Hello everyone, Jalapenos make their first appearance in our shares for this season, one of several peppers we will be offering in the next few weeks. Of course, jalapeno poppers immediately come to mind, so we are including a recipe from Sara Welch. Most of the...
Diana Rattray shared this recipe on "theSpruceEats" website. Feel free to add a few more peppers if you like it hotter! Ingredients: 1 pound extra-lean Ground beef 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 1 cup coarsely chopped Onion 1 cup thinly sliced Celery 1 Tablespoon minced...
Sara Welch shares this recipe and a host of other kid friendly ones on her blog, "dinneratthezoo.com". Some people recommend pre-cooking the bacon slightly in the oven before assembling, to enable the bacon to crisp up enough. Toothpicks may be removed just before...
Found on the New York Times Cooking website, this recipe by Martha Rose Shulman can be used as a simple salad, served as a topping for whole grains, or as a salsa accompanied by grilled chicken or fish. Prep time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 to 1 1/4 pounds...
A convenient ready-to-go snack that is low in calories, celery is a staple for many of us. One of the most versatile vegetables around, besides its use as a quick snack, celery is used in salads, stir-fries, soups, and stews. Unlike some vegetables, it retains most...
Available year round, Yukon Gold potatoes are noted for their golden yellow-brown skin and shallow eyes. The flesh is distinctively moist, yellow and waxy. The Yukon Gold potato will keep its beautiful golden hue even when cooked. The cooked flesh has a creamy...
The active component in jalapenos and other hot peppers is capsaicin, which gives them their strong spicy pungent character. Tolerance levels in individuals can vary widely---use them in moderation at first. Eating cold yogurt or drinking milk will help dilute the...
Since cucumbers are 95 percent water, they help us replenish the fluids and minerals we lose on those sizzling hot July days. While containing small amounts of vitamins A, C, and a few minerals, they are rich in vitamin E. In addition to using as a snack, either...
An ancient staple food of the Americas, corn is often referred to as maize. When combined with most beans or dairy, corn will provide a complete protein. This is shown by the many traditional native dishes. Similar to other whole grains, corn is a great source of...
