Peppers were chosen as the cover photo for the VT Fresh 2025 calendar.

As we turn the page to a new year, we have the opportunity to reflect. To think about the goals and dreams we wish to pursue, the practices we want to continue, and the changes we’d like to embrace. Whether you’re beginning 2025 with a fresh start or a gentle adjustment, we hope this calendar will spark your culinary creativity and add delight to your meals throughout the year.

Sharing recipes is just one of the many ways Vermont Foodbank works towards our vision of a Vermont where everyone:

  • has equitable access to enough nourishing food every day
  • takes action to eliminate hunger and poverty
  • has what they need to thrive

Whether you love to cook or are just starting out, we invite you to explore more recipes, as well as kitchen tips and tricks, in our VT Fresh recipes area. From our VT Fresh webpages, you can also sign up to become a Recipe Tester and receive monthly recipes directly to your inbox.

Wishing you a bright and flavorful new year!
Vermont Foodbank Team

Photo of bowl of Creamy Curry Sweet Potato Soup

January

Warmly spiced with a delicate sweetness, Creamy Curry Sweet Potato Soup is a yummy bowl of deliciousness.

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Photo of radish wedges tossed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper

February

Purple daikon and watermelon radishes pair up in this beautiful roasted radish dish.

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White bowl with whole white potatoes, and bunch of garlic scapes curled on top.

March

Vermont “Champ” is a creamy mashed potato dish with the addition of garlic scapes. Disclaimer; this dish does not contain actual lake monster.

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Close up, red baking dish with baked honey parsnips with serving spoon.

April

This recipe is simple and delicious, even for those who don’t normally like parsnips!

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Bunch of asparagus, head of garlic, half lemon, ginger root on cutting board.

May

The minimal prep and cook time make it convenient; the flavor makes it a winner!

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3 mason jars filled with cucumbers, dill, garlic, red pepper flakes, sugar and garlic.

June

Feeling pickle-ish? Make your own with this easy recipe.

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July

Oh my gosh, it’s summer squash!

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August

Bursting with blueberries, easy to make and no baking required. Perfect!

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Photo of Bowl filled with peppers and onions

September

This classic recipe welcomes you to the kitchen with an enticing sizzle and fragrant aroma.

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Delicata Squash Smiles Roasted Plated with Parsley on blue plate

October

This creamy, sweet squash is absolutely delicious and will bring a smile to your plate.

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Photo of bowl of Cheesy Cheddar Corn recipe made with canned corn.

November

Husk a move, be a-maize-ing and say Cheesy Cheddar Corn.

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Photo of basket of green beans and basket of yellow beans

December

If you are looking to bring the flavor to your meal, our recipe for Asian-Inspired Sautéed Green Beans & Onions will not let you down!

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  • Across the state, the Foodbank is sharing recipes and cooking demonstrations with visitors at fresh produce distributions. Together, we’re making sure more people in Vermont can bring home the fresh food they want and need, along with information on how to prepare and enjoy it.

  • The start of a new year offers us a chance to pause and reflect. It is a time to consider goals and dreams, practices we wish to continue, changes we’d like to make, and accomplishments we want to work toward.