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New Growers, New Products, New Drop-off Sites!

*"*Greenwood* now has a pickup site!"
A D Farm Welcome Back Lamb From A D Farm! Quantities are limited, so order early.
Palmetto Baking Company Preservative free Freshly baked breads for now, pastries and pies to come. Read about them on our website
Parson Produce Clinton SC CSA available ( view under “Vegetables” -then “CSA”
Garden Delights Moore, SC This week featuring Alpine Strawberry Plants both red and yellow.. These natives also make great groundcover. Find under plants.Read about their small operation on our website
High Farms: Landrum, SC. They currently offer Free-ranged pork, chicken and eggs. Read more about them on Our Growers page
Zocalo Salsas Fresh Salsas direct to you! View all 18 choices and order in the “Prepared Foods” Category. Atlanta Ga…Highly Recommended by Athens locally Grown members

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Spices and Teas

 

Balm Tea Dried Leaves
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $6.44 ( 4 oz )
Available (Exact): 9

"Bee Balm is a plant that was used often, both medicinally and as a beverage by American Indians and by the European settlers in America. Oswego Tea, made from the leaves of the plant, was a staple in households during colonial times after the settlers lost access to English teas after the Boston Tea Party. Today, Bee Balm is still used widely for a variety of medicinal purposes, and limited testing has shown that it does have some benefits as a remedy for quite a few common medical complaints. *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy. As a member of the Mint family, it is no surprise that Bee Balm taken in a tea (Oswego Tea) is a tasty, well-known remedy for digestive problems, a trait seen in almost all Mint family members. It appears to have beneficial properties that include improving general digestion, easing flatulence, improving appetite, relieving colic, reducing bloating, alleviating menstrual cramping, and reducing nausea and vomiting. See How to Make Herbal Teas for specific instructions. Oswego Tea can also be made as a soothing drink to calm nerves and as a relaxing sleep aid, and is often combined with other well-known relaxation herbs such as Valerian and Chamomile for this purpose. Externally, bee balm is a wonderful aromatherapy herb. Try placing a handful of fresh leaves in a cloth and positioning it under hot running bath water for a relaxing, lemony scented bath. Deeply breathing in the steam may also help relieve cold symptoms such as sore throat, fever, and congestion. Bee Balm has also shown some merit as an antiseptic and antibacterial, and a clean cloth can be soaked in a tea and used as a compress, or an ointment can be made to help relieve pain and speed healing for minor wounds, insect stings, and for relief of eczema, psoriasis, cold sores, and clearing up acne. CONTRAINDICATIONS: There is some literature that suggests that Bee Balm should not be ingested if there is a history of thyroid problems, and of course, anyone who is pregnant should also steer clear. Although Bee Balm leaves can be rubbed directly on the skin as a mosquito repellant, on some people it may cause phototoxicity (sensitivity to the sun), so using undiluted is not recommended without first testing on a small area of skin." "From Gardens Ablaze":http://www.gardensablaze.com/HerbBeeBalmMed.htm
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Pine Needles for Tea Dried
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $3.99 ( 4 oz )
Available (Exact): 0

The scent of the season, "Pine needle tea has been around for a very long time. It was first used by Native American’s for its healing properties. In fact they introduced pine needle tea to the early settlers (in Canada and New England) as a cure for scurvy, which is caused by lack of vitamin C. Manataka American Indian Council PLANT MEDICINE... White Pine Needle Tea: Healing Pine needle tea is great for colds, chest congestion and upper respiratory illnesses, though it is also rumored to help with many other ailments as well. You can do your own search on the web to find out more. It is packed with antioxidants, vitamin C and vitamin A. I want to give thanks to Grandmother Bobbie for introducing me to pine needle tea and its healing effects. I experienced its healing first hand. This tea made my chest congestion disappear in less than a day. I thought for sure I was going to get bronchitis or pneumonia! But instead, I drank pine needle tea and it helped heal my chest and sinuses. I could literally feel my chest “loosen up” and my breathing became much easier. *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy. ½ cup of pine needles, green young needles are best 1.5 pints of water Bring water to boil in a stainless steel pan (do not use aluminum) Add the pine needles, reduce heat to a simmer for 20 minutes to overnight. Strain needles and drink warm or cold you can also put them in unbleached tea bags The tea should be red in color with a little oil floating on top. You can add honey or cinnamon if you like, (since I have type 2 diabetes I add cinnamon). It really doesn’t taste like pine; it has a very mild flavor. White pine needles have 5 needles on each sprig… but you can use any pine or fir tree (though the recipe may differ). Do not drink pine needle tea when pregnant or if you are allergic to pine. ~Submitted by Bonnie Delcourt"
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Pine Needles for Tea Fresh
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $6.44 ( 4 oz )
Available (Exact): 0
Nutritional Info

