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Vol. 14 No. 30
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Open Saturdays
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November 20!
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Tell Us What You Think
We still want to hear from you! Although the end of the 2010 season is quickly approaching, we are already thinking about next year. Your feedback is very valuable to the advisory committee. Please take a few minutes to complete a brief survey.
Click here to access the survey.
Thank you to all those who have already taken the survey. We look forward to reviewing your thoughts, comments and suggestions.
Sincerely,
Barbara Wilder, BRFM Market Master |
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Market Trivia
This week's question:
Who first discovered how to make bread rise?
A. Tibetan monks
B. Italian peasants
C. The ancient Egyptians
Answer to last week's question:
True. Brussels sprouts are named for Brussels, Belgium, the city in which they were first grown. Check out the recipe links below for a great vegetarian entree featuring them. |
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Midtown Loves Local
 Please welcome Midtown Loves Local to this week's market. The Midtown Loves Local initiative is what most people would refer to as a "buy local" campaign. The philosophy and objectives of MLL are much like those of farmers markets.
Midtown includes the neighborhoods of Broad Ripple Village, Butler-Tarkington, Mapleton-Fall Creek, and Meridian-Kessler, although some areas just beyond their boundaries are also participating. The area stretches from Fall Creek on the south to White River on the north, from the Indianapolis Museum of Art on the west to the Indiana State Fairgrounds on the east.
MLL activities and events are being managed by HARMONI, the Historic Midtown Initiative. Stop by the MLL booth to learn more about efforts to support independent, locally owned businesses on the northside of Indianapolis, as well as details about the upcoming Midtown Holiday Home Tour and the Midtown Holiday Café and Market on November 13th and 14th.
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Thanksgiving Sides and Vegetarian Entrees
It just wouldn't be Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes, candied yams, and green bean casserole. Or would it? If you're ready to break the traditional Thanksgiving mold, consider putting one of these tasty options on the table. The polenta and Brussels sprouts and scalloped potatoes each provide 10+ grams of protein per serving, making them great entrees for vegetarians.
Featured Recipe: Pumpkin Sage Polenta
Recipes source: Cooking Light Magazine
"While we think of corn as a fall veggie and often use it to stuff our cornucopia tablescape, in reality it's out of season and wouldn't have graced the Pilgrims' table. Instead, they'd have used cornmeal to thicken this delicious pumpkin dish and a dash of sage to add flavor. That's right, friends, pumpkin belongs in more than just pie."  
Yield: 8 servings (serving size: 3/4 cup)
Ingredients:
2-1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk
2 cups water
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 cups instant dry polenta
3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1/4 cup (1 ounce) shaved fresh Parmesan
Directions:
Bring milk and water to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add pumpkin and salt; stir with a whisk. Reduce heat to low, and gradually whisk in polenta; cook 1 minute or until thick. Remove from heat. Add 3/4 cup grated Parmesan, cream cheese, and sage; stir until cheeses melt. Top with shaved Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Four more recipes to try:
Click on the above titles for the full recipes on the BRFM website. |
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This Week's Vendors
This Saturday is your last chance to visit the following vendors this season. Be sure to stop by this week to stock up and bid them goodbye until next year.
- Hickoryworks
- Lee's Orchard
- Nicole-Taylor's Pasta
- Phelps Family Farms
- Earthly Delights
- Capriole
Every week is a little different this time of year at the market. The change in seasons means new faces, and some familiar vendors' booths may move, in order to better utilize the spaces available. To view a map of this week's vendors and booth locations, click here. Or stop by the BRFM Info Booth on Saturday, and we'll be happy to help you find your favorite vendors. |
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Musical Guest: Luke Austin Daugherty
Don't forget to stop by the entertainment booth and catch a few songs by Luke Austin Daugherty. You can visit his website by clicking here.
As always, the entertainment is provided at no cost to the BRFM. If you like what you hear, please consider purchasing a CD and/or leaving a tip.
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 About the Market
With more than 50 vendors, you'll find just about everything you need at the Broad Ripple Farmers Market (BRFM). We are open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 1 through November 20, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. We're located behind Broad Ripple Magnet High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Avenue.
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