Thank you to all who came out for the Myrtle Avenue Farm Stand Third Annual Health Fair Event! Shoppers were able to receive information from the NYC Department and Health and participate in a market tour to learn more about how to use their EBT cards and get the most bang for their buck. They were also able to learn more about the Greene Hill Food Coo-op and have a taste of their healthy & affordable walnut, apple and celery snack. Last but not least, Myrtle Eats Fresh Community Chef Oliver was there giving samples of his Beets in Orange Sauce recipe, it was delic! Try it at home:

Beets in Orange Sauce
4 – 6 Servings

2 Bunches of Beets – Wash and Scrub; Remove Tops
1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
3/4 Cup Orange Juice
3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
2 Tsp. Grated Orange Rind
1/8 Tsp. Ground Allspice
1 ½ Tbsp. Cornstarch
1 Tbsp. Honey
2 Tbsp. Butter
Water for Boiling

Steps:
1) Place prepared beets in large saucepan / stockpot Cover completely with boiling water
2) Add the vinegar and cook for 20 Minutes or until beets are tender
3) Drain beets, SAVING 1/4 CUP OF LIQUID! Skin and dice the cooked beets – BE CAREFUL – and set aside
4) Combine saved liquid, orange Juice, orange rind, lemon juice and allspice in the saucepan and slowly mix in cornstarch
5) Bring to a Boil while stirring
6) Continue to cook until sauce thickens
7) Slowly stir in honey and butter and pour over beets & serve!

Missed this week? No problem! We are on the corner of North Portland and Myrtle Avenues every Wednesday, now through Nov 7th, 2012, from 4-7PM.

We accept EBT/WIC/Health Bucks/cash.

See you at the market!