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Pasta with Kale and Mushrooms

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS Pasta of choice (enough to serve 4) Kale, one bunch, coarsely chopped (about 6–8 cups) 2 cups mushrooms, diced 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced (or more, to taste) 1–2 tablespoons olive oil 1–2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper Freshly grated parmesan or asiago cheese 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts [...]

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Potato-Fennel Gratin

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2–3 cups potatoes, thinly sliced, about 1/8-inch thick (peels are optional) 1 large or 2 small fennel bulbs 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup grated Gruyère, Cheddar, or Parmesan cheese 1 cup cream, half and half, or milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper A [...]

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Cabbage Farro Soup

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Recipe Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 pound pancetta or bacon (optional) 1 small yellow or white onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh sage, minced OR 1 teaspoon dried sage 1 cup farro or barley 1/2 lb. cabbage, cored and coarsely chopped 2 [...]

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Simple Roasted Cauliflower

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Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 4 cloves of garlic, minced 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 bunch parsley, chopped (optional) PREPARATION Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt pepper, and garlic. Place [...]

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Sweet Potato Gratin

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 3–4 cups sweet potatoes or yams, scrubbed and thinly sliced, about 1/8-inch thick (peels optional) 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup green onion, chopped (optional) 3/4 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4–1 cup Gruyère, Parmesan, or Cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup cream, half and half, or milk 1/2 teaspoon salt [...]

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Baked Spaghetti Squash

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons butter or margarine Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (optional) Fresh herb leaves (optional): 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped parsley, basil, savory, oregano, thyme, or a combination (start with a teaspoon and add more to taste). PREPARATION Preheat oven [...]

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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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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS Brussels sprouts Olive oil Salt and pepper Fresh crushed garlic (optional) Fresh grated Parmesan cheese (optional) PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. Rinse Brussels sprouts well, remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves, trim off the base, and slice in half. Toss sprouts in a bowl with enough olive oil to [...]

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Pasta with Peppers and Winter Squash

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups winter squash (butternut, acorn, delicata, etc.), peeled and cut into 3/4- to 1-inch dice 1/2 cup mild to medium heat peppers, cut lengthwise in 1/4-inch strips 1/4–1/2 cup onion, cut lengthwise in 1/4-inch strips 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon [...]

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Toasted Nut & Parsley Pesto

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Recipe courtesy of Annie Main at Good Humus Produce, courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 3 medium unpeeled garlic cloves 1 cup nuts: walnuts, almonds or any other nut 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves, washed and dried 7 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese PREPARATION Toast garlic in small dry skillet over [...]

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Pasta with Browned Sage Butter

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Adapted from a recipe by Mario Batali INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons butter 8 sage leaves, chopped Pasta of choice for 4 Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional) PREPARATION Boil pasta, using cooking instructions on package. When finished, remove from heat and drain, reserving some cooking water. [...]

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Quick Summer Squash Sauté With Almonds

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From SmittenKitchen.com, Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 2 tablespoons thinly sliced almonds 1-2 small summer squash cut into 1/8 inch matchsticks Salt and freshly ground pepper Few ounces Romano or parmesan cheese, in thin slices – a peeler works great for this PREPARATION Heat the oil [...]

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Roasted Cauliflower with Red Pepper–Basil Puree

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1 head of cauliflower, washed and cut in bite-size florets 1 red pepper, roasted (see below) 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for drizzling) 1/2 cup basil leaves, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional) PREPARATION Preheat oven to 450°F. Place [...]

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Zucchini Boats

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Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop  INGREDIENTS 3 zucchini, washed and sliced in half lengthwise 1/2 tablesoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tablesoon fresh thyme OR 1 teaspoon dried 1 egg 3/4 cup shredded cheddar 1/2 cup parmesan, divided 1 cups cooked brown rice 1/8 cup bread crumbs PREPARATION Preheat oven [...]

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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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Spinach Salad with Toasted Pecans

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Adapted from vinegartart.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch spinach, washed thoroughly and cut or torn into bite-size pieces 1 large or 2 small ripe pears and/or apples 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 cup shaved or freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted (see Cook’s note) [...]

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Celery Root Soup

Adapted from Bon Appétit INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter 2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) peeled celery root, from one 3/4-lb celery root 1 apple (3/4 cup) peeled, cored, and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes 2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 1 medium onion, peeled and coarsely chopped 4 cups broth (chicken or vegetable) 1/4 [...]

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Zucchini Boats

Adapted from www.chow.com INGREDIENTS 2–3 finely chopped shallots 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 2–3 medium zucchini, ends trimmed Mushrooms Cherry tomatoes Bell peppers 1/2 tablespoon basil 1/4 tablespoon oregano 1/4 cup parmesan cheese PREPARATION Cut squash in half lengthwise. With small melon baller, start about 1/2 inch from end and scoop out middle of [...]

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Pasta with Leeks and Cabbage

Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1 pound of pasta shells 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 cups coarsely chopped cabbage 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper 1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary (or thyme) 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley 1/4 cup grated parmesan PREPARATION Cook pasta according to [...]

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Rapini-Stuffed Banana Peppers

Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of rapini, washed and tough stems removed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic, chopped (add more if you like) 2 slices bread 1/4 cup milk 1 cup grated fontina cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper [...]

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Balsamic-Marinated Radicchio and Rapini

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 head radicchio, cut into 2 inch wedges 1 bunch of rapini, rinsed, ends removed and cut into 2 to 3 inch pieces 1/2 cup parsley, stems removed, and finely chopped 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar 4 garlic cloves, peeled, and minced finely 1/2 teaspoon salt [...]

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