Category Archives: Summer

Simple Summer Squash & Zucchini Soup

Simple Summer Squash & Zucchini Soup can be served chilled in the summer or warmed in the winter paired with a salad or sandwich for a fast and healthy meal. Continue reading

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Piment D’Espelette Chili Roasted Potato & Corn Soup

The late summer brings beautiful baby potatoes, sweet corn from the fields of local farms and wonderful fresh fish to make this Spicy Basque inspired soup with local Paprika peppers. Continue reading

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Late Summer Veggie, Egg & Cheese Wrap

Late Summer veggies, eggs & cheese from the farmers’ market make for a quick nutritional breakfast wrap on local bread. Continue reading

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Pressure Cooker Green Beans

Make fresh green beans in half the time using a pressure cooker along with smoked salts & pepper for a fabulous vegetarian side dish. Continue reading

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Fresh Peach Lemonade

Beat the heat with Summer Peach Lemonade. Fresh local fruit & honey, lemon juice and a blender are all you need. Continue reading

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Late Summer Melon Coolers

Make melons into quick summer coolers with just 2 ingredients and a blender! Continue reading

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Spicy Quinoa Salad with Grilled Eggplant & Tuscan Basil

Grilled Rosa Eggplant provides a smokey undertone to the bright Tuscan Basil and fresh zucchini and red peppers. Dried Asian Peppers provide some heat and contrast the crispy red onion. Continue reading

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Roasted Potato Salad with Buttermilk & Yogurt Herb Dressing

Olive oil and herb roasted potatoes provide the back drop for a refreshing update to a summer classic. Homemade butternut dressing with Greek yogurt and fresh herbs blend well with farm fresh eggs and heirloom celery. Or make your base potatoes with specialty salts! Continue reading

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Peanut Butter, Chevre & Pecans with Dark Chocolate

Use local nut butter, goat cheese and honey to create a lovely spreadable dessert or delightful “tuffles” rolled in local toasted pecans with dark chocolate pieces hidden inside. Continue reading

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Quinoa Salad with Celery Leaf, Fresh Corn & Ripe Berries

Late spring celery leaves combined with the first of summer’s sweet corn and ripe berries made a quick meal with the addition of toasted quinoa, wild rice and local toasted pecans. Continue reading

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