Greetings to each of our members! Now that we're into Week 3, you're most likely feeling more comfortable with how all this works, and hopefully more at ease with trying new vegetables. I'm sure you each have your own favorite methods of preparing most of the...
For those of you who are lucky enough to have a spiralizer, this recipe is made quickly and easily. It take just a little longer if you are using a julienne peeler, but well worth it. This recipe was shared on the website "lifemadesweeter.com". Prep Time: 15 minutes...
Among the many Asian Noodle Salads to choose from, I selected this one for its versatility and the fresh taste of the lime. This was offered on the Gordon Food Service Store website (Gfsstore.com). Servings: 6-8 Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin Olive oil 1/4 cup Soy...
This colorful salad is the creation of Jennifer Segal, who blogs on her site, "Once Upon a Chef". Jenn is a professional chef who now cooks at home for her family, shares her delicious recipes on her website and writes cookbooks. She mentions that her favorite greens...
Your share box this week will contain fresh brats from Von Hanson's Meats. Note that these are not pre-cooked, they must be cooked thoroughly before serving.
Potatoes are considered an important staple food and the number one vegetable crop in the world. Because of their neutral starchy flavor, they are a good complement to many meals. They are available year-round as they are harvested somewhere every month of the year....
Zucchini is one of the many varieties of summer squash. It is excellent in replacing lost fluids on hot summer days as it is approximately 94 percent water. Low in calories and a great source of vitamins A, C, potassium and calcium, zucchini is easily digested and...
Beets are one of the most colorful, sweet and delicious vegetables to use, and they are so versatile! Use them either cooked or raw, and in your favorite recipes. They contain generous portions of vitamin C, A, and the carotenes. Using beet greens will also give you...
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...
Green beans are one of the few beans that can be eaten fresh. Green beans are often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles. When picked young, green beans are a wonderful source of vitamin K, fiber and folate. And what may come as a surprise to some...
