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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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Summer Veggie Ragout

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 cup eggplant, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes (Note: very small eggplant may be left unpeeled) 1 cup zucchini or other summer squash, cut into ¾-inch cubes 1 cup sweet pepper and/or tomato, de-seeded and diced 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced (red, white, or yellow) 2 cloves garlic, [...]

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Wheat Berry Salad

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 cups cooked wheat berries (cooking instructions below) 1–2 cups mixed veggies of choice: shaved or thinly sliced fennel bulb, chopped garlic scapes, chopped bell pepper, diced cucumber, grated carrots, etc. (see Cook’s note) 2 tablespoons minced onion 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to [...]

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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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Asian-Style Asparagus

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Adapted from seriouseats.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch asparagus, cut ends snapped off 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari sauce 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil 2 drops chili oil (or a pinch cayenne powder) 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (toasted if preferred) PREPARATION Cut asparagus into 2-inch pieces on the diagonal. Bring a pot of water to boil. [...]

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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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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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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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