Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

Calabrese Mustard Greens

6 pounds mustard greens, or chicory, stems discarded 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add half… Read More »

6 pounds mustard greens, or chicory, stems discarded 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 5 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add half… Read More »

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Creamed Spinach

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun who shares this recipe with us this week. 1/2 cup fat-free milk 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour Cooking spray 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry 1/4 cup (2 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA member Rebecca Braun who shares this recipe with us this week. 1/2 cup fat-free milk 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour Cooking spray 1 cup thinly sliced leek (about 1 large) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry 1/4 cup (2 ounces) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese… Read More »

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

Spinach Quinoa Pilaf

This recipe will use the spinach from the share.  It can also be adapted to include the shallot and the leek, replacing the onion and garlic. 1 T olive oil 1 onion chopped 1 garlic clove minced 1 cup quinoa 1 ¼ c water 1-2 bunches cleaned spinach 1 T lemon zest Salt and pepper… Read More »

This recipe will use the spinach from the share.  It can also be adapted to include the shallot and the leek, replacing the onion and garlic. 1 T olive oil 1 onion chopped 1 garlic clove minced 1 cup quinoa 1 ¼ c water 1-2 bunches cleaned spinach 1 T lemon zest Salt and pepper… Read More »

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

Leek and Walnut Bread

3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast Biga (recipe follows), at room temperature About 5 cups bread flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 3 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz.) chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only) 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (about 4 oz.) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves About 1/4 cup cornmeal… Read More »

3/4 teaspoon active dry yeast Biga (recipe follows), at room temperature About 5 cups bread flour 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour 3 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz.) chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only) 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (about 4 oz.) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves About 1/4 cup cornmeal… Read More »

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Swedish Apple Pie

Many thanks to Michele Zanzonico for sharing this easy delicious recipe 4-5 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1 Tbsp. sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon 1 c sugar 3/4 c butter melted 1 egg 1 c all-purpose flour A pinch of salt Lightly grease pie plate and arrange apple slices. Sprinkle apples with sugar and… Read More »

Many thanks to Michele Zanzonico for sharing this easy delicious recipe 4-5 apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1 Tbsp. sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon 1 c sugar 3/4 c butter melted 1 egg 1 c all-purpose flour A pinch of salt Lightly grease pie plate and arrange apple slices. Sprinkle apples with sugar and… Read More »

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Chickpea Salad with Cilantro Dressing

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

2 cups chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 garlic cloves 2 pickled jalapeño pepper slices 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 (15… Read More »

Roasted In-Shell Sunflower Seeds Recipe

Roasted In-Shell Sunflower Seeds Recipe

Roasted In-Shell Sunflower Seeds Recipe

Roasted In-Shell Sunflower Seeds Recipe

1 cup raw in-shell sunflower seeds 2 1/2 Tbsp. kosher salt, or 2 Tbsp. table salt* 1 quart water * Add more or less salt to taste, up to 1/4 cup kosher salt for 1 quart of water. Place sunflower seeds, salt, and water into a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a… Read More »

1 cup raw in-shell sunflower seeds 2 1/2 Tbsp. kosher salt, or 2 Tbsp. table salt* 1 quart water * Add more or less salt to taste, up to 1/4 cup kosher salt for 1 quart of water. Place sunflower seeds, salt, and water into a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a… Read More »

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Stew

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Stew

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Stew

Slow Cooker Kielbasa Stew

This is one of the two recipes sent to me this week by Beverly Hansen. This recipe will take you only about 15 minutes to prepare and the slow cooker will take it from there. 2 pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 ½ lbs. sauerkraut drained and rinsed 2 Granny Smith Apples… Read More »

This is one of the two recipes sent to me this week by Beverly Hansen. This recipe will take you only about 15 minutes to prepare and the slow cooker will take it from there. 2 pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces 1 ½ lbs. sauerkraut drained and rinsed 2 Granny Smith Apples… Read More »

Green Beans and Leeks

Green Beans and Leeks

Green Beans and Leeks

Green Beans and Leeks

4 leeks cleaned and trimmed 1/3 c dill weed chopped fine 3/4 lb. green beans trimmed at both ends A splash of olive oil Sea salt 1/4 c feta cheese crumbled Slice the leek length wise and chop into 1/2 inch pieces. Cut the green beans into 1 inch segments. In a large skillet over… Read More »

4 leeks cleaned and trimmed 1/3 c dill weed chopped fine 3/4 lb. green beans trimmed at both ends A splash of olive oil Sea salt 1/4 c feta cheese crumbled Slice the leek length wise and chop into 1/2 inch pieces. Cut the green beans into 1 inch segments. In a large skillet over… Read More »

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

This recipes was sent to me by CSA member Crystal Burke. 2 peaches pitted and sliced 2 tomatoes sliced 4 basil leaves sliced into slivers White wine vinegar, olive oil and salt to taste. For a change, add some watermelon as well.      

This recipes was sent to me by CSA member Crystal Burke. 2 peaches pitted and sliced 2 tomatoes sliced 4 basil leaves sliced into slivers White wine vinegar, olive oil and salt to taste. For a change, add some watermelon as well.      

Balsamic Glazed Beets

Balsamic Glazed Beets

Balsamic Glazed Beets

Balsamic Glazed Beets

2 pounds red beets, medium sized, scrubbed clean, green tops removed Olive oil Salt 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar Freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place the beets in the pan. Rub olive oil over the beets, and sprinkle with salt. Cover the beets… Read More »

2 pounds red beets, medium sized, scrubbed clean, green tops removed Olive oil Salt 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar Freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place the beets in the pan. Rub olive oil over the beets, and sprinkle with salt. Cover the beets… Read More »

Carolina Peach Sangria

Carolina Peach Sangria

Carolina Peach Sangria

Carolina Peach Sangria

1 (750-milliliter) bottle rosé wine 3/4 cup vodka 1/2 cup peach nectar 6 tablespoons thawed frozen lemonade concentrate 2 tablespoons sugar 1 pound ripe peaches, peeled and sliced 1 (6-oz.) package fresh raspberries 2 cups club soda, chilled Combine first 5 ingredients in a pitcher; stir until sugar is dissolved. Stir in peaches and raspberries.… Read More »

1 (750-milliliter) bottle rosé wine 3/4 cup vodka 1/2 cup peach nectar 6 tablespoons thawed frozen lemonade concentrate 2 tablespoons sugar 1 pound ripe peaches, peeled and sliced 1 (6-oz.) package fresh raspberries 2 cups club soda, chilled Combine first 5 ingredients in a pitcher; stir until sugar is dissolved. Stir in peaches and raspberries.… Read More »