The Best We Can Be – You’ll See

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You see … When we began our business operations in 1999, we did so with the intention of creating a lifestyle, building a legacy, and creating standards and expectations for our children as they grew up on the farm.  Sure, as the years passed, we continued to establish goals, create lasting memories, and completely enjoy […]

Fresh Soil + Fresh Starts + Rooted with Truth

There’s something deeply grounding about the first turn of the soil in spring. After months of rest under winter’s cover, the ground begins to stir. With each pass of the plow, cold, compacted soil gives way to rich, freshened earth—ready to support seeds and nourish new life. It’s a familiar rhythm for those of us […]

Seasons of Change, Challenges, & Creativity

The concept of creating a family business seemed simple.  Growing a few vegetables to sell alongside the road with an “honor system” payment structure back in 1999 is when it all began.  Wanting to teach and demonstrate some hard work ethic lessons to the newborn namesake of Emily’s Produce (Emily), while beginning a college fund […]

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil divided 4 pork chops Kosher salt and black pepper to taste 3/4 cup low sodium chicken stock 1 tsp Dijon mustard  1 Tbsp fresh sage chopped or 1tsp dried sage 1 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped or ½ tsp dried rosemary 1/2 tsp fresh thyme chopped or a pinch of […]

Thai Sweet Potato Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients 2 medium to large sweet potatoes 1 cauliflower OR 4 large carrots OR any veggies you have on hand (mushrooms, zucchini, broccoli, or squash also work well) 8 oz of your favorite ground meat (pork, chicken, turkey…) or firm tofu Bibb lettuce leaves 2 tbsp oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion onion […]

EAT LOCAL for a Healthy New Year

Eat LOCAL in 2023!   January is the time of year for new beginnings and fresh starts.  A simple way to start 2023 fresh, in the truest sense of the word, is to EAT LOCAL.  Eating local goes beyond visiting your favorite neighborhood restaurant (though we do encourage that option); eating local also means taking […]

Cheers to Drinking LOCAL – Beer Edition

Every beer, wine, and mead sold at Emily’s Produce contains at least one ingredient grown in the state of Maryland.  It does not get much more LOCAL than that! Here are some beer facts to help you navigate our large selection, and find your next favorite brew. 🍺Malt=Sweet; Hops=Bitter  While this is an oversimplification, in […]

Happy November, Friends!

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As we enter the Thanksgiving Season, it’s customary for our family to convey the overwhelming amount of gratitude that we have for the way in which you have supported our business throughout the year.  While in the past, we have conveyed these thoughts to you on Thanksgiving Day, we felt that it was necessary to […]

Meatloaf – Cooking Kit Recipe

Meatloaf made from Emily’s Own Beef takes comfort food to the next level. INGREDIENTS 1 lb. 90% lean ground beef 1 cup dried bread crumbs 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg beaten 2 tbsp. ketchup 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp. dried parsley leaves 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper For the Topping: 1/4 cup ketchup 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350 […]

Roasted Radishes

Roasting radishes turns their spicy, slightly bitter, raw flavor into slightly sweet, caramelized, melt in your mouth treats.  Try this recipe using Purple Ninja Radishes and Emily’s Own Local Flavored Butter. INGREDIENTS 2 bunches of radishes rinsed well and halved, quarter, sliced or shaved 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon thinly sliced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper […]