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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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Mediterranean Rye Berries

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Recipe by Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup diced onion 1/4 cup diced carrot 2 tablespoons diced celery 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano 2/3 cup rye berries 1 3/4 cups vegetable stock or water 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated [...]

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Sautéed Pea Tendrils

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 cups pea tendrils, roughly chopped 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced 1–2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) PREPARATION In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic for less [...]

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Hearty Greens with Quick-Pickled Watermelon Radish

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Adapted from thekitchn.com INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup white wine vinegar 1/4 cup sugar Kosher salt Watermelon radishes, 1 large or 2 small (can also substitute regular radishes) Hearty greens, 1 medium bunch (collards, kale, chard, or mature spinach), about 6–8 cups chopped 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons toasted pumpkin seed oil (if unavailable, [...]

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Potato Classics

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The ultimate comfort food, potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies around! They’re surprisingly nutritious too. For example, a medium-sized baked potato with skin has around 28% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin C, 27% DV for vitamin B6, 26% of potassium, 15% of dietary fiber, and about 10% of protein. They can [...]

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Sweet Potato Biscuits

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato (see Cook’s note) 6 tablespoons melted butter, divided 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder Pinch salt 1/4 cup milk PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potato with 4 [...]

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Uses for Fresh Mint

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Fresh mint is a delicious addition to many dishes and beverages. It can be used for: Fresh mint tea Mint ice cubes (to use in drinks) Muddled in beverages Roasted with root veggies Raita (Indian mint yogurt) Tabouleh (Middle Eastern salad) Dressings, sauces, and salads (as an accent) Mint cookies Chocolate-mint cheesecake Mint-chocolate ”bark“ Whipped [...]

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Winter Salad with Apples, Carrots, and Roasted Beets

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 3 small or 2 large beets, roasted and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (see Cook’s note) 2 medium apples, cored and thinly sliced 2 medium carrots, shredded Salad greens (optional) Dressing: 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, or balsamic vinegar (more or less to taste) 1 [...]

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Potato-Mushroom Hash

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes in 1/2-inch dice 1 cup mushrooms in 1-inch dice 1/2 cup onion in 1/2-inch dice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh [...]

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Apple Turnip Crisp

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Recipe by Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS Filling: 2 cups apples, peeled and cored, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cup turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or orange juice 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest or orange zest 1/2 cup brown sugar (white is fine, but brown tastes [...]

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Hearty Greens Strata

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Recipe by Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup onion or shallot, in 1/4-inch dice 1–2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided 4 cups hearty greens (kale, chard, spinach, collards, etc.), coarsely chopped 4 cups slightly stale bread cut into 1-inch cubes [...]

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Fresh Chinese Spring Rolls

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 cups green cabbage (regular, Napa, or Savoy), shredded or cut into very thin slices 1 cup grated carrot 1–2 cups mixed raw veggies of choice: bean sprouts, snow peas, sweet pepper, etc., sliced into thin strips 1 cup shiitake or other mushrooms, gently rinsed and thinly sliced 3–4 green [...]

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Red Wine-Braised Greens with Potatoes

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1 bunch hearty greens, well washed (kale, chard, collards, beet greens, mature spinach, etc.), around 6–8 cups roughly chopped or torn 1/2 cup red wine 1/4 cup veggie broth 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced, and/or 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2–3 cups potatoes or sweet potatoes, [...]

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Diner-Style Hash Browns

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS Potatoes (regular or sweet), well scrubbed Butter or vegetable oil Salt and pepper (See Cook’s note for extras) PREPARATION Grate potatoes with a food processor or by hand. Using dish towels or paper towels, squeeze excess moisture out of grated potatoes. (To remove excess starch, grated potatoes can also be [...]

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Apple Oatmeal Crisp

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Adapted from simplyrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks or slices 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup butter, at room temperature 1/4 cup almonds and/or walnuts, finely chopped PREPARATION Preheat oven to 375°F. In a mixing [...]

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Sunchoke Soup

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 pound sunchokes, aka Jerusalem artichokes (OK to supplement with regular or sweet potatoes), scrubbed, peeled, and cut into chunks 1–1 1/2 cups onion, chopped 1 cup cauliflower, chopped 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 tablespoon [...]

