Tag Archives: healthy

Blueberry, Lemon Verbena & Ricotta Pancakes

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Susan

Looking for a Father’s Day breakfast idea? Blueberries are in season as we roll into June, right along with farm fresh dairy products and a little known plant to substitute for lemon. Continue reading →

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Spring Broccoli Pesto

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Susan

Fresh from the Farmers’ Market! Broccoli, spring & scallions, green garlic, sorrel, nuts and local cheese all combine quickly to create a bright green pesto that you can put on sandwiches, in omelettes, souffles, or munch as a dip. Continue reading →

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Broccoli Cheese Soup for Chilly Spring Days

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Susan

#Comfort Foods like Broccoli Cheese soup don’t have to be unhealthy. Use ingredients from the market to create a full flavored soup that is natural and healthy in about 30 minutes Continue reading →

Posted in Fall, General, Gluten-Free, Recipes, Seasonal Eating, Second Harvest, Soup, Spring | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, broccoli, carrots, cooking classes, cooking demonstration, cream soup, easy recipe, farmers market, gluten free, healthy, Midtown Farmers Market, north carolina agriculture, seasonal food, second harvest, spring harvest, sustainable agriculture, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie | Leave a comment

Broccoli, Carrot & Greens Salad to Soup

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Susan

Spring and fall are the perfect times to make this simple salad & soup with fresh carrots, broccoli, chard, bok choy and green onion. Continue reading →

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Tomatoes & Cauliflower: Out of the Freezer & Into the Pan

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Susan

Quick cooking from stored freezer ingredients lets you create wonderful meals as a second harvest from any season. Here we use Kellogs Breakfast tomato sauce, curried cauliflower, roasted chickpeas and dehydrated tomatoes to make a hearty meal in under 15 minutes. 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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March is National Nutrition Month

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Susan

Celebrate National Nutrition Month with a week’s worth of lunch soups, salads and quiche. 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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Festive Winter Slaw

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Susan

Winter vegetable salad made with local cabbage, spinach, broccoli, carrots, leeks, dehydrated NC apples and dehydrated summer sweet onions. Pairs well with local duck. 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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