Category Archives: Seasonal Eating

Blueberry & White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Susan

Simple individual bread puddings created from local White Chocolate Baguettes, fresh blueberries from a local farm and honey from an urban hive. Continue reading →

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Cornmeal Cakes with Fresh Corn & Heirloom Okra

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Susan

A gluten-free organic recipe for Cornmeal Cakes using fresh local corn and heirloom okra that can be used as an appetizer or a side dish to a larger meal of soup or stew. Continue reading →

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Cantaloupe & Strawberry Smoothie

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Susan

Simple summer smoothie made from fresh, frozen or dehydrated ingredients that’s sure to boost your energy on a hot day. Continue reading →

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Roasted Heirloom Beets, Local Chevre & Fresh Thyme

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Susan

Colored heirloom beets and local goat cheese combined with fresh thyme create a beautiful spread for party guests to enjoy year round. Continue reading →

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Very Berry Beet Smoothie

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Susan

Combine local organic fruit, roasted beets, honey, a few dark leafy greens with coconut water and plain kefir for a colorful start to your morning or a late afternoon snack. Continue reading →

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Roasted Cauliflower & Wilted Spinach Cream Soup

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Susan

Enjoy St. Pat’s Day with Green Cauliflower & Spinach Soup made from farm fresh spring vegetables, homemade broth & local dairy cream. Continue reading →

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Goat Meatballs with Wilted Slaw

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Susan

Goat Meatballs or Sliders are a great way to introduce your family to a meat product used extensively throughout the world. Incorporating local vegetables into the blend allows you to customize the final product to fit into any menu. Continue reading →

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Roasted Winter Squash Soup

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Susan

Silky smooth blend of three fall squash varieties along with apples, hot peppers and peanut butter from the local farmers’ market make this vegetarian soup something to write home about. Top it with homemade candied pecans for a extra special treat. Continue reading →

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Root Vegetable Hash

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Susan

A colorful interpretation of traditional Hash Potatoes using red yellow & purple carrots, ivory colored baby parsnips, Garnet sweet potatoes and winter rutabagas. A few simple fresh herbs along with olive oil, Himalayan salt & fresh cracked pepper complete the taste profile. Continue reading →

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Upside-Down Apple & Pecan Ginger Cake

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Susan

Use the Gluten Free Pancake Mix from Moon Rabbit Foods to make an upside down cake loaded with local organic fruit, nuts, ginger and maple syrup and prepared with sustainable farm fresh eggs, milk and butter. Continue reading →

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