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Pillowy Potato Gnocchi

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 pound potatoes, regular and/or sweet (about 1 1/2 to 2 cups cooked) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 to 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour or all purpose flour, plus more for rolling and shaping 1 egg yolk lightly beaten PREPARATION Peel potatoes and cut into large, [...]

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Apple Root-Veggie Salad

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 apples, sliced into bite-sized pieces (peels optional) 1 cup potatoes, thinly sliced into bite-sized chunks about 1/4-inch thick 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal about 1/4-inch thick 1/4 cup onion, minced or very thinly sliced 1/4 cup celery, thinly sliced or chopped (optional) 1/3 [...]

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Baked Acorn Squash Rings

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Adapted from The Martha Stewart Cookbook INGREDIENTS 1 small acorn squash 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces Coarse salt (kosher or sea) Freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced (optional) PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut the unpeeled squash crosswise into 1/2-inch slices, [...]

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Jerusalem Artichoke Spread

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By Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 cups peeled Jerusalem artichokes (aka “sunchokes”), cut into 1-inch chunks 2–4 cloves of garlic (to taste), peeled but left whole 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Vegenaise 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley PREPARATION Preheat [...]

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Sweet Potato Pancake

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 cups sweet potatoes, scrubbed and shredded (peels are optional) 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped 2 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt Pinch or two of nutmeg Pinch or two of cayenne pepper 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying PREPARATION Drain shredded sweet potatoes for 5–10 minutes [...]

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Easy Potato-Mushroom Stir-Fry

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes, cubed 1 cup mushrooms, halved 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1–2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Steam cubed potatoes (or microwave with a few tablespoons of water) until just tender. Meanwhile, heat oil to medium-high in a cast [...]

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Potato-Cauliflower Purée

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Adapted from The New Basics Cookbook INGREDIENTS 1–2 cups potatoes of your choice, washed well and cut in 1-inch dice (peels optional) 1 cup cauliflower florets, cut in bite-size chunks 3–4 spring onions cut into rings (or 3/4 cup regular onion, chopped) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup cream, milk, or veggie stock 2–3 [...]

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Pasta with Butternut Squash

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Adapted from dinersjournal.blogs.nytimes.com INGREDIENTS 1 butternut squash, peeled and seeded Salt to taste 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 pound cut pasta, like ziti 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, or to taste 1-2 tablespoon fresh herbs, finely chopped (rosemary or sage work well) 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan [...]

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Wild Rice Apple Salad

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Adapted from Taste of Home magazine INGREDIENTS 2 cups cooked wild rice, chilled 1 cup coarsely chopped apple 3/4–1 cup sliced celery 1 tablespoon dried cranberries or currants, chopped; or 2 teaspoons fresh cranberries, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon of shallot or 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons honey [...]

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Oven-Caramelized Onions

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 4 cups red or yellow onion, cut into 1/4-inch strips 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar (optional—helps caramelization, makes sweeter) PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss onions with oil, salt and sugar if using. Put in an ovenproof casserole dish, cover with a lid or foil, and place in the oven. [...]

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Maple-Roasted Root Veggies

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By Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2–3 cups root veggies (sweet potatoes, parsnips, potatoes, etc.) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Scrub root veggies well (peels are optional; sweet potato peels can sometimes be a little dry and/or tough) and cut [...]

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Easy No-Cook Cranberry-Orange Relish

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Recipe adapted from Non-Reactive Pan food blog INGREDIENTS 1 (12-oz) bag fresh cranberries 1 navel orange 1/2 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1 small shallot, chopped 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger PREPARATION Finely grate 2 teaspoons zest from orange. Cut away and discard peel and pith from orange; cut sections free from membranes Pulse cranberries [...]

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Penne with Broccoli Rabe & Bell Peppers

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 bunch broccoli rabe 1 cup bell pepper, cut in 1-inch strips 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup onion, cut in 1-inch strips 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth 2 tablespoons coarsely grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 pound penne PREPARATION [...]

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Kale 3 Ways!

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  Kale is a superfood that can be enjoyed in a plethora of ways, both fresh and cooked. From smoothies, salads, and juice concoctions to scrambles, soups, and sautés, this versatile green is great tasting and great for you. It is high in vitamins C, A, and K, as well as manganese, calcium, and potassium. [...]

