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Braised Bok Choy with Tomatoes and Gruyere

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Adapted from eatingwell.com INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 head bok choy, trimmed and thinly sliced 3/4–1 cup tomatoes, chopped 1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted, coarsely chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 slices whole grain country bread, toasted and finely chopped 1/3 cup finely shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese [...]

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Classic Mashed Potatoes

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS Yukon Gold potatoes Butter Cream, half-and-half, or milk Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Scrub potatoes and cut into 1- or 2-inch chunks (peels are optional). Place in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until fork tender, 10–15 minutes [...]

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Roasted Cranberry Sauce

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By Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 bag cranberries 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary, sage, thyme, or a combo Juice of 1 orange Grated zest of one orange PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss cranberries with sugar, oil, and fresh herbs. Put on a rimmed baking dish [...]

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Mushroom Penne Pasta

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 pound penne pasta (16 ounces) 1 1/2–2 cups mushrooms, gently washed and chopped into bite-size pieces 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter White wine 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste Fresh flat-leaf parsley or [...]

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Cauliflower Gratin

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets, steamed for five minutes 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Put the cauliflower into a casserole dish. Cover with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Bake until breadcrumbs are browned and [...]

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Winter Squash Season!

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’Tis the season for delicious winter squash–infused victuals! These versatile gourds, such as pumpkins, kabocha, acorn, and butternut squash, can be used in a whole slew of delicious seasonal recipes, many of which start with squash puree. Following are instructions for a simple Roasted Winter Squash Puree, along with 3 of our favorite ways to [...]

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Pasta with Pumpkin Sauce

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Adapted from marthastewart.com INGREDIENTS 8 ounces penne or other short pasta 1 cup roasted pumpkin puree 1 cup veggie broth (or reserved pasta water) 1/2 cup half-and-half (regular, fat-free, or vegan) 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh herb options (choose one) • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, sage, or oregano, chopped; OR: • 2 tablespoons fresh basil [...]

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Cilantro Pesto Pasta

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Adapted from allrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 package of pasta (16 oz) 1 bunch fresh cilantro 3–4 cloves garlic, minced 2–3 shallots, finely chopped 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 cup walnuts, pecans, or toasted pine nuts 1/2 cup olive oil Salt to taste PREPARATION Bring a large [...]

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Herbed Potato Salad

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 1/2–2 cups potatoes, cut in bite-sized chunks (peels are optional) 1/4 cup chopped fresh herb leaves (dill, basil, mint, parsley, etc.) 2 tablespoons red onion or shallot, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard Salt and black pepper to [...]

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Potato and Onion Gratin

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Recipe by Tanya Milosevich INGREDIENTS 2–3 cups potatoes, scrubbed and thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, sage, or dill leaves, chopped 1 cup Gruyère or sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup cream, half and half, or milk Salt and pepper Butter Fresh herb sprigs as a garnish [...]

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Garlic Scape Pesto

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Adapted from doriegreenspan.com INGREDIENTS 10 garlic scapes, finely chopped 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/3 cup slivered almonds 1/2 cup olive oil Pinch of salt PREPARATION Put garlic scapes, 1/3 cup of the cheese, the slivered almonds, and olive oil in a food processor (a blender or mortar and pestle may also be used). [...]

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Fresh Citrus Granita

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 cup fresh citrus juice (orange, grapefruit, tangerine, etc.) Equal parts sugar and water, 2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup (depending on preferred level of sweetness or types of citrus used) 2 teaspoons citrus zest PREPARATION In a small saucepan, heat the water and sugar until the sugar is completely [...]

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Spinach 3 Ways!

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Popeye had the right idea. An average-size bunch of spinach (340g) contains high levels of iron, calcium, folate, dietary fiber, and vitamin C, and its levels of vitamins A and K are off the charts. However, instead of chowing down Popeye-style on spinach from a can, we suggest trying the three easy, basic recipes below [...]

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Pasta With Leeks and Fresh Herbs

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Adapted from a recipe by Mark Bittman INGREDIENTS 3 big or 4 medium leeks, white and very light green parts only 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or butter 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 red bell pepper or 1 large tomato, minced (optional) 1 pound capellini, spaghetti, [...]

