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As the seasons change, so do the freshest foods available for your diet, meals, and snacks! Eating with the seasons allows your body to consume foods while they are in their prime. It can also increase your energy levels, keep you healthy, and benefit your local economy, small businesses, and nearby farms. However, did you know indulging in seasonal food can save money? When produce is in season, transporting and distributing is less expensive. Fruits and vegetables plentiful in the summer can be easily peeled, chopped, diced, and frozen for use throughout the year when the prices skyrocket in their “off” months! Eating seasonal foods also gives our bodies the vitamins and nutrients we need that time of year. For example, in the winter, citrus fruits are peaking, and our bodies rely on the extra boost of vitamin C to fight off the flu and colds common in the colder months. The hearty vegetables plentiful in winter are also great for soups, stews, and comfort meals when the weather is frigid. However, in the summer, many seasonal foods contain the beta-carotene necessary to protect us against the sun’s harmful rays and endure the heat. Indulge in and stock up on some of the greatest seasonal fruits and vegetables this summer. There are many ways to enjoy them, add them to your meals, or package them for freezing! FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IN SEASON THIS SUMMER • Apples • Avocados • Bananas • Beets • Blackberries • Blueberries • Cantaloupe • Carrots • Celery • Cherries • Eggplant • Garlic • Lima Beans • Mangoes • Okra • Peaches • Plums • Raspberries • Tomatoes • Watermelon • Zucchini STOCK UP ON SUMMER FAVORITES EATING WITH THE SEASONS
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DIRECTIONS
1. In hot water, soak the cashews for 5 minutes, then drain. 2. To a blender, add cashews, 1/2 cup water, and remaining ingredients. Blend until creamy, about 1–2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Add more water if needed. 3. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite tortilla chips or veggie sticks. Tip: For warm queso, pour dip into an oven- safe bowl, cover with aluminum foil or a silicone baking sheet and place in preheated oven at 350 F for 10–15 minutes. If you’d prefer to use a microwave, heat uncovered for 30-second intervals, stirring often, until warmed through.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup raw cashews • 1/2–3/4 cup water • 1 clove garlic
• 1–2 tbsp nutritional yeast • 1 4-oz can green chiles • 1/2 tsp cumin • 1/2 tsp chili powder • Salt, to taste
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