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Stuffed Finger Squash with Seasoned Rice

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm  INGREDIENTS 2 Yugoslavian finger squash 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup chopped shallots 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated fresh turmeric or finely chopped chives 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper (omit if using turmeric) 1/2 cup coconut milk or almond milk 1 cup cooked rice PREPARATION Preheat oven [...]

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Baby Turnip and Apple Sauté

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1 to 1-1/2 cups baby turnips, tops removed, peeled, cut in halves or quarters 1 apple, cored and cut into bite-sized chunks (peel is optional) 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1 teaspoon mustard (optional) Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Heat olive oil [...]

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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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Easy Collard Greens with Rice

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Adapted from vegetarian.about.com INGREDIENTS 2 cups collard greens, rinsed and chopped 1 cup white rice 2 cups vegetable broth 1 tablespoon butter (or vegan margarine) ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste) Pepper to taste Cayenne pepper to taste (optional) PREPARATION In a large pot, bring vegetable broth to [...]

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Roasted Winter Squash with Lentils

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By Non-Reactive Pan INGREDIENTS 1 winter squash, cut in half, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/3 cup dried lentils 1 clove garlic, minced 1 onion, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 3 cups water 3 tablespoons crushed walnuts (optional) Salt to taste PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. [...]

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Apple and Roasted Squash Salad

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS  2 cups peeled winter squash; or 1 cup squash and 1 cup peeled beets, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 3 [...]

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Pumpkin Pancakes

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Adapted from marthastewart.com INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon each of: cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves 1 1/4 cup milk (more or less for desired consistency) 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (see Cook’s note) 2–3 tablespoons melted butter 1 egg, [...]

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Toasted Cheese with Apples or Pears

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 8-ounce wheel of good quality Brie or Camembert cheese 2 medium apples or pears, washed, cored, and thinly sliced 1 baguette, thinly sliced and lightly toasted PREPARATION Preheat the oven to 425°F. Put cheese in a small baking dish, place in the oven, and bake for 10–15 minutes, or [...]

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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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Peppered Mushroom-Potato Stir-Fry

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes (regular or sweet), cubed 1 cup mushrooms, halved 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1–2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Salt to taste PREPARATION Steam cubed potatoes (or microwave with a few tablespoons of water) until just tender. Meanwhile, heat [...]

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Iced Lemongrass Tea

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Wash 6–8 lemongrass stalks well and discard green upper portions. Gently smash stalks on a cutting board with a jar or the flat side of a knife (this will help release their flavor). Add stalks to a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water and bring to a boil; remove from heat and let steep [...]

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Cucumber Raita

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded (see Cook’s note) 1/2 cup plain yogurt, full or low-fat 2 teaspoons finely chopped scallions or red onion 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon finely chopped mint, cilantro, or dill (optional) PREPARATION After removing seeds from cucumber, cut [...]

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Super-Simple Sautéed Kale

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of kale 1 onion (medium to large), chopped 1 tablespoon of olive oil Vegetable broth (or water) Salt and pepper PREPARATION Wash greens well and tear or cut into bite-size pieces (remove large stems). Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat and add onion. Sauté [...]

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Classic Fried Green Tomatoes

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 2–3 green tomatoes, medium-size, firm, cut in 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices 3–4 tablespoons olive oil 1/4–1/2 cup cornmeal 1–2 eggs, whisked until yolks are incorporated into whites, in a shallow dish Salt to taste Hot sauce (optional) PREPARATION Place tomato slices in egg wash, turning to coat them completely. [...]

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Roasted Plums or Pluots with Herbs

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Adapted from joythebaker.com INGREDIENTS 2–3 ripe plums or pluots, cut in half and pitted 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, savory, or rosemary leaves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Olive oil to drizzle Salt Greek yogurt, granola (optional) PREPARATION Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400°F. In a small [...]

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Oven-Fried Peppers, Hot or Sweet

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 2 large or 4–6 small hot or sweet peppers sliced into 1/4- to 1/2-inch rings 2 tablespoons olive oil 2–3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced into small pieces Coarse salt to taste PREPARATION Preheat oven to 425°F. Remove stems, membrane, and seeds from peppers. (Note: seeds may be kept [...]

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Roasted Tomatoes

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2–3 large tomatoes cut in quarters; 3–4 medium tomatoes cut in half; or 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes left whole 2–3 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) 1–2 teaspoons dried oregano, thyme, or rosemary; crumbled (fresh herbs burn and turn [...]