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Braised Leeks with Lemon

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 3–4 small or medium leeks 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest PREPARATION Remove tough outer leaves from leeks, trim ends, and cut off most of dark green leaves (leaving white and light green parts), then cut lengthwise into halves or quarters. In a shallow [...]

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Easy Apple Crumble

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Adapted from bettycrocker.com INGREDIENTS 4 medium apples, sliced—around 4 cups (see Cook’s note) 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup oats 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) butter, softened 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Heavy cream or ice cream (optional) PREPARATION Heat [...]

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Stuffed Anaheim Peppers

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Adapted from cdkitchen.com INGREDIENTS 4 Anaheim peppers, stems removed 1/2 cup cooked rice (white, long grain, or brown) 1/4 cup medium or hot salsa 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, finely shredded, split in half 1/2 cup beans (pinto or black), rinsed and drained Fresh chopped cilantro (optional) PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring a quart of [...]

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Quince Cranberry Sauce

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 2 large quinces 1 pint fresh cranberries 4 cups water 1  1/2 cups sugar PREPARATION Carefully peel, quarter, and core quinces, then cut quarters into 1/4-inch pieces. Bring water and sugar to a boil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then add quince and simmer, partially covered, [...]

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Potato Radish Salad

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Adapted from foodandspice.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 3–4 medium potatoes (with skins), quartered lengthwise 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced 1/2–3/4 cup young celery, diced (optional) 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (or thinly sliced green onions or minced shallots) Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons [...]

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Radicchio & Romaine Salad

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Recipe by Karla Milosevich INGREDIENTS 1 head romaine lettuce 1 head radicchio 1 apple or pear (or a combination), thinly sliced Chopped nuts (walnuts and pecans work quite well) to taste (optional) Crumbled cheese (gorgonzola, bleu, or goat cheese) to taste (optional) Dressing: Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Wash romaine [...]

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Broccoli with Sesame and Scallions

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Adapted from food.com INGREDIENTS 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets 2 garlic cloves, minced 3–4 scallions, minced 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame seeds PREPARATION Place broccoli florets in a steamer basket over 1 inch of boiling water. Steam the broccoli until bright green and crisp-tender (don’t overcook!). While [...]

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Quinoa With Mushrooms, Kale, and Yams or Sweet Potatoes

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Adapted from realsimple.com INGREDIENTS 1 cup quinoa 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 small yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 pound) 10 oz button mushrooms, quartered (about 3 cups) 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 bunch kale (washed well), stems discarded, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces 3/4 cup dry white [...]

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Raw Beet Salad with Apples and Cheese

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Adapted from Cook with Jamie by Jamie Oliver INGREDIENTS 4 beets, washed, peeled, and cut into matchsticks (aka, julienned) 2 green apples, (peeled or not—your preference), cored, and cut into matchsticks 7 ounces goat, feta, or gorgonzola cheese 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon white balsamic or white wine vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil Salt [...]

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Fried Green Tomatoes & Sweet Peppers

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Adapted from southernfood.about.com INGREDIENTS 2–3 green tomatoes 2–3 Italian sweet red peppers or 1 large red bell pepper Salt and pepper 1 egg, beaten (optional; may also add a splash of milk or buttermilk) All-purpose flour (optional) Cornmeal or other coating (see Cook’s note) Vegetable oil or bacon grease PREPARATION Slice tomatoes into 1/4–1/2-inch slices; [...]

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Stuffed Sweet Dumpling Squash

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Adapted from fromaliceskitchen.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 2 sweet dumpling squash 1/4 cup shelled pistachio nuts or toasted pecans, chopped 1/2–3/4 cup sweet peppers, diced 1/3 cup onion or shallots 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small stalk of celery, diced (optional) 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1/4 cup chopped dried dates, [...]

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Potato Sorrel Soup

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Recipe courtesy of Red Wing Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes, small dice or slices 2–3 cups sorrel leaves, washed and roughly chopped 2–3 cloves garlic, peeled 2–3 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves or a few sprigs fresh thyme, chopped 3 cups vegetable stock Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste PREPARATION In [...]

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“Beetza!”