High in Vitamin C, used by native Americans, this tea has a flavor reminescent of a pine forest. Brew and sip, sweetened or not, for a great winter treat.1First, fill the pot about half full. Then, place pot 3/4 full of water onto heat source. Step 2Bring to boil and let boil for about 5 to 10 minutes. Carefully remove lid and extract needles from pot. The water color should be a light brown to yellowish. Now let the tea steep for 45 minutes to an hour. Once it has had ample steeping time, strain the tea through a coffee filter to remove smaller particles. Step 3 After filtering into a pitcher, add about 2 cups sugar.(2 cups per gallon of tea) Stir well. Now you can have your pine needle tea. *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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High in Vitamin C, used by native Americans, this tea has a flavor reminescent of a pine forest. Brew and ... more

Rosemary for Tea Dried
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $6.44 ( 4 oz )
Available (Estimated): 20

Rosemary scented tea is so relaxing, and is great for during or after dinner. Mix with more bland teas to liven them up. Drink when you need a stimulating boost. Steep for a few minutes, then strain. Sweeten or not. "Spices have more antioxidant power, measure for measure, than fruits and vegetables.":http://www.naturalnews.com/z024584_spices_antioxidant_cancer.html *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Rosemary scented tea is so relaxing, and is great for during or after dinner. Mix with more bland teas to ... more

Rosemary Spice
Grower: Spurgeon Farms
Price: $2.50 ( 2 oz tray )
Available (Exact): 20

Very pungent, versatile spice. Great on meats and in soups. Organically grown.

Sage - Salvia Officinalis for Tea Dried
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $6.44 ( 4 oz )
Available (Exact): 20
Nutritional Info

Dried leaves organically grown. Sage tea is known to be antiseptic, as well as refreshing. Brew some and sip your troubles away. Sage is an excellent antiseptic for treating mouth ulcers and sore throats. Sage has natural antiperspirant properties. Sage tea is an excellent way to decrease all over body odor. Sage helps to reduce the output of excessive sweating due to over active sweat glands. Put 1 -2 teaspoons of dried sage into a cup of hot water and let steep for about 10 minutes. Drink this in small doses throughout the day, about a teaspoon each time. It should be noted the women who are pregnant should not use Sage internally *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Dried leaves organically grown. Sage tea is known to be antiseptic, as well as refreshing. Brew some and sip your ... more

Spearmint Leaves Fresh
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $3.99 ( 1 oz )
Available (Exact): 9

"A herb tea is made from the fresh or dried leaves. It has a very pleasant and refreshing taste of spearmint, leaving the mouth and digestive system feeling clean." "My favorite way to use spearmint, besides iced tea, is to tear and scatter it over grilled vegetables. It's unexpected and delicious." With a reputation for improving digestion, nothing is so refreshing as mint! This fine tea is so relaxing, and has a great fragrance! Pest control Main article: Pest control: Herbs are also known amongst gardeners to be useful for pest control. Mint, Spearmint, Peppermint, and Pennyroyal are a few of such herbs. These herbs when planted around a house's foundation can help keep unwanted critters away such as flies, mice, ants, fleas, moth and tick amongst others. They are not known to be harmful or dangerous to children or pets, or any of the house's fixtures "Edible Uses: The leaves of spearmint are edible raw or cooked. Having a strong spearmint flavor, they are used as a flavoring in salads or cooked foods. Spearmint leaves can be used whole, chopped, dried and ground, frozen, preserved in salt, sugar, sugar syrup, alcohol, oil, or dried. The leaves are often used in 'mint sauce', which is used as a flavoring in meals. An essential oil from the leaves and flowers is used as a flavoring in sweets, ice cream, drinks etc. It has a spearmint flavor. Medicinal Uses: Spearmint is a commonly used domestic herbal remedy. A tea made from the leaves has traditionally been used in the treatment of fevers, headaches, digestive disorders and various minor ailments. The herb is antispasmodic, urine-inducing, restorative, stimulant, and has agents that prevent vomiting, that relieve and remove gas from the digestive system, and give tone and strength to the stomach. The infusion of 1 oz (28 g) of dried herb to 1 pt (568 ml) of boiling water is also said to be excellent for nausea and wind." *The information here should not be considered medical advice, and you should always consult a physician before beginning any herbal tea therapy.
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Sumac Ground 1 Oz.
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $2.50 ( 1 oz. Resealable bag )
Available (Exact): 9
Nutritional Info

