Category Archives: Seasonal Eating

Roasted Beet & Chocolate Bundt Cake

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

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Fennel, Apple, Carrot & Walnut Salad with Fresh Pea Shoots

Make this Fennel Bulb Salad ahead of time for a refreshing summer meal. Great side for grilled chicken or a warm pita sandwich. Kid friendly flavors. Honey naturally tones down the fennel and compliments the apple and carrot. Continue reading

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Baby Kale Ceviche with Feta & Pine Nuts

Prepare this Baby Kale Ceviche a day in advance for the best flavor. Using organic local products this salad was a hit at the Five Points Sidewalk Sale & Farmers Market. Continue reading

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Let’s Preserve Those Fresh Picked Strawberries!

Easy methods to preserve fresh picked strawberries for use all year long. Simple Balsamic Strawberry Jam recipe using unusual ingredients like rosemary & black pepper. Continue reading

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Chili: One Spice at a Time

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

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Feta Couscous Salad

A fresh feta salad with local in-season vegetables that you can make in 15 minutes with items from your local market, pantry and freezer. Serve it immediately or store it for a day. Continue reading

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Spring Pea & Fresh Ricotta Cheese Puree

Fast, simple, healthy puree using fresh peas and farm fresh ricotta cheese. Takes less than 15 minutes to make and serve. Make a day ahead for guests. Continue reading

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Seasonal Quiche

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

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Spicy Peanut Soup

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

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Spicy Pecans

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

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