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Adapted from afarmerinthedell.com INGREDIENTS Pizza dough (enough for a large pizza) 2–3 beets, boiled with skins left on 1 small bunch (1–2 cups) kale or collard greens, stems removed, leaves torn or chopped into bite-sized pieces 1/2 cup goat cheese, plus extra for crumbling 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 teaspoon salt [...]

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Roasted Tomatillo Sauce

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Adapted from Joy of Cooking, 75th Anniversary Edition INGREDIENTS 3–4 tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and halved 2–3 tomatoes, halved 1 jalapeño pepper, halved and seeded 2–3 shallots, halved 6 cloves of garlic Several collard leaves 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3/4 cup vegetable broth, more as needed Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Preheat oven to [...]

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Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

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Adapted from foodnetwork.com INGREDIENTS 2 sweet potatoes, even in size and scrubbed 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, room temperature 1 ounce cream cheese, room temperature 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8  teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger Salt and freshly ground black pepper PREPARATION Preheat oven to 375 degrees fahrehneit. Place [...]

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Beets and Greens

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Adapted from simplyrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 2-3 beets 1 bunch of collard greens 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1 strip of thick cut bacon, chopped 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 large garlic clove, minced 3/4 cup of water 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/6 cup of cider vinegar PREPARATION Wash the greens [...]

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Stuffed Tomatoes with Peaches, Cucumbers, and Basil

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Adapted from marthastewart.com INGREDIENTS 2 medium tomatoes 1 peach, pitted and cut into 1/2 inch pieces 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and cut into ½ inch pieces (1 1/3 cups) 1 cup corn kernels 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup shredded basil leaves [...]

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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower with Nectarines

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Adapted from vegetablematter.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 2 teaspoons turmeric 1/2 teaspoon red pepper 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 nectarine, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 cup cilantro Salt to taste Greek yogurt, [...]

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Tomato and Grilled Eggplant Salad

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Adapted from food.com INGREDIENTS Dressing: 3/4 tablespoons red wine vinegar 3/4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 3/4 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 garlic clove, minced Salad: Olive oil 1 cup baby leeks, cut into 1/4 inch rounds 1 eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch rounds 4-5 [...]

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Irene Hits Farms

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By Pia Hinckle While damage varied from state to state and even within the same county, Tropical Storm Irene hit many farms from North Carolina to Vermont hard. Growers reported everything from flooded fields and broken trees to collapsed sheds and damaged fruit. Unrepaired roads, washed out bridges and power outages still occurring in some [...]

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Foods that Cool

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Eat to Fight the Heat By Nicole Laverty, Registered Dietician Courtesy of mannapa.org Record temperatures and humidity across the country has made getting cool the name of the game.  While there is always air conditioning, the pool, or the good old-fashioned fan, there are other options to stay comfortable.  What you eat and drink can [...]

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Easy Roasted Root Veggies

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Recipe by Tanya Milosevich INGREDIENTS 1 bunch baby carrots 3–5 radishes, sliced in half 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper 1–2 sprigs fresh thyme or dill, roughly chopped PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss veggies with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes or until [...]

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Quinoa with Red Chard and Silver Dollar Mushrooms

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Adapted from seriouseats.com INGREDIENTS 1 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound red chard, chopped Small pinch red pepper flakes (to taste) 1 clove garlic, sliced 12 ounces silver dollar mushrooms, sliced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1/2 ounce Parmesan cheese shavings (carefully use a vegetable peeler) PREPARATION Combine the quinoa is a saucepan [...]

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Blueberry Zucchini Bread

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Adapted from allrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 pint fresh blueberries 2 cups zucchini, shredded 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups sugar 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup vegetable oil (see Cook’s note) 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon cinnamon PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease [...]

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Green Beans and Zucchini with Shallots

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Adapted from planetgreen.com INGREDIENTS 2 zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise then into 1/2-inch slices 2 cups green beans, washed, trimmed, and cut or torn into bite-size pieces 2–3 shallots, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup veggie broth 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt (start with a couple pinches and add more to taste) Long [...]

