SustainLane Weekly Green
January 2009
Edition 88

Greetings!

Winter's blustery weather and cooler temps have us all reaching for comforting food to warm our souls. Though the trees have shed their leaves, there is still a bounty of produce this season. You just have to know what to look for.

This week's newsletter is your guide to winter eating. Find some great winter recipes submitted by fellow SustainLane users, then head down to the farmer's market to eat with the season. If you're really at a loss when it comes to winter eating, watch our video of the week to learn how to prep a seasonal favorite: butternut squash.

But first, don't forget to get your daily dose of Vitamin-C before heading out, because baby, it's cold outside!
 
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In This Issue
Featured Product: Emergen-C Drink Mix
Featured Story: Farmer's Markets on the Cheap
Featured Business: Farmer's Markets and CSA's
Spotlight: Winter Vegetables
Staff Picks: Favorite Recipes
The Wintertime Wire
Video: Butternut Squash 101
EmergenCFeatured Product: Emergen-C Drink Mix
Emergen-C The jury is still out on whether vitamin-c helps you stay healthy during the cold and flu season. Placebo or not, Emergen-C Fizzy Drink Mix has an undeniable following on SustainLane.com.

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Five StarsDanielle T.I'm an Emergen-C Pusher
"I force these on others all the time...If you think you're getting a cold or need an afternoon pick-me-up, these rock..." read more.

- Danielle T.

Have you tried Emergen-C? Review it now on Sustainlane.com!
Featured Story: Farmer's Markets on the Cheap
Tomato StandEating organic and local makes for a dynamic dining duo. Add seasonality to the mix and you've got quite the food trifecta. Why do all of these things? Glad you asked.

Read the full article here

Share your farmer's market tips on SustainLane.com!

FeaturedBusinessFeatured Business: Farmer's Markets and CSA's
Eggplant Farmer's markets and community supported agriculture (CSA) are great ways to eat locally and with the seasons. And as SustainLane user An G. describes, they're also a way to get in touch with your food.

To find a farmer's market or CSA near you, use SustainLane's local search feature:

1. Click on the link below
2. Check the "Search Locally" box
3. Type in your city or zip code
4. Start eating fresh and local!

Find Farmer's Markets and CSA's Near You

Four StarsNot just great produce, but a great learning experience, too!

An G."I go almost every Saturday to this farmer's market...I've learned more about what grows locally and seasonally just from my browsing through the stalls then I ever knew before..." read more.

- An G.

Do you have a favorite farmer's market or CSA? Review it now on Sustainlane.com!
WinterFruitsandVegetablesSpotlight: Winter Vegetables
Squash For frugal grocery shopping, buy locally and seasonally. Value gurus agree that eating with the seasons is the easiest way to stretch your dollar, plus you can't beat the taste and quality freshly picked fruits and vegetables.

To start eating with the season, you have to know what to look for...

Read the full article now


Share your winter eating tips on SustainLane.com.
StaffPicksStaff Picks: Favorite Recipes
Winter StewHere are a few recipes that help all of us at SustainLane get through the winter:

Comforting soups and stews start with great homemade broth.

Hearty vegetarian chili will warm you to the core.

Don't forget your greens! Whip up kohlrabi salad as a filling side dish or main course.

Latkes aren't just for Hanukkah. Try Beth S.'s recipe substituting winter friendly sweet potatoes.

For the perfect conclusion to a winter meal, have a couple of chocolate chip cookies.

Share your favorite winter recipes on Sustainlane.com!


Ideas for Change in America
Have your own ideas about what the Obama administration should do to take our country down a more sustainable path? Head to SustainLane.com and look for the Change.org widget to cast your vote!
IntheNewsThe Wintertime Wire
Winter
Beat Winter Weight Gain
End the battle of the bulge now.

Eight Foods For Healthy Skin
Eat and drink your way to glowing skin with these not-so-secret tips.

Spam Sales Skyrocket During Recession
One business is booming during the recession: Spam.

Climate Change Ushers in Unwanted Pests
Scientists say that warming temps could lead to a boom in pest populations. Read on to find out what US industry is particularly susceptible.

Get Down with the Dirty Dozen
These twelve produce items should always be bought organic...all of the time...at all costs.

Inspired to discuss a story? Post your comments at SustainLane.com.
VideoVideo: Butternut Squash 101
Squash VideoRustic gourds and squash are in abundance during the winter months. Watch this video to learn how to prep butternut squash. It's loaded with Vitamin-A and is low in calories, so start cooking!


Watch Butternut Squash 101  Now

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