Oregano tea is often recommended to help ward off congestion and sinus problems. It’s simple to make: First, bring 2 to 2-1⁄2 cups water to... Continue reading
Transplant red cherry sweet pepper after the threat of frost is over. Growing about 3’ tall and wide, cherry peppers are relatively low maintenance. They... Continue reading
Scallions (Allium wakegi) bring the flavor of onions without the long wait in the garden or the peeling in the kitchen. Although the terms scallions,... Continue reading
These collards have a uniform, compact growth habit, with non-heading and slow-bolting plants. Their mild cabbage flavor makes these ideal greens for boiling, and they... Continue reading
Hollow Crown is a popular, high-quality parsnip with long, smooth, white roots that are up to 15″ long and 3″ in diameter with no side... Continue reading
The flesh is crisp, tender, and sweet. This variety is fast growing and especially popular in southern areas and takes just 50 days to reach... Continue reading
This open-pollinated pepper is an excellent choice if you are looking for beauty and high yield! Purple beauty peppers are deep purple in color when... Continue reading
This sweet pepper, Pimento, is an excellent variety for the home vegetable garden! Abundant yields of heart-shaped fruits turn from green to red when mature... Continue reading
Lilac Bell peppers are a great addition to any home garden. Peppers are a beautiful lavender shade that matures to red. They are sweet with... Continue reading
Turning from green to bright orange when ripe, this beautiful pepper will add fun color to salads and stir-fries. They are crisp and sweet and... Continue reading
Small Red Chili peppers are thin-walled, conical peppers about 5″ long that contain about 30,000 Scoville Heat Units. This vegetable grows about 18″ tall and... Continue reading
Pasilla Bajio Hot Pepper is a Mexican pepper made popular by the famous mole dish. The name in spanish means, “little raisin.” This should give... Continue reading
The upright plants of the Santa Fe Grande Pepper produce excellent yields of yellow peppers that transition to orange and then red at maturity. Hot... Continue reading
Pepper is one of the most diverse, showy, and flavorful fruits grown in the annual garden bed. Available in nearly every possible color and shape... Continue reading
The Chilli Pepper Firecracker is a compact chilli plant, perfect for growing in pots or containers forming clusters of brightly coloured chillies that are hot,... Continue reading
Plants grow to be 24-36” tall with green stems and foliage and white flowers. Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep and transplant to full sun in... Continue reading
This particular tomato is unusual because of its resemblance to a bell pepper, the center is nearly hollow, making it perfect for stuffing. These tomatoes... Continue reading
Roma is one of the most popular tomato varieties for pastes, sauces, and canning! The solid tomatoes weigh about 3 Oz and grow on compact... Continue reading
Pink Thai Egg tomato seeds are a good choice for growing in raised beds, containers, and small gardens because of their determinate growth habit.Like most... Continue reading
These are colorful, tasty, pear-shaped tomatoes that are very popular for the home vegetable garden! These plants grow fairly tall and may need caging. The... Continue reading
These are colorful, tasty, pear-shaped tomatoes that are very popular for the home vegetable garden! These plants grow fairly tall and may need caging. The... Continue reading
New Yorker tomatoes grow on vigorous, compact, bush-type plants and can be grown in containers. These heirloom tomatoes are a Beefsteak type, weigh about 5... Continue reading
This Tomatillo variety grows 8-foot vines that produce green husk tomatoes that weigh about 2 Oz each. This variety originally came from Mexico and so... Continue reading
Caribe tomato seeds produce determinate tomato plants that remain compact and easy to care for whether they are grown in containers or in garden rows.... Continue reading
The Cape Gooseberry originated in South America but were very popular in South Africa and get their name from having been grown around the Cape... Continue reading
White Wonder Beefsteak tomatoes have yellowish-white flesh when mature and make a nice color contrast when served with red and orange tomatoes. It is mild... Continue reading
This easy to grow heirloom tomato is a favorite among vegetable gardeners! Amana Orange produces huge tomatoes weighing up to 2 pounds and measuring up... Continue reading
