Category Archives: Nut-Free

Late Summer Melon Coolers

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Susan

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

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Slow Cooked Fennel Bulb & Sweet Onions

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Susan

Slow cooking fennel bulb with sweet spring onions provides a perfect compliment to chicken sausage, pulled chicken in a cream sauce over noodles or paired with fresh local bread and brie. Continue reading →

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Winter Greens & Turnip Salad with Black Eyed Peas

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Susan

An inexpensive healthy salad that can be added to a light broth for a light winter soup or shredded as a topping for hot dogs and sausages on local rolls. Continue reading →

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Strata with Seasonal Vegetables & Artisan Bread

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Susan

Strata is flexible and easy to make with seasonal vegetables, artisan bread, and fresh farm dairy ingredients. It can act as a full meal or pair with either chilled or hot soup depending on the season. Continue reading →

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Beet, Carrot & Apple Salad with Pepitas & Chevre

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Susan

A seasonal fall salad made with colorful heirloom vegetables that takes just a few minutes to prepare and pairs well with roasted pork and grilled chicken. Serve on a bed of fresh greens and add chevre for a complete meal with a bowl of soup or a grilled cheese sandwich. Continue reading →

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Scalloped Turnips, Onions & Mushrooms for Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Susan

Caramelized turnips and onions mixed with local cheese, sauteed mushrooms and cream complete your holiday meal. This recipe pairs well with poultry & stuffing and you can make it ahead for a party. Continue reading →

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Stuffed Paprika Peppers

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Susan

At the end of the summer season, you can still find some Paprika Peppers. They hold their shape well when baked with a hearty but light stuffing of local rice, sausage, hamburger, greens and roasted tomato sauce. Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Hummus

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Susan

A quick seasonal hummus that pairs well with fresh fall apples. Great as a peanut butter replacement for snacks. Continue reading →

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Honey Glazed Sweet Potato Chips

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Susan

Honey Glazed Sweet Potato Chips from the “Buzztival” at the Downtown Raleigh Farmers’ Market 2011. Great warm from the oven or crispy cold. Continue reading →

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Stir Fry Kale Sandwich with Smoked Bacon & Cheese

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Susan

Fall is a great time for a stir fry and you can use your leftovers to make this great sandwich using all local ingredients from the farmers’ market! Continue reading →

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