Who’s hungry? Hungry Girl is.
Have you ever heard of Hungry Girl? If you haven’t, we’re going to tell you all about her. Hungry Girl is actually a person named Lisa Lillien who is a New York Times best selling author and the creator of the Hungry Girl brand. Her…
Mom knows best
Yes she does! Your mother told you to eat your vegetables, and she was absolutely right. She told you not to talk to strangers – right again. And she said, “Go ask your father” when she didn’t want to say no to you – very…
Earth Day: A great time to lay plans to keep the buzz in our gardens and fields!
Today is Earth Day when nature is awakening and signs of spring abound. Flowers are opening across the landscape and soon the countryside will be resplendent with fruit trees in full bloom. We enjoy the profusion of scents and colors but rarely do we ponder…
Know where your food is coming from
No question we’ve all been hearing a lot about the importance of knowing where you’re food is coming from. And there have been many discussions, conferences, international meetings, and even statewide initiatives talking about food traceability. It’s a hot topic and it should be. After…
Summer Recipes Featuring Fish and Wisconsin Potatoes
In summer, light nutritious meals help you gather the energy you need to work and play in the sun. So consider pairing Wisconsin potatoes and fish. The average medium potato has only 110 calories, is rich in fiber and potassium and is free of fat,…
There’s More than One Way to Grill a Potato
One of the reason Wisconsin potatoes are a favorite across the nation is their versatility — potatoes are simple to prepare and pack a lot of nutritional punch. One of the more common ways to grill potatoes is to simply place them in tinfoil, toss…
Helping to Alleviate Hunger
On June 22, 2013, Wisconsin potato growers and their families will once again gather to help pack meals for children suffering from malnutrition and hunger around the globe. The potato-meal packing event will take place at the Stevens Point Municipal Airport and volunteers expect to…
Celebrate Dairy Month with Two of Wisconsin’s Favorites — Cheese and Potatoes
Celebrate Dairy Month with two of Wisconsin’s favorite homegrown products — cheese and potatoes! Because the average potato has only 110 calories and is fat-free, gluten-free and cholesterol-free, taters help you feed your family in a fresh and healthy manner. Potatoes also provide more potassium than…
