veggiesHappy New Year! The FMNS office team is re-energized and excited for all the tasty local food that awaits in 2016. As January is upon us, many of us have set resolutions to eat a more healthful diet, filled with nutritious local food that is produced close to home.

To help incorporate more local food into our diets, we would like to share 10 delicious meal ideas for healthy eating this winter. All of these recipes can be adapted to include local fruit, veggies, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, grains and more – our mouth is watering already!

Farmers’ markets are the go-to place for purchasing fresh, local ingredients for your winter recipes and weekly grocery needs. To find a farmers’ market near you, click here. Wondering what’s in season? Make meal planning easier with our list of seasonal products available in Nova Scotia farmers’ markets this winter.

1. Apple Cinnamon Oats

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2. Brussels Sprout, Sweet Potato, Pomegranate Seed Salad

3. Stuffed Winter Squash

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4. Herbed Goat Cheese and Root Vegetable Galette

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5. Kale, Sweet Potato, Sausage Soup


6. Vegetable Lasagna

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7. Savory Spinach & Carrot Muffins

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8. Halibut Thai Curry

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9. Beef Stroganoff

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10. Ham & Mushroom Breakfast Popovers

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Written by: Aldara Mackay, Strategic Projects Coordinator