We have officially entered dessert season that delicious time of year when sweets reign supreme and innovative treats are everywhere. These are days filled with chocolate, nuts, pumpkin everything and sweet potatoes. Every one of these is without a doubt both decadent and delicious, but one can never go wrong with a simple recipe that […]
There’s something special about the aroma of baked apples in the autumn, even though they are a delight any season of the year. We are in full-blown apple season here in Arkansas, and Northwest Arkansas is the birthplace of the famous Arkansas Black Apple. Yes, born in Benton County, the Arkansas Black has a gorgeous […]
by Arkansas Women Bloggers member Debbie Arnold of Dining with Debbie Apple picking time is full of traditions and memories for me. From the time I was just old enough to be lifted onto an apple tree branch by my grandfather, I’ve loved picking and eating apples. While I am more likely now to seek out a farm […]
Did you enjoy a beautiful fall day at the pumpkin patch with your family this year? We hope so. It’s a wonderful fall tradition. But, tossing out those pumpkins on November 1 is such a waste of your fun memories and the farmer’s hard work. Here are some delicious recipes from Taste Arkansas using those […]
by Arkansas Women Bloggers member Heather Disarro of Heather’s Dish Two things in the food world change for me when fall arrives. First, pumpkin spice lattes dominate my mid-afternoon treats for the next three months. Second, apples are in just about everything I make. Even then I can hardly get enough of them. Apples go […]
Two tornadoes in 10 years and back-to-back droughts may cause many decide to throw the hat in and move on, but that was not the case for Roy “Pee Wee” and Carolyn Ham of Clark County, the 2015 Clark County Farm Family of the Year and the West Central District Farm Family of the Year. […]
by Arkansas Women Bloggers member Julie Kohl of Eggs and Herbs As the leaves change color and the temperature starts dropping, I crave earthy flavors. Savory mixed with sweet. Something hearty and warm. This Pecan, Cranberry and Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe embodies all of the above. Locally, acorn squash is coming into season […]
by Arkansas Women Bloggers member Tiffany Selvey of Songbird Gardens Pumpkin spice season is in full-swing. In Arkansas, however, our agricultural history says we should be celebrating the apple instead. It’s apple season and they’re showing up at farmers markets, in pies and in homemade applesauce. Naturally, this tasty ingredient should be included in the cocktail hour. Hot […]
“To honor God as we pass on our love of farming and agriculture to future generations.” This mission statement is what drives Brent and Ronda Butler every day and helps shape all on-farm and off-farm decisions. Brent and Ronda are the 2015 Benton County Farm Family of the Year, as well as the Northwest […]
by Arkansas Women Bloggers member Heather Disarro of Heather’s Dish Whenever I hear the word “fall,” my mind goes to two things: colorful leaves and pumpkin everything. Atypically as it may be, the pumpkin dreams aren’t always of lattes or pumpkin bread. Those are delicious and certainly staples on our family’s table, but there’s nothing […]