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Great Ingredients

GREAT INGREDIENTS is produced by Rocky Mountain PBS for the curious eater. Join Grocer Pete Marczyk on a fun and sometimes wacky adventure as he explores the origins and uses of some of his favorite ingredients. From high altitude peaches to free range chickens, learn what makes an ingredient great.

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Backyard Bees

Season 1 Episode 108 | 8m 8s

This ingredient is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Join grocer and explorer, Pete Marczyk, as he visits with Denver Urban Homesteading's James Bertini and learns the benefits of backyard bee keeping!

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