Soothe irritated throats with this all-natural thyme cough syrup. Thyme has been used for years to help soothe irritated throats and halt coughing. It’s quick... Continue reading
Sage has antiviral properties. You can gargle with the tincture, or you can take it at the first sign of a cold. This sage tincture... Continue reading
This natural headache relief stick has magnesium and essential oils to help knock out headache quickly and naturally. Ingredients 10 drops peppermint essential oil 5... Continue reading
Relaxing homemade buckwheat pillows made from organic buckwheat hulls and herbs to help improve sleep. Ingredients: A piece of fabric big enough to make the... Continue reading
Tarragon can also be used in medicinal quantities to support your health for a variety of ailments and health problems. Tarragon can be steeped in... Continue reading
Make tarragon infused oil Fill a jar halfway with wilted or dried tarragon leaves. Fill the jar with olive oil. Place in a sunny window... Continue reading
This is a very simple yet very effective recipe for curing puffy eyes, removing the dark circles under your eyes, and get a younger look.... Continue reading
Basil is a natural anti-inflammatory, has antibacterial properties and is very high in antioxidants. It can be used to soothe the stomach, calm a cough... Continue reading
Lemon balm makes a delightful tasting tea that can be drunk simply for pleasure or for its mood elevating and nervine effects. Ingredients: 3-5 fresh... Continue reading
Tinctures are one of the easiest ways to incorporate herbs into a full schedule. I like to add a dropperful of lemon balm tincture along... Continue reading
Lemon balm is one of those herbs that once planted tends to become almost invasive in the garden. Thankfully, it’s tasty for numerous culinary purposes... Continue reading
Oil extracted from the savory plant helps in treating gout, headaches, and joint pains. In fact, a salve, prepared from the whole plant can be... Continue reading
A tea made from the fresh or dried herb helps in treating intestinal worms as well as providing relief from several disorders like a sore... Continue reading
Lemon balm is an under utilized herb in the kitchen. It has a relatively mild flavor, but lovely lemony perfume to it, which is perfect... Continue reading
A more modern version of Salade Nicoise with an Asian influence that can be eaten as an entree. Salmon, halibut, or snapper also go well... Continue reading
On a hot summer day there’s nothing better than a refreshing drink, which is why we’re sharing this recipe for a Refreshing Watermelon Cooler. This... Continue reading
This easy homemade iced tea recipe is filled with fresh sweet raspberries, and tea for a drink you’ll want all summer long! Ingredients: Raspberry and... Continue reading
I discovered a new culinary delight some years back, roasting tomatoes. You can’t believe how sweet and good they taste. The cooking time is quite... Continue reading
Slow roasted, mouth-watering roast beef so tender that it melts in your mouth is a lot easier to make at home in the oven than most... Continue reading
Prime rib, also referred to as standing rib roast, is a beautiful piece of meat. Whenever we need a truly show-stopping holiday roast, we turn to... Continue reading
This satisfying soup can be made with any roast chicken and roasted vegetable leftovers. Ingredients: 1 fourteen-ounce can low-sodium chicken stock, or homemade 1 cup... Continue reading
Forget the main course because when you’re making a side dish as delicious as these Roasted Asparagus with Thyme, everyone’s gonna forget all about the... Continue reading
This tasty Catnip Cat Treats Recipe is simple to make and will you have your kitty begging for more. Ingredients: 5 oz tuna in water... Continue reading
Spring into brunch season with a light, fruity Sparkling Lavender Orange Mimosa! Made with fresh orange juice, lavender syrup and sparkling wine or champagne….your brunch... Continue reading
Lavender syrup is a brilliant way to add a floral flavor with a touch of sweetness to a variety of beverages. It’s easy and inexpensive... Continue reading
Pancetta, an Italian bacon that is cured but not smoked, is available in well-stocked supermarkets and in specialty food stores. If you can’t find it,... Continue reading
Lamb meatballs aren’t exactly the spaghetti and meatballs type, they are so much more. These spiced, herby meatballs have Mediterranean vibes, we couldn’t stop eating... Continue reading
Wild rice is actually not rice at all. It’s a long-grain marsh grass that has a chewy texture and delicious, nutty flavor. Ingredients: 2 cups... Continue reading
Enjoy the flavor of fried green tomatoes without all the fat. Very easy to prepare with half the mess. Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal 1 tablespoon... Continue reading
This quick and easy pickle relish recipe comes together in minutes and DOES NOT need to be cooked! Perfect to top off your grilled favorites... Continue reading
Compound butters, butter with additional ingredients added to it to enhance the flavor, are important in French cuisine. However, one doesn’t need to stick to... Continue reading
This is the BEST guacamole recipe as it’s simple to make and uses fresh, high quality ingredients. Authentic guacamole doesn’t contain fillers and unnecessary ingredients.... Continue reading
After sectioning the orange, squeeze the core to get the 1 tablespoon fresh juice you need. Ingredients: ½ large fennel bulb, trimmed and cored (fronds... Continue reading
Fennel is a wonderfully versatile vegetable. It resembles a peeled onion bulb that someone has pressed between their hands so it’s no longer round, with... Continue reading
A basic omelette is given an indulgent twist with sweet crabmeat. It feels special, but couldn’t be simpler to make. Ingredients: 15g/½oz unsalted butter 1... Continue reading
The most amazing Beef Stroganoff you will ever have! Golden seared juicy beef strips smothered in an incredible sour cream mushroom gravy, this Beef Stroganoff recipe... Continue reading
This spiced tofu stir-fry with garlic chives is a new favorite in our house. I’ve made it three times in the last couple weeks! Ingredients:... Continue reading
In Korean chive is known for one of the best vegetables for blood circulation. So when I eat fatty pork or fatty part of beef(because... Continue reading
This is perfect for summer grilling, especially if you want something different than the same old same old. Ingredients: 1/2 cup EVOO 1/4 cup chopped... Continue reading
Try this fresh cheese topping on grilled meats or spread on a toasted bagel. Ingredients: 1/2 32 ounce carton plain yogurt or plain goats milk... Continue reading
Couscous is a wonderfully versatile ingredient that makes the perfect base to a whole range of dishes. Ingredients: 1 cup Israeli couscous 1/2 cup chopped... Continue reading
This is the perfect simple side dish for a couple of German bratwursts or schnitzel. Ingredients: 2 1/4 pounds medium yellow-flesh potatoes (such as Yukon gold),... Continue reading
Delicious basil flavored butter recipe. I love this tossed into hot pasta or on grilled veggies and corn on the cob. Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter,... Continue reading
Basil oil is perfect for those times when you want a hint of basil but don’t want to overpower the flavors of summer’s ripest batch... Continue reading
Green beans with bacon and onions makes such an easy side dish. Fresh beans lend a crisp, bright flavor to any meal. They’re best when... Continue reading
Butternut squash is so good on its own, that barely any seasoning is needed. This recipe is so simple and easy. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds... Continue reading
I love creating farm fresh recipes for the blog. I fantasize about flavor combinations in my sleep and when we’re out in the fields covered... Continue reading
This egyptian spiced carrot puree is delicious and versatile. You can simply serve it as a side dish (think fancy mashed potatoes!) or use as... Continue reading
Simple, warming vegetable soups have felt like one big bear hug when we’ve needed it the most. As our season begins to slow down (yippee!)... Continue reading
These carrot-almond muffins were a great way to use up excess carrots from the fields and they are jam packed with hearty nutrition. If you... Continue reading
It’s this time of the year as we transition into lighter meals that the weather still warrants some comforting flavors. The days sometimes tease us... Continue reading
If there’s two root vegetables that get me excited on a cold winter night it’s carrots and parsnips. These particular roots taste even better after... Continue reading
If you’re looking for an impressive weeknight dinner that will wow your family but is a breeze to prepare than this is the recipe for... Continue reading
This popular combination of carrots and ginger has been around for ages and I’m sure many of you have your own favorite spin on this... Continue reading
This is a wonderful side dish to serve alongside grilled chicken, steak, or simply served as an appetizer at happy hour. I love the tangy... Continue reading
It’s officially soup season here at the farm and I realized it’s been far too long since we’ve made a simple carrot ginger soup. I’ve... Continue reading
If you’re looking for a hearty breakfast option that will satisfy your sweet tooth while still offering up some good nutrition than this loaf is... Continue reading
I love the simplicity of this soup. It has very few ingredients but is so darn flavorful. It’s a great winter soup for keeping your... Continue reading
These muffins are often considered “kitchen sink” muffins meaning that you can pretty much throw in any shredded vegetable, nut, seed or dried fruit that... Continue reading
This recipe is a wonderful way to incorporate late winter veggies with a lovely kick from yellow curry and a sweet, nutty flavor from hazelnut... Continue reading
This is one of those recipes that combines simple, hearty ingredients that come together to create a damn fine soup. This soup could not be... Continue reading
This soup will not win any beauty contests, but who cares? It’s delicious! There’s a good amount of garlic and onion to spice things up... Continue reading
This meal right here is what I like to call a “transitional” meal. It’s a hearty winter meal but it has bright notes freshness thanks... Continue reading
This is one of those great transitional meals that feels like a warm hug on a chilly spring evening. We are relishing these warmer, longer... Continue reading
Simple, refreshing and perfect for a light springtime meal, this soup checks off a lot of boxes. I love soup year round, but I particularly... Continue reading
The inspiration for this recipe came from “The Prairie Homestead Cookbook” by Jill Winger. It’s a wonderful recipe to turn to if you need to... Continue reading
Roasted fennel and onions with prosciutto and parmesan is pretty much the best side dish of the season. You can thank our crazy wet weather... Continue reading
Stewed zucchini for the Local Thirty might just be the easiest, most flavorful side dish of the season. One of the lessons I’m learning throughout... Continue reading
A recipe for making the practically infamous slow cooker beef roast that took the Internet by storm! Delicious and fork tender, made with chuck roast,... Continue reading
This is an awesome recipe for banana peppers stuffed with an Italian sausage mixture and baked in a delicious tomato sauce. Ingredients: 8 banana peppers... Continue reading
A warm, filling soup that is a wonderful cool weather lunch or dinner and is especially great with a side of multi-grain bread! I load... Continue reading
Homemade goulash is a delicious way to serve a large group. Ingredients: 3 pounds stew meat (or Chuck steak/roast cubed) 1 onion (medium, chopped) 1... Continue reading
This chicken fajitas recipe always makes the most tender, juicy, flavorful chicken fajitas that are loaded with flavor, and it is so easy to make!... Continue reading
Crockpot stuffed bell peppers stuffed with Mexican style seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans and queso blanco, then cooked low and slow in a slow... Continue reading
The best pepper steak recipe is easy to make, with marinated strips of flank steak, lots of peppers and flavorful sauce, better than any Chinese... Continue reading
This sausage and peppers recipe is an Italian-American classic, with sweet bell peppers served with Italian sausage. Serve it on its own or on a... Continue reading
This tender, oven baked chicken thighs recipe is seasoned with a Cajun blend, then seared and baked with peppers and potatoes for an easy anytime... Continue reading
A recipe for quick and easy cheese tortellini cooked in a creamy fire roasted tomato sauce with ground turkey. A super easy meal for any... Continue reading
A recipe for earthy poblano peppers, roasted and peeled, simmered with onion, celery, carrots and spinach with the perfect seasoning blend, then pureed for a... Continue reading
This stuffed poblano peppers recipe is filled with Mexican picadillo, a zesty mix of seasoned ground beef and potatoes, flavored with rich ancho peppers and... Continue reading
These Cherry Pepper Poppers are stuffed with a delicious herb & garlic cheese filling, then baked until bubbling and golden. This recipe is great finger... Continue reading
A recipe for spicy chicken meatballs made with jalapeno peppers and serrano peppers (optional!), served with classic Buffalo sauce, then topped with blue cheese crumbles.... Continue reading
This stuffed flank steak recipe is packed with loads of spinach, melty cheese and a mix of peppers for a nice level of spice. Stuff,... Continue reading