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Roasted Potatoes with Spicy Aioli

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2 wedges, lengthwise 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper or smoked paprika 1 small hot pepper, cut in half lengthwise, stemmed and seeded (see Cook’s note) 3/4 cup mayonnaise or Vegenaise 1 teaspoon red or white wine vinegar [...]

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Dragon Bean Succotash

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 cup corn kernels, cut from the cob 1 cup dragon beans or other beans with edible pods (such as green or yellow beans), ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces— may also use 1/2 to 3/4 cups shelled beans, such as lima beans or fresh cranberry beans 1/4–1/2 [...]

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Easy Tomatillo Salsa

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2–3 tomatillos, de-husked, washed, and diced 1 medium tomato, de-seeded and diced (about 1/2–3/4 cup) 1–2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lime juice Salt and pepper to taste 1–2 tablespoons banana pepper (or other mild chili pepper), finely chopped (optional) 1 teaspoon jalapeño pepper (or [...]

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Eggplant Salad

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Adapted from theperfectpantry.com INGREDIENTS 1 medium eggplant, cut into 2-inch thick circles 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic (more or less to taste) Pinch of red chili flakes (or more to taste) 1/4 cup chopped scallion, shallot, or red onion 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon palm sugar [...]

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Caramelized Stone Fruit Crostini

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Adapted from a recipe by Tanya Milosevich INGREDIENTS 3–5 plums, peaches, and/or nectarines, cut in quarters, stones removed Juice of one orange 2–3 tablespoons regular or lavender sugar 1 medium baguette, diagonally sliced, lightly toasted 8–15 oz. fresh ricotta or goat cheese to spread PREPARATION Put juice and sugar in a pan and heat on [...]

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Cucumber Corn Salad

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Adapted from cooks.com INGREDIENTS 1 cup fresh corn kernels, cut from the cob 1 cup cucumber, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup carrot, grated 1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional) Dressing: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar (white or brown), honey, or agave (optional) A [...]

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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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Pasta with Tomatoes and Roasted Peppers

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS Pasta of choice (spaghetti, capellini, and penne all work well) 1–2 cups tomato, cut into chunks (de-seeded if desired) 1 cup roasted peppers, chopped (see box below) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional) Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Place olive oil, [...]

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Zucchini (Summer Squash) Tart

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups zucchini (or other summer squash), sliced about 1/4-inch thick 1/2–3/4 cup mushrooms, chopped (optional) 1 sheet puff pastry 1/2 cup soft cheese (goat cheese, cream cheese, soft herb cheese, etc.) 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced (or more to taste) 1 tablespoon finely chopped [...]

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Grilled Cheese and Stone Fruit Sandwich

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 peaches or nectarines, or 4 plums cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 4 slices of bread, preferably whole grain 4 slices of white cheddar or brie, or 6 oz. of chèvre 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Mustard of your choice (optional) Butter (soft) or vegetable [...]

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Easy Peach Ice Cream (no machine required!)

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups peaches, peeled and finely chopped 2 cups heavy cream (or whole milk if you want lower fat ice cream, but it won’t be as rich) 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk (nonfat is fine) 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract PREPARATION Beat the cream, condensed milk, and vanilla [...]

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Grilled or Roasted Corn

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 ears of corn, husks and silk removed 3–4 tablespoons soft butter, olive oil, mayonnaise, or Vegenaise 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs of choice 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon or lime peel (optional) 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons grated or [...]

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Warm Potato Salad with Hearty Greens

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 to 2 cups potatoes, scrubbed, unpeeled, and cut into 1-inch dice 1 cup kale or chard (thick stems removed), coarsely chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed but left whole Cider vinegar or white wine vinegar Olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon or whole-grain mustard Salt and freshly ground [...]

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Cucumber Dill Salad

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups cucumber, sliced about ¼ inch thick 2 tablespoons very finely sliced onion (optional) ¼ cup dill, finely chopped ¼ cup plain yogurt (Greek is best but regular will work) 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon white or rice wine vinegar PREPARATION Toss cucumber and onion together. Whisk together [...]

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Potato Salad with Roasted Leeks

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes in 1-inch cubes, steamed or boiled until just tender 1 cup leeks, cut into rounds (see Prep Tips, below) 1/4 cup celery or fresh chard, finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Vegenaise 1–2 tablespoons mustard Salt and [...]

