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The chill of fall has arrived and we are n n in the throes of colder days. That, coupled with being in a pandemic, we need something to warm the soul. It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of tea in the evening. Sipping on something warm at night I became a fan of chai lattes back in high school and haven’t stopped adoring this hot drink. Here’s a great recipe for making tasty chai lattes at home. Chai Tea Latte There’s nothing more soothing than a hot lemon drink. Whether you have a sore throat or just want to enjoy the calming effects of this warm drink, lemon does the trick every time. Hot Honey Lemon Drink helps me decompress and relax. I’ve ven- https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chai-tea- https://www.food.com/recipe/great-grandmas-hot-honey-lemontured out of my Sleepy Time Tea box and latte/ drink-415248 found some other tasty drinks to keep you warm and comforted in these crazy times. I like a good hot chocolate, but this one speaks to me as it has white chocolate and caramel — taking COOKING WITH KRISTIN By Kristin Kveno 2 tea bags 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 8 ounces water 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (we have used the bottled kind too) 2 tablespoons honey it up a notch on the warm drink scale. White Hot Chocolate https://foodapparel.com/white-hot-chocolate-recipe/ 1 cup water 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons refrigerated French vanilla nondairy creamer Boil water and pour into mug. Stir in lemon and honey Stay cozy in these cold months with a nice warm mug of something delightful! 4 cups whole milk or half and half optional: whipped topping and ground nutmeg Kristin Kveno scours the internet, pours over old 1 cup chopped white chocolate 1 teaspoon vanilla Place the tea bags, cinnamon, ginger and allspice in the coffee filter of a drip coffeemaker. Add water, brew according to manufamily recipes and searches everywhere in between to find interesting food ideas for feeding your crew. Do

Warm milk over medium-low heat, stirring frequently. Once facturer’s directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine you have a recipe you want to share? You can reach milk starts comes to a scald, add white chocolate and vanilla, the milk, brown sugar and creamer. Cook and stir over medium Kristin at kkveno@thelandonline.com. v turn off heat, and whisk until smooth. Serve with whipped cream heat until heated through and sugar is dissolved. Pour milk mixand caramel sauce. ture into mugs; stir in tea. If desired, dollop with whipped topping n and sprinkle with nutmeg. Hot cider is the quintessential fall drink. This recipe has the right amount of spices to make the cider extra delicious. Perennial crop insurance deadline nearsHot Spiced Cider https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/9423/hot-spiced-cider/ The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Risk their existing coverage also have until the Nov. 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 cinnamon stick Management Agency is reminding growers the final date to apply for crop insurance for perennial crops (such as apples, cranberries, grapes, and tart cherries) is Nov. 20 for the 2021 crop year. 20 sales closing date to do so. Producers are encouraged to visit their crop insurance agent soon to learn specific details for the 2021 crop year. Agents can help producers determine what 1/4 teaspoon salt Growers who are interested in the Whole-Farm policy works best for their operation and review exist1 pinch ground nutmeg Revenue Protection policy and are late fiscal year ing coverage to ensure the policy meets their needs. 1 large orange, quartered with peel filers have until Nov. 20 to apply for crop insurance. This article was submitted by the U.S. Department 2 quarts apple cider Current policyholders who wish to make changes to of Agriculture. v Place filter in coffee basket, and fill with brown sugar, allspice, cloves, cinnamon stick, salt, nutmeg, and orange wedges. Pour apple cider into coffee pot where the water usually goes. Brew Website connects farmers, landowners and serve hot. AMES, Iowa — Accessing land to graze, or finding of grazing lease agreements and contracts. The weblivestock farmers to partner with, can be a barrier to site also lists grazing specialists and organizations

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