For a leisurely weekend brunch or a light meal any day of the week, these breakfast quesadillas are filled with bacon and scrambled eggs and... Continue reading
With its great orange colour and slightly tangy flavour, this creamy sauce is perfect for sharing alongside chilli, nachos and jalapeños. Ingredients: 350ml/12fl oz full-fat... Continue reading
Spice up your life with a delicious Jollof Risotto recipe in honor of Black History Month. Ingredients: Stew 1 lb roma tomato (455 g), chopped... Continue reading
A spicy habanero hot sauce recipe made with fiery roasted habanero peppers and plenty of garlic, ideal for spicing up your favorite foods. Ingredients: 10... Continue reading
This easy Jalapeno Popper recipe makes the perfect bite; crispy, creamy, spicy, cheesy… and quite honestly the best appetizer ever! Ingredients: 12 jalapeno peppers 6... Continue reading
Stuffed Anaheim Peppers with ground beef and cheese are a Mexican flavoured dish with just a little hint of heat. Ingridients: 4 Anaheim peppers (halved... Continue reading
Mexican adobado is a spicy marinade used on meats and poultry before grilling. These thin pork chops cook in a minute over a hot grill,... Continue reading
In the spirit of fall and everything pumpkin around here, I whipped up this tasty little pot pie. I loved using fresh pie pumpkins and... Continue reading
This Apple Salad with Bacon is easy to throw together and full of delicious flavor! Made with crisp, fresh ingredients with a luscious dressing, you... Continue reading
Any pungent blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Gorgonzola, can be substituted for the Spanish Cabrales cheese called for here. Ingredients: 1/3 cup pine nuts... Continue reading
These spring rolls are a refreshing change from the usual fried variety, and have become a family favorite. They are great as a cool summertime... Continue reading
This is a delicious and easy salad which takes little time and is a great meatless main course. It uses beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts... Continue reading
These Wraps feature crisp bacon, juicy tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and a special sauce that make these standout! You will love them for lunch, a snack,... Continue reading
Intriguing flavors and textures make this main-dish salad an instant family favorite. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples. Make pork roast the night before... Continue reading
This charred romain is dressed in a simple balsamic dressing and loaded with smokey seed clusters, blue cheese crumbles (from our favorite cheese maker!) thinly... Continue reading
This dish is forgiving so use whatever greens you have on hand–the key is good quality eggs which are far more flavorful and need less... Continue reading
Mache lettuce is also known as lamb lettuce, corn lettuce, Swiss lettuce and field lettuce. It is very delicate in taste and grows in little... Continue reading
Potato salad is as German as it gets! Every German I know has got their own family recipe that’s been handed down through generations. While... Continue reading
This salad that I’m sharing below is as simple as salads come but more delicious than anything I’ve had in a while. When you’re working... Continue reading
Beef carpaccio is a classic Italian dish that involves minimal cooking and makes an elegant starter or lunchtime dish. Because the beef is being served... Continue reading
Brown bread sandwiches with ham and a firey mustard and horseradish butter in it to give a real bite. Perfect for afternoon tea or picnics.... Continue reading
This is a great pasta dish. The hardest part of the whole recipe is cutting the escarole. It is fast, simple, and delicious! What more... Continue reading
Serve this simple side of sauteed radicchio with grilled steak, chicken, or Italian sausages. Ingredients: 2 heads radicchio, cored and torn into bite-size pieces 1... Continue reading
This is one of those hearty dishes that comes together quite quickly, with minimal fuss but is bursting with a lot of flavor and great... Continue reading
You won’t have a hard time getting a Southerner to eat their vegetables when you’re serving mustard or collard greens. This super fresh, garlicky mustard... Continue reading
The sweet-tasting squash is counterbalanced with the salty cheese and tangy arugula in this salad. Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash 2 teaspoons olive oil Coarse... Continue reading
Ample beefsteak tomatoes are the ones you want to eat uncooked: They are fleshy, big, juicy, and so delicious. Saving the skins and frying them... Continue reading
This is one of those easy, one pan meals that comes together quickly (after you make the vinaigrette) and tastes absolutely divine with all the... Continue reading
This frittata was just what the doctor ordered after a long and hot day in the fields. Simple, fresh and perfect for breakfast, lunch or... Continue reading
This recipe for Pork & Ricotta Meatballs with Roasted Garden Tomato Sauce is from the pages of the newly released cookbook Five Mary’s Ranch Raised... Continue reading
This recipe is inspired by Yotam Ottolenghi’s cookbook Simple. Thought I made a lot of alterations and ingredient substations to make this work with what... Continue reading
Today we’re starting off with a delicious Brussels sprouts gratin. This dish is bursting with fall flavors and is pure comfort food. It tastes amazing... Continue reading
This seafood gumbo is made with a variety of shellfish along with a classic roux, herbs, okra, and vegetables. Ingredients: 3 quarts water 2 bay... Continue reading
Crisp radishes turn sweet and juicy when briefly roasted at high heat. This is best served warm rather than piping hot. You can make the... Continue reading
I know that kohlrabi isn’t a traditional Thai ingredient, but its crisp texture and slightly sweet flavor pairs really well with the bold flavors in... Continue reading
Easy kohlrabi fritters, served with a wonderful garlic-herb cashew cream sauce. Perfect for breakfast or a light lunch. Ingredients: Sauce 1 cup raw cashews (soaked... Continue reading
This chilled cucumber soup is creamy, refreshing and the bacon gremolata takes it over the top. Aside from turning on the stovetop to fry the... Continue reading
Today it’s just this simple recipe for our members. There’s not a lot to say about it except that it’s freaking delicious and a breeze... Continue reading
This is one of those meals that’s just so darn cozy with its humble ingredients and familiar comforting flavor. They call it chicken soup for... Continue reading
Have you ever wondered how to cook broccoli rabe? This Italian-Style Garlicky Broccoli Rabe recipe is the best way to make it less bitter. The... Continue reading
Delicious in the spring, cut rapini before it flowers for tender greenery. Absolutely delicious and very easily adaptable for whatever’s growing in your garden. Ingredients:... Continue reading
These little egg cups make a lovely breakfast, lunch or dinner with a side of steamed veggies or whole milk yogurt for dipping. Not to... Continue reading
This soup is a lovely combination of flavors and is so darn creamy (without any cream!) that I can’t get enough. The tahini drizzle that... Continue reading
These tacos are fabulous. They are simple to prepare and bursting with farm fresh flavors. Taylor loved them so much and requested that I make... Continue reading
What’s better than a giant sheet pan salmon dinner? Leftover salmon for salmon cakes! This is one of my favorite excuses to cook up fish... Continue reading
This recipe fits the bill and we’re really happy with how this turned out. Smokey, spicy, nourishing and a breeze to prepare this stew is... Continue reading
These butternut squash biscuits are a great addition to your holiday menu and I love how easy they are to whip up and how delicious... Continue reading
This soup is absolutely wonderful. It’s spicy, sweet and topped with some crispy chorizo (we had our butcher make some chorizo sausage from our pigs... Continue reading
This simple roasted pumpkin and apple soup will boost your spirits on a gloomy autumn evening. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg this is a... Continue reading
This salad is a great main course that is healthy and satisfying. Fennel and beets are two of my favorite summertime vegetables and they pair... Continue reading
In the spirit of celebrating the “transitional season” and embracing what we have available local to us right now this meal of overwintered beets paired... Continue reading
However, the summer bounty continues to flourish and this late summer pasta is absolutely perfect. The eggplant and cherry tomatoes are braised in a little... Continue reading
This hazelnut crusted eggplant Parmesan is a great way to celebrate the pacific northwest bounty. This is a great base recipe to tinker around with... Continue reading
This dish is a lovely way to celebrate the cooler weather with what’s left of the summer bounty. Zucchini noodles have been our savior during... Continue reading
This tomato, zucchini and corn pie is a great way to celebrate the late summer harvest and when paired with a lovely almond flour crust... Continue reading