This morning I met up with Jen from The Big Binder blog at Fulton St. Farmer’s Market. There really are lots of frugal foods there. Some are from Michigan, some aren’t. They had cantelope for $1.00, lots of local asparagus for around $2.00/lb, and so much more. Jen talked me into buying some kale (only $3.50/lb), but beyond using it in a salad I was at a loss. Luckily, we have some West Michigan ladies to the rescue!
Frugal Cooking with Kale:
- The Big Binder suggests making Kale Chips. Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt, and put in the oven on 200 F until crunchy. Great for kiddos and super easy!
- The Local Cook has a How to Cook Kale post with her top 10 ideas to get you started. I love that Wendy frequently shares recipes using ingredients that are a bit unfamiliar to me. Great resource for using up some of your CSA items!
- Vegan Bon Vivant has a great recipe for Kale & Lentil Soup. Adrienne assures me that kale keeps well in the refrigerator for a long time if it’s kept dry.
Check my list of popular West Michigan Farmers Markets for times and locations.
What’s your strategy for shopping farmers markets? Do you just buy whatever looks good or do you stock up on the cheapest items to can/freeze/preserve?







