We talk about the food we consume quite often and not about the farming practices as much. So here is that quick blurb! Did you know we love our farmers? So much so that we have a daily count in our produce department of what product comes from a local farmer. This is a 365 day job and not only by the farmer, but the ecosystem he creates and the bugs and insects that thrive in their environment. Speaking of bugs we have some relatively cute ones that are a fun craft for the kids to make and remember that not all bugs are bad in the ‘garden’ and they can sometimes help produce the delicious foods we eat. 

SWEET CELERY BUGS

INGREDIENTS

The base: Celery 

The inside: Chobani Low Sugar Greek Yogurt, goat cheese, peanut butter (anything that will make the fruit stick)

The topping: Kiwi, Grapes, Apples

The finishing touch: Googly Eyes

DIRECTIONS

1. Wash all produce
2. Chop celery into 2-4 inch pieces
3. Layer in “the inside” of your choice in the center of the celery
4. Slice fruit in coins or halves
5. Place 2 eyes on one end with a little bit of “the inside” material
6. Put the fruit on the center and serve up your imagination – are they flying, laying down, or standing up

SAVORY CELERY  BUG

INGREDIENTS

The base: Celery

The inside: hummus, goat cheese, ricotta cheese

The topping: Tomatoes, Cucumbers

The finishing touch: Googly Eyes

DIRECTIONS

1. Wash all produce
2. Chop celery into 2-4 inch pieces
3. Layer in “the inside” of your choice in the center of the celery
4. Slice vegetables in coins, or halves 
5. Place 2 eyes on one end with a little bit of “the inside” material
6. Put the vegetable on the center and serve up your imagination – are they flying, laying down, or standing up