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Cucumber-Tomatillo Salsa

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  Adapted from starlitecuisine.com INGREDIENTS 1 cucumber, peeled, seeds removed, and chopped into small dice 1/2 medium onion, chopped 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 large garlic clove, chopped 2 tomatillos, chopped 1 small jalapeño chili, seeds removed, and minced (optional) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro A couple pinches of salt Sugar (optional) PREPARATION In [...]

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Grilled Vegetable Marinade

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Adapted from food.com INGREDIENTS Mixed vegetables: zucchini, shallots, tomatoes, etc. 2/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup minced shallot 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper PREPARATION Prep vegetables for grilling, keeping pieces large enough to work on grill or [...]

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Spicy Basil Tofu with Green Beans

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Adapted from shespillsthebeans.com INGREDIENTS 1 pound extra-firm tofu, blotted dry and cubed or crumbled 2–3 cups of green beans, cut or snapped into bite-sized pieces 1 cup onion, chopped 3–4 medium garlic cloves, minced 2 fresh chilis, stemmed, seeded, and minced, preferably red Thai chilis (see Cook’s note) 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari 2 tablespoons [...]

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Fava Bean Crostini with Garlic Scape Pesto

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Adapted from kitchenlife.com INGREDIENTS 1 baguette 1/2 to 1 pound fava beans 2–3 tablespoons olive oil (depending on amount of favas) 1–2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (depending on amount of favas) 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Pinch of freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon finely chopped mint leaves 3–5 garlic scapes, finely chopped 1/4 cup [...]

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Orange, Fennel, and Kale Salad

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Adapted from rawfoodrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 medium bunch kale 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon fresh orange zest 1 large or 2 small fennel bulbs, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fennel leaves, chopped Pinch nutmeg 1 orange, peeled, seeded, and chopped 8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 3/4 teaspoon sea salt Sesame [...]

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Baby Zucchini Sauté

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 1 pound baby zucchini, halved lengthwise, each half cut lengthwise into 3 wedges 1  1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil 8 zucchini squash blossoms 3 tablespoons butter, divided Sea salt to taste PREPARATION Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini, and sauté until tender but still [...]

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Hartland Cherries: Kauffman’s Fruit Farm

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By Heidi Lewis How many people say “worth two in the bush!” when they enter the town limits of Bird-in-Hand in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania? We don’t know, but FruitGuys buyer Jessica says it when she heads to Bird-in-Hand to talk with Kauffman’s Fruit Farm about their summer fruit. Kauffman’s Fruit Farm was started in 1911 by Amos Kauffman [...]

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Curried Carrot, Sweet Potato, and Ginger Soup

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Adapted from myrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 2 cups peeled, cubed sweet potato (1/2-inch cubes) 1 cup sliced carrots (1/4-inch rounds), peeled or not, depending on preference 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger 2 teaspoons canola oil 1/2 cup chopped shallots 1 teaspoon curry powder (or a bit more if you like a stronger curry flavor) 2–3 cups veggie [...]

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Cucumber Apple Slaw

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Adapted from realsimple.com INGREDIENTS 1 small cucumber, cut into matchsticks 1 apple, cored and cut into matchsticks 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced 1/4 cup plain yogurt 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt PREPARATION In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Add cucumber, apple, and celery, [...]

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Beet and Mizuna Salad

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 pound beets (about 3 medium-sized beets) 1 small bunch mizuna 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled (optional) PREPARATION Peel beets and cut into 1/2-inch wedges. In a steamer set over [...]

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Garlicky Snow Peas

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Adapted from Seasonal Ontario Food (cooking blog) INGREDIENTS Sauce 1 teaspoon arrowroot or corn starch 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari 1/2 teaspoon finely grated ginger 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons water Scapes and Snow Peas 1 cup snow peas, topped and tailed 1/2 cup garlic scapes, about 5–6 scapes 1 tablespoon olive [...]

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Easy Beets and Cilantro

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Adapted from Seasonal Eating (cooking blog) INGREDIENTS Grated beets, 1 to 1  1/2 cups 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup water PREPARATION Peel the beets and coarsely grate them. Heat the oil in a pan set over [...]

