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Beans and Greens with Herbed Polenta

Beans and Greens with Herbed Polenta

Beans and Greens with Herbed Polenta

Beans and Greens with Herbed Polenta

Polenta 1 ½ cups coarse yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (rosemary and parsley are especially good) 4 cups hot water Beans and Greens 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 ½ cups chopped onions 3 cups chopped Swiss chard, kale, or spinach, or a combination 1… Read More »

Polenta 1 ½ cups coarse yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (rosemary and parsley are especially good) 4 cups hot water Beans and Greens 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 ½ cups chopped onions 3 cups chopped Swiss chard, kale, or spinach, or a combination 1… Read More »

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches

Cucumber Sandwiches

Something light and cool for a simple snack, appetizer or lunch. 1 8 oz. carton spreadable cream cheese 2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix or a mix of your own fresh herbs 12 slices pumpernickel rye bread or your favorite 2 to 3 medium cucumbers In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing mix.… Read More »

Something light and cool for a simple snack, appetizer or lunch. 1 8 oz. carton spreadable cream cheese 2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix or a mix of your own fresh herbs 12 slices pumpernickel rye bread or your favorite 2 to 3 medium cucumbers In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing mix.… Read More »

Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed Cauliflower

Cauliflower, another cruciferous vegetable is in the same plant family as broccoli, cabbage and kale. Keep the cauliflower in an open plastic bag, stem side down to prevent moisture from pooling on the florets. Wash cauliflower just before serving. Cauliflower should be prepared with in the first 3 days after pick-up. If you are not… Read More »

Cauliflower, another cruciferous vegetable is in the same plant family as broccoli, cabbage and kale. Keep the cauliflower in an open plastic bag, stem side down to prevent moisture from pooling on the florets. Wash cauliflower just before serving. Cauliflower should be prepared with in the first 3 days after pick-up. If you are not… Read More »

Roast Chicken with Thyme and Onions

Roast Chicken with Thyme and Onions

Roast Chicken with Thyme and Onions

Roast Chicken with Thyme and Onions

Thyme Plants Some of you will have thyme in your shares this week. Thyme is a perennial of the mint family. The leaves are the tiniest of all the herbs you will receive. Depending on the variety the plant can grow tall or it can grow close to the ground as a ground cover. In… Read More »

Thyme Plants Some of you will have thyme in your shares this week. Thyme is a perennial of the mint family. The leaves are the tiniest of all the herbs you will receive. Depending on the variety the plant can grow tall or it can grow close to the ground as a ground cover. In… Read More »

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil, and Penne

Peas with Shrimp, Basil and Penne 1-1/2 lb. shrimp (21 to 25 per lb.), peeled, deveined, and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 5 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs. finely grated lemon zest Kosher salt 1-1/2 cups fresh shelled peas (about 1-1/2 lb. unshelled) 3/4 lb. dried penne Freshly ground black… Read More »

Peas with Shrimp, Basil and Penne 1-1/2 lb. shrimp (21 to 25 per lb.), peeled, deveined, and cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 5 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1 Tbs. finely grated lemon zest Kosher salt 1-1/2 cups fresh shelled peas (about 1-1/2 lb. unshelled) 3/4 lb. dried penne Freshly ground black… Read More »

Asparagus and Mushroom Salad

Asparagus and Mushroom Salad

Asparagus and Mushroom Salad

Asparagus and Mushroom Salad

1 pound asparagus 1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley and chives 1 cup arugula 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste) Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 small garlic clove, minced or pureed 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 ounce slivered Parmesan Steam… Read More »

1 pound asparagus 1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley and chives 1 cup arugula 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste) Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 small garlic clove, minced or pureed 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 ounce slivered Parmesan Steam… Read More »

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

5 Simple Steps for Making Vegetable Stock from Scratch:

Step 1. Whenever you prepare food, save your preferred scraps (see “Keep” and “Avoid” lists below). Store in a gallon freezer bag or storage container in your freezer, adding additional scraps as acquired. Step 2. When the container is full, put the frozen scraps in a big soup pot with some seasonings (see list below)… Read More »

Step 1. Whenever you prepare food, save your preferred scraps (see “Keep” and “Avoid” lists below). Store in a gallon freezer bag or storage container in your freezer, adding additional scraps as acquired. Step 2. When the container is full, put the frozen scraps in a big soup pot with some seasonings (see list below)… Read More »

Simple Spaghetti with Garlic & Olive Oil

Simple Spaghetti with Garlic & Olive Oil

Simple Spaghetti with Garlic & Olive Oil

Simple Spaghetti with Garlic & Olive Oil

Well known as “Aglio e Olio” When I have fresh garlic from the farm I want to really taste it in a most “simple” Italian recipe. 3/4 pound thin linguini or spaghetti 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste 3 T cup… Read More »

Well known as “Aglio e Olio” When I have fresh garlic from the farm I want to really taste it in a most “simple” Italian recipe. 3/4 pound thin linguini or spaghetti 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste 3 T cup… Read More »

Summer Bean Salad

Summer Bean Salad

Summer Bean Salad

Summer Bean Salad

We will have green beans, wax beans and Italian beans all summer long.  This recipe with the variations can be adapted to any bean combination. 1 lb of beans 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced salt & pepper to taste This is a very… Read More »

We will have green beans, wax beans and Italian beans all summer long.  This recipe with the variations can be adapted to any bean combination. 1 lb of beans 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced salt & pepper to taste This is a very… Read More »