Tag Archives: second harvest

Roasted Beet & Chocolate Bundt Cake

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Susan

Rich chocolate cake sweetened with organic roasted beets and moist from the addition of healthy coconut oil. Make this one a day ahead of time if you like! Continue reading →

Posted in Dessert, Fall, Nut-Free, Recipes, Summer, Winter | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, Beet, Chocolate, cooking classes, dessert, easy recipe, Hawaiian Salts, seasonal food, second harvest, sustainable farming, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie | Leave a comment

Chili: One Spice at a Time

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Susan

North Hills Midtown Farmers Market Cooking Demo: Spicy Chili made with local pasture raised beef, local onions and a combination of spices to tantalize your mouth! Serve it with chips or in a bowl with some Ashe County Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Dairy-Free, Diabetic Friendly, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Recipes, Second Harvest, Summer | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, beef, cooking classes, easy recipe, healthy, Midtown Farmers Market, north carolina agriculture, organic, second harvest, spicy, sustainable agriculture, sustainable farming, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie | Leave a comment

Taco Salad in a Jiffy

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Susan

A taco salad made in less than 1/2 hour from local market ingredients and your own prepared frozen taco meat or meat substitute. Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Recipes | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, easy recipe, farmers market, north carolina agriculture, organic, seasonal food, second harvest, sustainable food, taco salad, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie | Leave a comment

Options for Stew Beef

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Susan

Stew Beef is a versatile alternative to more expensive cuts of beef. You can process it in bulk ahead of time to save time, energy and money making recipes later. Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Nut-Free, Recipes | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, bell peppers, cooking classes, easy recipe, north carolina agriculture, organic, second harvest, stew beef, sustainable agriculture, sweet onions, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie, Western Wake Farmers Market | Leave a comment

Grilling A Package of Chicken & Vegetables

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Susan

Simple grilling technique for fish, chicken, ostrich and vegetables whether they are dehydrated, roasted & frozen or fresh from the garden. Easy preparation & clean up. Store & carry for camping, hiking or after game meals at the park. Continue reading →

Posted in Chicken, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Recipes | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, dehydrated vegetables, easy recipe, farmers market, gluten free, healthy, kid friendly, low-fat, Midtown Farmers Market, Poultry, second harvest, sustainable agriculture, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie | Leave a comment

Seasonal Quiche

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Susan

Simple, healthy quiche using local ingredients from the farmers market. Bakes in 35 minutes. Continue reading →

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Spicy Peanut Soup

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Susan

Simple recipe for nutritious Spicy Peanut Soup. Make-ahead and freeze; use frozen ingredients; or make it up fresh. Dairy-free, low sodium (pick no-salt processed items), vegetarian, healthy. Continue reading →

Posted in Dairy-Free, Fall, Gluten-Free, Recipes, Vegetarian, Winter | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, cooking classes, dinner, easy recipe, healthy, Midtown Farmers Market, NOFO Farmers Market, north carolina agriculture, peanut, seasonal food, second harvest, soup, sustainable agriculture, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie, Western Wake Farmers Market | Leave a comment

Sweet Potato Casserole with Spicy Pecans

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Susan

Stored sweet potato make this dish fast and healthy for company. Maple syrup & vanilla replace refined sugar and spicy pecans add an element of surprise for your guests. Continue reading →

Posted in Fall, Gluten-Free, Recipes, Vegetarian, Winter | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, cooking classes, easy recipe, farmers market, healthy, Midtown Farmers Market, NC agriculture, pecans, seasonal food, second harvest, sustainable agriculture, sustainable food, sweet potato, Western Wake Farmers Market | Leave a comment

Farmers’ Market Couscous Salad for all Seasons

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Susan

Vary your ingredients depending on the season for this light side dish. Goes well with all sorts of chilled or warm vegetable soups. Makes the most of farm fresh ingredients from local vendors. Continue reading →

Posted in Fall, Nut-Free, Recipes, Spring, Summer, Winter | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, chevre, cooking classes, coucous, easy recipe, farmers market, feta, healthy, Midtown Farmers Market, north carolina agriculture, red bell peppers, sausage, seasonal, Seasonal cooking, second harvest, sustainable agriculture, tarheel foodie, tarheelfoodie, Western Wake Farmers Market | Leave a comment

Fresh Berry Topping From Last Summer’s Harvest

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Susan

Simple frozen berries from last summer make a delicious topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt and ice cream in under minutes. Pick your favorite flavors of berries to work with and add a pinch of spice and sugar, heat and you are ready to serve warm. Continue reading →

Posted in Dessert, General, Nut-Free, Summer | Tagged #localfood, #locavore, #realfood, blackberries, blueberries, cobbler, cooking classes, easy recipe, farm visits, farmers market, foraging trips, fruit topping, Midtown Farmers Market, north carolina agriculture, raspberries, seasonal, second harvest, sustainable, sustainable food, tarheel foodie, Western Wake Farmers Market | Leave a comment