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1. Easily Uphold Your New Year’s Resolution with Our Chopped Salad Kits

   May 26, 2020 10:59 pm

   Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to eat healthier? If so, we are here to help! Throughout the month of January, we’ll be sharing a series of quick Chopped Salad kit recipe videos that will keep you motivated on your healthy eating resolutions while saving you time in the kitchen.

   

   The first video in this new series will show you how to easily elevate the Sunflower Crunch Chopped Salad, and how to pack it up for a quick on-the-go lunch!

2. Earth Month and Earth Day Important Reminders; Taylor Farms Grows Green All Year

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   April may be Earth Month and April 22 is the 46^th Earth Day, but at Taylor Farms, we strive to grow green all year long.

   We know one bag of lettuce or vegetables won’t change the world, but as North America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods, our commitment to sustainable practices makes a genuine contribution to a better environment.

   We continue working to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by using clean, reliable and affordable energy from solar arrays at our production facilities, along with fuel cells and a wind turbine that produce a significant amount of the power we need with less impact on the environment.  We’ve also undertaken many energy efficiency measures and are planning additional clean energy installations in the future.

   Water is an increasingly scarce natural resource, but it is essential to our business. We’re working continuously to make the most efficient use of water in our operations.  For example, our produce wash tanks have advanced controls and mechanisms designed specifically to ensure that we don’t use more water than we absolutely need.

   

   A cleaner environment is good for everybody, so Taylor Farms places a high priority on minimizing packaging and food waste. We’ve made great strides in reducing our carbon footprint through optimized packaging and we’re saving more than 160 acres of trees by reducing the amount of fiber used in our corrugated cardboard boxes.  We search constantly for innovative ways to reduce waste and increase production efficiency.

    

    

   Earth Month and Earth Day are important reminders that it is up to all of us to respect and safeguard the planet we call home – every day of the year.

3. Delight Your Friends By Bringing One of These Side Dishes to Your Friendsgiving!

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   At Taylor Farms we believe that friendships are some of the most important relationships you can have, which is why we’ve collaborated with a few of our amazing partners on their favorite recipes to help you host (or attend) an unforgettable “Friendsgiving”!

   Life is but a Dish blogger, Laney, developed a “quick, easy, and absolutely delicious side dish that all your guests will love.” She used our cubed butternut squash to make Brown Sugar Butternut Squash. Get the recipe here.

   

   Image credit: Life is but a Dish

   

   Image credit: Life is but a Dish

   Erin, who runs the blog The Forest Feast, went to a Friendsgiving earlier this week and she brought a Nutty Cauliflower Pilaf made using a bag of Taylor Farms Cauliflower Pearls and quinoa, with nuts, seeds and dried berries. Erin also whipped up a few additional seasonal sides: an effortless Kale Salad using Taylor Farms Baby Kale, persimmons, and pomegranate seeds, and some deliciously simple Crispy Old Bay Brussels Sprouts made with only Taylor Farms Shaved Brussels Sprouts, olive oil, and Old Bay seasoning. Recipes for all of these tasty dishes can be found here.

   

   Image credit: The Forest Feast

   

   Image credit: The Forest Feast

   No matter how you choose to celebrate – whether with friends or family (or both!), we hope that you have an amazing Thanksgiving holiday this year!

4. Delicious Thanksgiving Recipes for your Guests to Gobble Up!

   May 22, 2020 9:30 pm

   Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start planning your holiday menu! We know the turkey always receives all the attention, but if it were up to us we’d have a buffet of fresh and tasty appetizers and sides. Thanksgiving prep can be a little daunting and stressful, especially if you’re hosting, which is why we’re sharing some of our favorite recipes for lighter and easier holiday cooking without sacrificing flavor. Your guests are sure to gobble them up!

    

   Make a first impression with delectable starters

   1. Holiday Crudité Board: Fresh veggies paired with a delicious dip are always a crowd-pleaser. Serve with some seasonal fruits, nuts, crackers and a couple of your favorite dips so that there’s something for everyone. It makes for a gorgeous table decoration and it’s super easy to assemble with a little help from our ready-to-eat veggies or veggie trays. Find them near you.
      

      Photo via Le Petit Eats

       

   2. Warm Kale Dip: Looking for a great dip to go with your veggies? Look no further. This Warm Kale Dip is a must! Serve it in a bread bowl for an extra wow-factor.
      

      Photo by The Forest Feast

       

   Balance out your meal with drool-worthy side dishes

   1. Slow Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower: Want the taste and comfort of mashed potatoes without the extra calories? This Slow Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower is the creamy and delicious side you’ve been looking for.
      

