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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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Locally-grown heirloom radishes and fresh baby leafy greens make this salad healthy and easy to prepare throughout the holidays for your guests. Pairs well with a grilled sandwich, poultry, beef or pork or a simple fall soup. Prepare all the ingredients ahead of time and toss a half hour before serving. 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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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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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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Pumpkin & Cornmeal Muffins with Granola Topping

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Susan

A fall delight with fresh roasted pumpkin, local honey, molasses and corn meal. Not too sweet, but delightfully filling on a chilly morning with a cup of tea or with a bowl of chili for lunch. Great snack for kids on the go! 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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Quinoa Porridge Cooked with Fall Apples & Pears

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Susan

Warm your fall mornings up with quinoa porridge made with almond milk and sweetened naturally with apples, pears and date sugar. Top it with a scant teaspoon of maple syrup and some berries from the summer harvest for an even more special breakfast. Continue reading →

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Pear Butter with Fresh Ginger

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Susan

Delicate Pear Butter using local fresh ginger and spices from your cabinet. Freezes well and is adaptable for many recipes both savory and sweet. Continue reading →

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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables & Cheese

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Susan

A “Meatless Monday” meal anytime of the year using local ingredients. Great for a “second harvest” on those summer favorites like sweet peppers, eggplant and cherry tomatoes. Delightfully filling and easy to digest. Continue reading →

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