Ground Sumac tastes tart, like lemon. Shiskabob recipe: click on "Nutritional info" Culinary Usage Use the spice freely, sprinkled on everyday foods like salads, soups, meats, and fish. Ideal used in: dressings, condiments, stir fries, Excellent with: chicken, fish, seafood, vegetables, pulses, rice, Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian, Nut Free, Salt-Free, Gluten Free Za'tar Recipe | 5 min | 5 min prep | This is a spicy version of za'atar from Northern Africa. It is great for sprinkling over tagines, vegetables, and pita sandwiches. It looks a bit different from the za'atar that I usually use (Middle Eastern and Mediterranean types), which is heavier with thyme. From the Flavors of Africa Cookbook, by Dave DeWitt (Chile pepper aficionado extraordinaire). SERVES 16 Ingredients 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 2 tablespoons ground sumac 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions 1Blend and store in an airtight container.16. Delicious mixed with olive oil or olive and flax lio and spread on any kind of bread. Also great sprinkled on scrambled eggs, veggie dishes, or fish. Benefit of Sumac Sumac has antimicrobial and antioxidant activity per Ray Sahelian. MD http://www.raysahelian.com/sumac.html
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Ground Sumac tastes tart, like lemon. Shiskabob recipe: click on "Nutritional info" Culinary Usage Use the spice freely, sprinkled on ... more

Sumac Ground 2 Oz
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $3.95 ( 2.0 oz. Resealable bag )
Available (Exact): 10

"Casa Blanca’s secret ingredient: Arabian, Turkish and Lebanese cuisine use sumac in place of lemon, vinegar or tamarind, because of its more subtle astringency. The spice is great for grilling, on fish, chicken, potatoes and beets. The next time you go to Casa Blanca or Hanan Middle Eastern food carts, look out for the sprinkles of red on your grilled chicken or kefta – that’s sumac. Whole or cracked Sumac berries are sometimes soaked in warm water to create a fruity, sour juice for marinades and salad dressings. The powdered form teams up with thyme, sesame seeds and salt in a common Middle Eastern spice blend called za’atar Health Benefits: Sumac is a diuretic and is used in a tonic to relieve upset stomachs and fevers. Red= hot? Only a 1/10. Recipe Idea: Devilled-egg salad sandwich! Where to buy it: The Spice Corner in the Italian Market, Whole Foods.":http://pennappetit.blogspot.com/2009/11/unusual-spices.html Shiskabob recipe: click on "Nutritional info" Culinary Usage Use the spice freely, sprinkled on everyday foods like salads, soups, meats, and fish. Ideal used in: dressings, condiments, stir fries, Excellent with: chicken, fish, seafood, vegetables, pulses, rice, Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian, Nut Free, Salt-Free, Gluten Free Za'tar Recipe | 5 min | 5 min prep | This is a spicy version of za'atar from Northern Africa. It is great for sprinkling over tagines, vegetables, and pita sandwiches. It looks a bit different from the za'atar that I usually use (Middle Eastern and Mediterranean types), which is heavier with thyme. From the Flavors of Africa Cookbook, by Dave DeWitt (Chile pepper aficionado extraordinaire). SERVES 16 Ingredients 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 2 tablespoons ground sumac 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions 1Blend and store in an airtight container.16. "Zaatar can also be added to many different dishes, including egg omelet, salads, stir fries, etc.... use your imagination. Zaatar can be added to soups. If you spread the zaatar oil mix on bread, such as pita bread, you can then heat it in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds.":http://www.physicianformulas.com/store/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=235 "I went out for lunch today in Princeton, NJ (MAGMA PIZZA), and found the following on the menu: Kefta Kabbob: Souvlaki style ground beef with lettuce, red onion & summac on hummus pita. I thought they surely made a typo.. with the summac... But, I tried it and liked it.. I am now a Summac spice fan. thank you I gotta tell ya.. Excellent.":http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/342102/sumac_spice_uses_in_middle_eastern.html?cat=22
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Sumac Ground 4 Oz
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $6.44 ( 4.0 oz. Resealable bag )
Available (Exact): 10

