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Vegetable display at a farmers market

Mainely Dish: Garden Skillet Sizzle

There’s something so comforting about walking into a kitchen and being greeted with the smell of vegetables sautéing on the stove. This recipe revamps the concept of salad, with the addition of some heat and in-season vegetables, including squash and zucchini. Buying in-season produce has many benefits, including reducing your food costs! This is especially […]

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meat and vegetables on a grill

Our Favorite Summer Side Dishes

Picture this, you have a gathering with friends and family coming up and you said you would bring a side dish to help out. Now it’s the day before the event and you still are not sure what you want to bring, uh-oh… Don’t worry we have recipes for some of our favorite summer side […]

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Kale chips in a white bowl

Mainely Dish: Kale Chips

To be honest, kale is not a food I typically purchase during my weekly food shopping trip. I don’t often purchase kale because I am intimidated by the volume I have to purchase at the grocery store, and then I wonder how I would use it. My advice is to have a recipe or two […]

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Frozen Strawberry Sandwiches

Mainely Dish: Frozen Strawberry Sandwiches

It’s berry season in Maine and strawberries are plentiful, juicy, and delicious! This is one of my favorite snack recipes to make, especially during the summer. This is a great recipe to have kids help with because it’s an easy three ingredient frozen treat that only takes minutes to make and can have endless flavor […]

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Whole and cut strawberries on a wooden cutting board

Get Ready for Strawberry Season!

By Kathy Savoie, Extension Educator, University of Maine Cooperative Extension To say that I am excited for strawberry picking season is an understatement. I’ve missed out on Maine’s pick-your-own (PYO) strawberry season for the past two years and I can’t wait to get to the fields! If you’re wondering where to find local pick-your-own berries, […]

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New Maine Potato Salad with fork

Mainely Dish: New Maine Potato Salad

“How important it is for us to recognize our heroes and she-roes.” – Maya Angelou Today we celebrate Memorial day, honoring those that have served our country. During this day of remembrance, communities come together, attending parades, visiting memorials, and enjoying cookouts. The Mainely Dish New Maine Potato Salad is a classic side dish to […]

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Seven burgers on a grill

Let’s Get Grilling!

The propane tank is full and it seems like the weather is cooperating for the return to grilling season at my house. Many of us enjoy cookouts and backyard barbecues during the spring and summer months. Unfortunately, barbeque season brings an increase in foodborne illness. Follow these guidelines to avoid foodborne illness when grilling: Whether […]

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brunching burrito on a blue plate

Mainely Dish: Brunching Burritos

Preparing burritos has never felt so easy! The Mainely Dish Brunching Burritos recipe will only take about 10 minutes to make, but will keep you full until your next meal. Did you know that there are health benefits to eating in the morning? Not only does your energy increase, but eating breakfast can also improve […]

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massaged kale salad in a wooden salad bowl

National Salad Month!

Did you know that May is National Salad Month? For most of my life I avoided eating salads, because I thought they were boring and lacked flavor. The idea of eating tomatoes and lettuce with dressing on top was the last thing I ever considered eating. This all changed when I went to a salad […]

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Banana Oatmeal Bread with knife on the side

Mainely Dish: Banana Oatmeal Bread

One of the wonderful things about banana bread is how timeless it is; a staple quick bread that can bring together all generations. Banana bread was actually popularized in the United States in the 1930’s in response to the Great Depression. This economical recipe still lives on today, now with many banana bread recipes incorporating […]

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