      Photo by The College Housewife

       

   2. Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin: This recipe may cause excessive drooling at the Thanksgiving table. It’s the cheesy, roasted side you’ll keep going back for and pairs perfectly with any protein or as leftovers the next day. You can choose to make it or without dairy depending on your dietary preference.
      

      Photo by Wife Mama Foodie

       

   3. Fall Harvest Gorgonzola and Apple Salad: Don’t forget to put some greens on your table this holiday season. Start with this show-stopping Fall Harvest Gorgonzola and Apple Salad, easily assembled with a little help from our Sweet Kale Chopped Salad Kit. It features a delicious lineup of seasonal flavors that you’ll crave on repeat: pancetta, pecans, pomegranate seeds and sage.
      

      Photo by The College Housewife

       

   4. Vegan Green Bean Casserole: This green bean casserole will give your potatoes a run for their money! Totally vegan, totally delicious and totally easy to throw together.
      

      Photo by Whitney E. RD

       

   5. Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Acorn Squash Cups: Get a little creative this year and serve delicious cauliflower gratin in a cute little acorn squash. They’re super easy to assemble and you can adjust the recipe to make a half  for each one of your guests.
      

      Photo by College Housewife

       

   6. Broccoli Salad with Crispy Shallots and Coconut Bacon: We are so grateful for this hearty dish that is also incredibly nutritious and totally vegan! The flavors are so bold, even meat-eaters will want to go back for seconds.
      

      Photo via Le Petit Eats

   Make Veggies Part of The Main Event

   1. Spinach and Artichoke Lasagna: If you’re looking to skip the turkey because of dietary restrictions or you’re simply just not a fan, we’ve got the perfect main dish for you! This Spinach and Artichoke Lasagna feed a crowd and is the perfect creamy, fresh and delicious dish to warm up to on a cold day. Pair with one of our ready-to-eat Chopped Salad Kits and — voilá you’re all set!
      

      Photo by The College Housewife

       

   2. Kale and White Cheddar Risotto:  Impress your family and friends this holiday season with an easy and tasty risotto bursting with flavors. It’s the perfect vegetarian dish to serve at your Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving and is chock full of nutritional goodies!
      

      Photo by The College Housewife

       

   We wish you a happy and delicious Thanksgiving! Be sure to tag us in your holiday recipes on Instagram.

5. Delicious, Healthy Products — All from a Single Source — Showcased at PMA Fresh Summit

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   At Taylor Farms we understand that consumers are often looking for quick, healthy products for their loved ones, and time saved while shopping and preparing meals provides more of what is important — quality family time.

   To make this happen, we invest in product development, harvest engineering and process improvement. We take pride in the fact that we are the largest supplier of value-added fresh foods to American consumers, from Stir Fry Kits and Chopped Salad Kits, to Snack Trays and Organic Salads, from Vegetable Trays  to Power Greens and Single Serve Salads.

   

   A lot of our inspiration for these healthy products innovations comes from attending industry conferences, and this past weekend we participated in one of the biggest of the year — the PMA Fresh Summit, October 14-16 in Orlando, FL. We have a great presence at this year’s Summit, and were excited to show what we’ve been working on!

   

   Taylor Farms – Booth #2273

   

   We participated in the Fresh Ideas Showcases with a few of our innovative products:

   • “Certified Organic” showcase: Organic Chopped Salad Kits
   • “On the Go” showcase: Snack Trays
   • “Just 4 Kids” showcase: Pre washed and sliced apples

   

   We also co-sponsored PMA’s Refuel lounge, with Mission Produce, Sunmaid, and Ventura Foods.

   

   At the Taylor Farms Booth #2273, our team sampled a collection our our latest Chopped Salad Kits including:

   • Farmhouse Bacon Chopped Salad
   • Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Salad
   • Organic Asian Ginger Chopped Salad
   • Organic Toasted Sesame Chopped Salad
   • Organic Sriracha Ranch Chopped Salad

   PMA Fresh Summit was great success thanks to our outstanding team and we forward to 2017!

   

   Taylor Farms Team: Chris Dreier, Craig Enos, Kacie Vieth Ragsdale, CJ Given

   

   Taylor Farms Team: Rachel Molatore, Lisa Hearne, Danielle Charters, Tim Marcroft

   

   Taylor Farms Team: Danielle Charters, Katrina Gargiulo, Bethany Mercer, Debbie Andersen