Lamb and Tamales at the farmers' market today

[Denise]

 Every Wednesday 4-6 PM

Jennie Lane SmartPark

Free WiFi & Fitness zone

Manor's own Mata tamales made by three generations of the Mata family. Pork, chicken, beef and vegetarian options available. Perfect with a big dollop of Laverne's Salsa.  Time to get your holiday orders in!

Ray the Noodle Man-Texas Wendish Heritage Society noodles. Just eggs, flour and salt like Grandma used to make. Also lemons and blue eggs.

Laverne's Vegetable Patch - This week I will have Homemade Salsa, Blackberry Jelly. Rice Krispie Treats, Pickled Okra, Greens and Little Green Onions.
 

McGeary Ranch will be at the market today:

McGeary Ranch

McGeary Ranch is a sustainable,  grass-based farm run by Mike and Judith McGeary. We raise our animals as close to their natural state as possible, which makes them healthier and happier. We work hard to improve the soil and increase the diversity of our plants, and provide natural supplements. The result is a healthy environment, healthy animals, and nutritious food. 

Our sheep graze on pesticide-free and herbicide-free pastures, with organically-grown alfalfa hay as a treat. Livestock guardian dogs protect the sheep from predators, so that they can range freely in search of the best grass and forbs. Our sheep are never fed any grain, so their meat is low in fat, yet high in Omega-3, CLA, Vitamin E, and other important nutrients. Lamb protein is more easily digested and better utilized than beef protein. Lamb is an excellent source of zinc, iron, B vitamins (especially B12), and carnitine, which is needed to generate energy from fatty acids. Our sheep have free-choice access to natural supplements such as kelp, redmond salt, and diatomaceous earth, and the pastures are fertilized with sea water and aerobic compost tea, to keep the sheep in optimal health and provide the highest nutritional value possible.

Humane treatment is a priority throughout the animals' lives.  Our processor is a small, family-owned state-inspected facility. The lambs are given Rescue Remedy the night before, and Mike stays with them at the processor to keep them calm.

Eggs: Unlike supermarket eggs (even free-range organic), our eggs come from chickens that are never confined. Our birds live their entire lives on pasture. The chickens are a mix of different heritage breeds, preserving the genetic diversity of the species. They have a portable shelter when they wish it, and are free to roam in search of grass, forbs, and insects. To supplement their foraging, they are fed organic wheat and peas, diatomaceous earth, kelp, and oyster shell.

The color of the yolks varies during the year, depending on the amount of fresh, green plants available.  Below is a picture of an HEB egg, an Organic Valley egg, and one of our eggs.  Our egg is the one with the large, orange yolk that stands up tall.  The difference in freshness and nutrition comes through in the taste of our eggs!

The following items will be offered by Kristin Kay Creations; LateBloom Naturals Laundry Soap, Affordable Holiday Natural Gift Sets, Lip Balm, Bath Salts, and Bar Soap. 

New items for the week include: Herb Jelly, Rosemary Jelly, Cranberry Pepper Jelly, Honey Lemon Jam, Pomegranate Blueberry Jelly and Cranberry Mandarin Spread.

Also available for sale are Pineapple Heirloom Salsa, Blueberry Mustard, Cranberry Pear Conserve, Grape Cherry Pecan Conserve, Cherry Jam, and Habanero Sauce.

For local custom orders that you can pick up at the Manor Farmer's Market visit www.etsy.com/shop/kristinkaycreations and send me a Custom Order request, email me at kksea...@gmail.com or visit my website at latebloomamerica.org.

Gordon's Natural Gardens: Chard, collards, turnips and turnip greens and cubenelle peppers

Green Grass Meats: As always, I'll be there with our great grass fed beef. Our main special is a dollar off per pound on our five pound packages. Don't forget any specials I feel like making on the spot. 

Rebecca writes:

PUMPKIN BREAD

Lg  loaf $5.

Sm loaf $2.

BANANA BREAD

Lg  Loaf $5.

Sm Loaf $2.50

Pumpkin 

Spice Cookies

(Fall Shapes) .50

Sugar Cookies

$2.50 per doz

Homemade Bread

Loaf             $2.00

Dinner Rolls

Bag (6).       $2.00

CHOCOLATE

CAKE $5.

GREAT BIG TEXAS THANK YOU TO ALL THE MANOR BUSINESSES THAT MAKE THIS MARKET POSSIBLE: Manor Veterinary Hospital, Jonse Farmers Insurance, Manor Chamber of Commerce, The Blackland Reporter, Voelker Construction, The City of Manor, KST Electric and the market's parent organization ERTCAB (East Rural Travis County Advisory Board) a 501 c (3) IRS non profit for the betterment of Manor citizens and surrounding communities.

Denise LoSchiavo
Manor Farmers' Market

Blackland Reporter
278-1611

 

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