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Zucchini (Summer Squash) Pancakes

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups coarsely grated zucchini (or other summer squash) 2 tablespoons very finely chopped onion 1 or 2 cloves finely minced garlic 1–2 tablespoons fresh dill, basil, fennel frond, or parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/4–1/2 cup flour (white whole [...]

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Easy Baked or Fried Green Tomatoes!

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Slice green tomatoes in 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices, and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Coat both sides well in cornmeal. • Baked: Preheat oven to 375°F; place tomatoes on a nonstick or lightly greased cookie sheet; bake until golden-brown and crispy, about 25–35 minutes. • Fried: Heat vegetable oil to medium in a skillet, [...]

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Baked Mushroom-Spinach Cakes

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 cups mushrooms, chopped 1 cup spinach, chopped 1/4 cup onion, finely diced 1 clove garlic, minced (or more to taste) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon finely chopped herbs, such as parsley, thyme, [...]

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Roasted Summer Squash Salad

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1–2 cups summer squash of your choice, cut into 1-inch chunks 2 cups fresh spinach or salad greens, chopped or torn into bite-size pieces 1 fennel bulb, shaved; or 1 cup fresh basil, shredded 1–2 tablespoons onion or shallot, finely chopped (optional) 1–2 garlic cloves, minced (optional) Olive oil [...]

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Roasted Carrot Quinoa

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 1–2 cups carrots, washed well and cut into 1/4-inch rounds 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup red onion, minced (white or yellow onion will work too, but reduce quantity to 2 tablespoons) 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 cup cooked quinoa, prepared per package instructions Salt and pepper to taste [...]

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Pear and/or Apple Compote with Honey

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Adapted from frenchwomendontgetfat.com INGREDIENTS 4 apples, pears, or a combination Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons honey PREPARATION Peel, core, and dice apples and/or pears. Pour lemon juice over sliced fruit and toss. Add fruit and water to a heavy pan, cover, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally [...]

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Potato-Carrot-Mushroom Stir-Fry

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 2 large potatoes (or 3 medium), cut in 3/4-inch cubes 1 cup mushrooms, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup baby carrots, halved, cut into bite-sized lengths 1 red onion, sliced 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Scrub potatoes and steam [...]

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Grated Turnip and Apple Salad

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Adapted from justvegetablerecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 cup raw turnips, peeled and grated 1 cup apple, grated (peel is optional) 1/2 cup microgreens, separated Juice of 1 large lemon 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar (optional) Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Combine all ingredients. Toss well and chill, covered, in the refrigerator. [...]

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Roasted Sweet Potato & Tomato Salad

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Adapted from The Instant Cook by Donna Hay INGREDIENTS 4–6 fingerling sweet potatoes, peeled 3–4 small to medium tomatoes 2 cups microgreens or salad greens 1/2 cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped 2–4 ounces feta cheese, drained (or goat cheese) Olive oil Sea salt and cracked pepper Dressing 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 [...]

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Spinach and Potato Frittata

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 cup potato or sweet potato, in 1/2-inch dice 1 cup chopped spinach 1/4 cup chopped onion or scallions (if using scallions, add a couple teaspoons for garnish) 1–2 cloves garlic, minced 6 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup grated cheese of your choice Salt and [...]

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Whole-Wheat Apple Bread

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Adapted from cooks.com INGREDIENTS 3 cups whole wheat flour (or a combo of wheat and all-purpose flour) 2 1/2 cups apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped or grated 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups sugar 3 eggs, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup chopped [...]

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Sunchoke Gratin

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Adapted from homecooking.about.com INGREDIENTS 3/4 pound sunchokes (Jerusalem artichokes) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1–2 tablespoons butter Black pepper to taste 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese PREPARATION Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel the sunchokes and drop them in salted, boiling water. Cook until they feel just tender but not mushy when prodded with a fork (check [...]

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Italian Panzanella Bread Salad

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Adapted from beyondthepeel.net INGREDIENTS 4 thick slices of Pugliese bread (or other Italian-style bread) torn into bite-size chucks or cut into cubes 2–4 garlic cloves (depending on preference), peeled and minced 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes pricked with a knife (or romas or other small tomatoes cut into bite-size chunks) 1 cup crumbled haloumi cheese [...]

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