Blueberry Zucchini Bread

Fortunately for us in Georgia, blueberries are one of the most abundant fruits that grow during the summer months.  And since eating local produce is a good for the local economy,  you have every excuse to indulge and eat as much as you want.  Besides, blueberries are extremely healthy for you.  They are chock-full of antioxidants that help to ward of diseases like cancer. 

Here is a delicious recipe for Blueberry Zucchini Bread that is sure to be a hit with family and friends.  Try hitting up a local farmers market for the ingredients!  My favorite in the are is the Dekalb Farmer’s Market.  It’s a good 25 minutes from Cameron Landing in Stockbridge, but the variety of foods there is unmatched in the area.

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 4 mini-loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar. Fold in the zucchini. Beat in the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gently fold in the blueberries. Transfer to the prepared mini-loaf pans.
3. Bake 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center of a loaf comes out clean. Cool 20 minutes in pans, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

(Credit: AllRecipes.com)

Farmer’s Markets near Cameron Landing

Are you eating local? Not only have you got the agonizing decision of which of the wonderful fresh fruits and veggies do you want to purchase, but you have the choice of farmer’s markets as well. Just south of us, in Henry Country, you’ll find more farmers’ markets and locally-grown food options than you could possible imagine.

• There is the Thompson Market on Keys Ferry St. in McDonough. That market opened in April and will be in business until October- Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Then, there is the Henry County Farmers Market at Heritage Park. It opened on May 27th and will operate through September 30th. It will be open every Thursday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Event Center at Heritage Park in McDonough.
• The other Henry County Farmers Market, also sponsored by the 4-H club, is in Hampton and opened May 28th and will be open through September. It will operate every Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the park adjacent to the Hampton train depot.
• Lastly, there is the new market in the City of Locust Grove. That farmers market is open on the first Saturday of every month, beginning this Saturday (June 5) through November 6, on Highway 42 on the sidewalk between Peeksville Rd and the post office. Hours of operation will be 9:00 a.m. to noon.

All these locations plus all the farm fresh goodies for sale means that it is going to be a yummy (if not decision fraught) summer indeed.

Fiesta Party for the Cameron Landing Community (Fri., May 7)

Hola, Cameron Landing! Hope everyone had a happy Cinco De Mayo yesterday.  We’ve decided to throw our own little Fiesta Party tomorrow (Friday, May 7)!

Make sure stop by the office between 4pm and 7pm.  We’ll be outside with a taco bar, drinks and more…even a pinata!

If you have any questions, ideas or suggestions for the community, feel free to login and leave a comment.

Ready to Warm Up?

One of the great things about Georgia weather is that it can change so quickly. I’m saying that now because wouldn’t it be great if it could warm up a little faster? Winter is still with us though and if we want to continue our exercise plans, we are going to have to adjust. You can use the treadmill at the gym or the track outside. Don’t let the cold weather stop you. Just make sure that you dress appropriately for the outside conditions.

For more winter health tips click here. Do you have any health tips you would like to share?