 ROOT VEGETABLES -It's root vegetable season and they are so abundant we could never eat them all fresh. One of the best ways to enjoy their nutrition and their flavor is to include them in soups and freeze for consuming throughout the winter. Have you ever wondered why roasted vegetables make such a big difference in the flavor of soup and other dishes? It's a chemical reaction, called the maillard reaction, which happens when heat transforms proteins and sugars into all those rich, toasty, savory flavors we crave. It makes roasted vegetables so much more interesting than their boiled counterparts. This week’s featured recipe puts that science to work, roasting broccoli, zucchini, onion, and garlic until golden at the edges before blending them into a silky, vibrant soup.
With chilly temperatures and windy conditions in the forecast, we're wrapping up our outdoor season a little early and likely moving inside the Litchfield Firehouse hall this Saturday! We'll continue indoors for the winter, with many of our vendors joining us for the season ahead. More on that in next week's newsletter! Things of note at the market this week. For the complete list of participants see below. - Anderson Acres and Field and Feather are with us week. - Guest vendors - Belle Alpaca - Guest artist - The Olive Rose Our recipe this week is Roasted Root Vegetable Soup. Lots of healthy ingredients, easily roasted and turned into a great tasting, creamy textured soup. This soup freezes well, tasting fresh made throughout the winter. We look forward to seeing you at our last outdoor market in the parking lot at our year-round location at the Litchfield Firehouse, 258 West Street, Litchfield, CT 06759 WHAT WILL BE AT MARKET Anderson Acres - cut flowers and bouquets Belle Alpaca and Herbal Remedies - alpaca socks, mittens, scarves; herbal aids Brookside Farm - maple syrup Clover Meadows Farm - fresh goat cheese Farmers and Cooks - bagels & cream cheese, gluten-free baked goods, take home dinners, soups Field and Feather Farm - cut flowers, grass fed eggs Goatboy Soap - goat milk soaps Jessica's Homestead Kitchen - sourdough breads, bagels, English muffins; cookies, scones, sweet rolls March Farm - tomatoes, cucumbers, vegetables, corn, baked goods Oracle - mushrooms Oliva on Main - dips, sauces, baked goods Steadfast Farm- quail, chicken, turkey, pheasant, quail eggs, broth, dumplings The Olive Rose - watercolor paintings, tea towels, greeting cards, notecards, totes, and more Troy Brook Bakery - artisanal baked goods, donuts, pies, granola, cookies Vibrant Farm - greens, microgreens, potatoes, vegetables Why Not Farm - beef, pork, eggs, vinegar, tallow, dog treats We look forward to seeing you all! SUSTAINABLE TIP OF THE WEEK A sustainable fall cleanup focuses on working with nature rather than against it—saving you time, reducing waste, and supporting local wildlife. Eco-Friendly Yard & Garden Care Tips
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