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Rhubarb, Strawberry, and Peach Compote

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Adapted from Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone INGREDIENTS 2–3 stalks rhubarb, cut into 1/2 inch lengths (approximately 2 cups) 1/3 cup sugar Pinch of ground cloves Grated zest and juice from one orange 1 pint strawberries, sliced in half 1–2 peaches, sliced PREPARATION Toss the rhubarb with the sugar, ground cloves, and orange zest and juice, [...]

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Lamb’s Quarters and Arugula Frittata

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Adapted from thelambsquarter.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup lamb’s quarters, chopped 1/2 cup arugula, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 5–6 eggs, beaten 1 cup grated mild white cheese (provolone, Monterey Jack, or fontina) Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste PREPARATION Wash and dry the lamb’s quarters and arugula thoroughly. Chop the greens [...]

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Roasted Asparagus, Tomatoes, and Onions

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Adapted from myrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch asparagus 1/2 onion, peeled and carefully sliced into 1/4-inch rounds 1 small basket grape or cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Snap off tough ends of asparagus and discard. Combine in [...]

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Butterhead Lettuce, Peach, and Goat Cheese Salad

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Adapted from And All The Trimmings food blog INGREDIENTS Salad 1 head butterhead lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces 1 peach, sliced 1-2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped 4 ounces goat cheese 1/2 cup walnuts, lightly toasted Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Dressing 1/3 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon [...]

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Roasted Turnips and Yukon Gold Potatoes

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Adapted from likesprinkles.wordpress.com INGREDIENTS 2–3 medium-size turnips 3–4 Yukon gold potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried) Salt and freshly ground black pepper PREPARATION Preheat oven to 450°F. Peel turnips. Cut turnips and potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Toss with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Transfer to a [...]

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Apple Mint Salad

mint_tips

Adapted from Chef Eric Skokan INGREDIENTS 6 tablespoons lemon juice 1 quart water 2 apples 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup finely slivered mint leaves Salt to taste Lettuce leaves, rinsed and crisped Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish PREPARATION In a medium sized bowl, mix lemon juice with 1 [...]

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Grilled Portobello and Apple Salad

sliced_portobello

Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 portobello mushrooms, sliced about 1/2 inch thick 1 fuji apple, cut into 1/2 inch wedges 1/4 cup olive oil 1 sprig rosemary Salt and pepper 2 cups lettuce Rosemary-orange vinaigrette Zest of one orange 3 tablespoons orange juice Rosemary-flavored olive oil (see preparation instructions) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 [...]

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Really Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Turnovers

rhubarb turnovers

By Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1 cup rhubarb, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 cup strawberries, cut in half 3/4 cup sugar 1 sheet frozen puff pastry Powdered sugar PREPARATION Defrost puff pastry on a floured surface for about 40 minutes at room temperature. Preheat oven to 400 F. Put rhubarb, strawberries and sugar in [...]

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Sweet and Sour Rhubarb Compote

rhubarb compote

By Delilah’s Farm Report This is a great accompaniment to chicken or pork, or can be served with rice or other grains. INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup onion, sliced ¼ inch thick and 1 inch long 1/2 cup red pepper, sliced ¼ inch thick and 1 inch long 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 [...]

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Roasted Orange Cauliflower

roasted Cauliflower

Adapted from Bon Appetit INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small shallot, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange peel 1/3 cup fresh squeezed orange juice Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional) PREPARATION Preheat the [...]

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Minty Peas

pea puree

Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups English Peas, shelled 6 mint or basil leaves, torn fresh ground pepper salt water *Bowl of ice water for blanching Procedure Shell the peas: Break off the stem and pull the fibrous string down the length of the pod. Press each [...]

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Roasted Asparagus with Poached Egg

poached egg asparagus

Recipe courtesy of fortheloveofcooking-recipes.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 5 spears of asparagus, ends trimmed 1/2 teaspoon olive oil 1 egg Parmesan cheese, shaved Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 1 teaspoon vinegar PREPARATION Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a small baking dish, add the olive oil and the asparagus and toss to coat. Sprinkle the [...]