Ground Sumac tastes tart, like lemon. Shiskabob recipe: click on "Nutritional info" Culinary Usage Use the spice freely, sprinkled on everyday foods like salads, soups, meats, and fish. Ideal used in: dressings, condiments, stir fries, Excellent with: chicken, fish, seafood, vegetables, pulses, rice, Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian, Nut Free, Salt-Free, Gluten Free Za'tar Recipe | 5 min | 5 min prep | This is a spicy version of za'atar from Northern Africa. It is great for sprinkling over tagines, vegetables, and pita sandwiches. It looks a bit different from the za'atar that I usually use (Middle Eastern and Mediterranean types), which is heavier with thyme. From the Flavors of Africa Cookbook, by Dave DeWitt (Chile pepper aficionado extraordinaire). SERVES 16 Ingredients 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 2 tablespoons ground sumac 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions 1Blend and store in an airtight container.16. "Bought some sumac yesterday for the first time after having eaten it in a Lebanese restaurant. It is a FABULOUS flavour spice. Just made some tomato courgette soup with it and looks like there wont be any leftovers..! ;)" "Love Sumac, and use it in all my salads and home cooking, glad to see if has some good health benefits as well.":http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/342102/sumac_spice_uses_in_middle_eastern.html?cat=22
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Ground Sumac tastes tart, like lemon. Shiskabob recipe: click on "Nutritional info" Culinary Usage Use the spice freely, sprinkled on ... more

Sumaq Berries
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $3.99 ( 1cup )
Available (Exact): 20
Nutritional Info

Recipes here and links below. Sumac berries have a wonderful, lemony tartness and are very popular in Turkey and the Middle East. You'll find them in Turkish or Middle Eastern food shops. Ours are wildcrafted, organic and local. Recipe: Sumac Dressing Tuesday November 20, 2007 SERVES 4 Ingredients 32 ounces chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoons ground sumac, berries 1 teaspoons basil 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon parsley 2 tablespoons lemon juice Directions 1Slice chicken breasts. I prefer bite size pieces, but it doesn't matter. 2Mix all other ingredients. Add chicken and marinate for at least one hour. 3Cook over medium heat. Middle Eastern, Quick, Healthy, Vegetarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Egg free, Sauces Method Crush the sumac berries roughly in a mortar. Tip into a small bowl and pour on the warm water. Leave to infuse for 45 minutes, then strain into a measuring jug and reserve 100ml of the liquid. In a bowl, whisk the sumac water with the oil, lemon juice, sugar and molasses. Season with salt and pepper and add the thyme and garlic. Leave to infuse for 20-30 minutes, then strain into a sealable jar. The dressing will keep, refrigerated, for up to 3 weeks. Makes 300 ml This recipe is an extract from Turquoise: A Chef's Travels in Turkey, Greg and Lucy Malouf, Hardie Grant Books, $69.95 hardback. More recipies on the Nutritional Info page, also more "recipies for Sumac Here":http://www.recipezaar.com/recipes.php?foodido=12804,14704,16745&title=sumac
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Recipes here and links below. Sumac berries have a wonderful, lemony tartness and are very popular in Turkey and the ... more

Wormwood Dried leaves
Grower: Upstate Locally Grown Market
Price: $3.99 ( 4 oz )
Available (Exact): 5

Astringent herb slightly bitter. Use in conjunction with other herbs or alone...Sweeten with Stevia or your choice of sweetners.
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Astringent herb slightly bitter. Use in conjunction with other herbs or alone...Sweeten with Stevia or your choice of sweetners. more

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