those wintry nights. Try Syndian Adzuki Bean and Kumera Patties available at Harbord Growers. Densely packed with nutrients, minerals and vitamins, once in your belly, you’ll be full of beans!

MANDARINS

MEAT & POULTRY

At Harbord Growers, you can fi nd a great selection of fresh cuts of meat to include in your winter meals. You can roast, braise, slow cook, bake or smoke. Beef for example is rich in iron, helping your red blood cells carry oxygen to the cells throughout your body. This will help in your energy levels especially when all you feel like is jumping under the warm covers and hibernating all day. What’s not to like about Mandarins? They have so many amazing benefi ts like high levels of Vitamin C, antioxidants to help lower bad cholesterol and promote good cholesterol plus they help neutralise harmful toxic effects of free radicals, making your skin look younger and healthy. Easy to peel and available in many varieties, our favourite must be the Imperial. The perfect munch-size fruit to add to the kids lunchbox or to enjoy for an afternoon snack. PUMPKIN

There’s so much more to the humble pumpkin than just soup. Its versatility is underrated and with winter at our doorstep, you can carve out whatever you wish for the dinner table. You can include this hearty vegetable in a curry, risotto, casserole, and savoury or sweet pies. Thinly slice them and layer them into a lasagne. Make sure to include it into your winter diet as it is packed full of Vitamin A, C, and E. It also helps to hydrate your skin so it’s defi nitely a winter essential.

POTATOES

What’s your favourite potato? Desiree is a popular all-rounder especially in casseroles, soups and spicy curries. Kestrels have a distinctive purple-blushed skin. There’s no need to peel - simply wash, gently boil then roast and smash. Delish! The unwashed Brushed is great for french fries, mashing and roasting. They’re also a good choice for jacket potatoes. The fi rm New Potatoes are best boiled and pan-fried with a drizzle of olive oil and pesto. HOMEMADE STOCK

Don’t waste your vegetable trimmings – use them to make stock! Nourishing home-made vegetable stock is all natural and free of any preservatives. Use any leftover veggies in your fridge and remember, all your vegetable trimmings can be frozen over time until you are ready to make your stock.