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Dandelion Green Salad with Raspberries

raspberries

Adapted from Cooking Light SALAD INGREDIENTS 1 bunch dandelion greens, roughly chopped 1 small bunch spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup fresh raspberries, rinsed and halved 1 small pear or apple, thinly sliced 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped 1/4 cup scallions, sliced into 1/8 inch thick slices 1/3 cup crumbly cheese, such as gorganzola or [...]

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Smothered Yellow Squash with Basil

yellow_squash

Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 1  1/2 medium yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/8-inch thick slices 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped basil PREPARATION In a heavy skillet set over medium-high heat, cook the squash in two stages [...]

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Warm Mushroom Salad with Hazelnuts and Pecorino

crimini_mushrooms

Adapted from smittenkitchen.com INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup hazelnuts 1 tablespoon diced shallots 1 tablespoon sherry or white wine vinegar 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 6 ounces salad greens like frise, arugula, or a mix of your choice 1  1/2 cups crimini mushrooms, chopped in half 1/3 cup mix of herbs like basil, chives, tarragon, [...]

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Potato and Cucumber Salad

potato-cuke_salad

Adapted from food.com INGREDIENTS 3 cups potatoes, peeled, diced (approx. 3/4-inch), and boiled until just fork-tender 1/2 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon green garlic, minced 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon basil fresh, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried) 2–3 tablespoons plain yogurt 1 tablespoon wine vinegar 1–2 teaspoons of mustard 1/2 [...]

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Sautéed Kale with Green Garlic

kale_sauteed

Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of kale 2 tablespoons green garlic, minced 1 medium onion (or half a large onion), chopped 1 tablespoon of olive oil Vegetable broth Salt and pepper PREPARATION Wash greens well and tear or chop into bite-size pieces. Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat and [...]

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Caramelized Onions

caramelized onions

Adapted from foodnetwork.com INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, very thinly sliced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper PREPARATION In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. [...]

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Mushroom Tomato Frittata

fritatta

Adapted from whfoods.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 medium onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoons vegetable or chicken broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup thinly sliced white mushrooms 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 3 large eggs Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste PREPARATION Chop the onions [...]

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Pea Shoot and Radish Sandwich

sliced_radish

Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 handful of pea shoots, rinsed and dried 3 radishes, thinly sliced into rounds 1 teaspoon brown mustard 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 2 slices of hearty, whole grain or multigrain bread PREPARATION In a small bowl mix the cream cheese and mustard [...]

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Kumquat Chutney

sliced_kumquat

Adapted from citronetvanille.com INGREDIENTS 1 package kumquats (approximately 20, or 8 oz.), cut into small pieces. 1 small onion, finely chopped 2–4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 4 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons vinegar, preferably an herb or fruit vinegar 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder 1 star anise (or substitute 1/2 teaspoon of [...]

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Chioggia Beets and Wine

chioggia beets

Adapted from RecipeTips.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 pound of beets, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces (yields approximately 1 cup) 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice (cara cara or tangelo will work nicely) 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon [...]

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Confetti Salad

confetti_salad_fixins

Adapted from Chef Kemi Nekvapil INGREDIENTS 1 apple on the tart side, preferably Granny Smith 2 medium carrots or 6 baby carrots 1 zucchini 1/2 red onion 1/2 cup parsley 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons herbed vinegar or apple cider vinegar Juice from 1/2 a lemon 1 tablespoon grated ginger 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 [...]

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Glazed Radishes

watermelon radish

Adapted from Gourmet Magazine INGREDIENTS 1 bunch radishes, rinsed and trimmed (cut large radishes in half; small radishes may be left whole) 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon minced parsley leaves Water, enough to just cover the radishes PREPARATION In a heavy saucepan wide enough to hold the radishes in [...]

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Roman Style Polenta and Spinach

polenta

Adapted from seriouseat.com INGREDIENTS Polenta 1 cup polenta* 4 1/2 cups water 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano to taste Spinach 1 bunch spinach, thoroughly rinsed 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced 1/3 cup raisins or currants 1/4 cup pine nuts 1 tablespoon olive oil PREPARATION Bring the water to a boil [...]

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Mediterranean Summer Squash

summer_squash

Adapted from tasteofhome.com INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small yellow summer squash, thinly sliced 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced 1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper PREPARATION Heat the olive oil in [...]

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