Welcome to a space where public health takes root. It’s a celebration of what we plant, nurture, and share as a community committed to health and well-being.
At the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences, we believe public health starts in the places we live, learn, work, and grow. From the food on our tables to the systems that shape our daily lives, public health connects us all. That’s why we’ve created this garden-to-table collection featuring recipes from our faculty each inspired by the seeds we are distributing to the community.
Our recipes feature our seed packets featuring cucumbers, various peppers, tomatoes, and herbs.
Please note: This is just a selection of our esteemed faculty members. Those featured have made contributions to this recipe book.
Why It Matters: The Health Behind the Ingredients
Public Health Benefits of Home Gardening
Home gardening is more than a hobby—it’s a public health practice.
Gardening encourages physical activity, reduces stress, and provides access to fresh, affordable produce. It also fosters resilience in communities by improving food security and giving people more control over their nutrition. Growing food at home supports both physical and mental well-being while strengthening connections between individuals, families, and their environment.
If you would like to receive our printed recipe booklet, be sure to stop at our tabling events, or you can set a time to pick it up by calling 860-679-5470.
For more information send us an email at publichealth@uchc.edu
