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Strawberries

by Produce Made Simple | May 31, 2022 | Love Local, Produce 101, What's New

Everything You Need to Know About Strawberries Once upon a time, shoppers in Ontario were only able to delight in fresh strawberries for a few short weeks in early summer. However, now “Everbearing” strawberry plants produce fruit throughout an entire growing season –...

Ask the Expert: How does Asparagus Grow?

by Produce Made Simple | Apr 30, 2021 | Ask the Expert, Love Local, What's New

Many wonder how asparagus is out so early in the spring and the simple answer is that it is a perennial plant that when well cared for grows for up to 20 years. Each May, the tender stalks emerge from the ground and each spear is cut by hand. In fact, asparagus spears...

Potato and Parsnip Gratin with Bacon and Mustard

by Produce Made Simple | Oct 11, 2020 | Local Produce Recipes, Love Local, Uncategorized, What's New

This creamy gratin is taken to the next level by combining both potatoes and parsnips. If you haven’t eaten many parsnips before, this is a delicious recipe to try them out and experience their subtle nutty flavour. Potato and Parsnip Gratin with Bacon and Mustard...

Classic Potato Salad – Two Ways!

by Produce Made Simple | Sep 11, 2020 | Dinner Made Simple, Local Produce Recipes, Love Local, Lunch Made Simple, Side Dishes Made Simple, Special Features

Classic potato salad is a favourite in Canada almost any time of the year. The team here at Produce Made Simple all agree that potato salad is synonymous with fun gatherings; either summer BBQs or winter celebrations but we couldn’t quite agree on what recipe...

Ontario Apple-Carrot Muffins

by Produce Made Simple | Sep 3, 2020 | Breakfast Made Simple, Healthy Snacking Made Simple, How To Videos, Local Produce Recipes, Love Local, Recipes

These hearty muffins are the perfect make-ahead breakfast or after school snack. Use Ontario-grown carrots and apples and you’ll feel even better knowing you’ve supported your local growers! 12 muffinsOntario Apple Carrot Muffins Save Recipe Print Recipe...

Ontario Blueberry Cheesecake

by Produce Made Simple | Aug 5, 2020 | Desserts Made Simple, Love Local, Special Features

A rich cream cheese base perfectly complements the sweet blueberry glaze and a generous topping of fresh Ontario blueberries add a splash of deep colour and flavour. You’ll get a taste of summer in every bite! Ontario Blueberry Cheesecake Save Recipe Print...