Exploring Your Roots + Maple Mustard Glaze Recipe

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen When it comes to fall vegetables, I root for those parsnips, kohlrabi, rutabagas, and celery root. Unlike the delicate garden vegetables of summer–sweet peas, vine ripe tomatoes, tender lettuces–kale or cabbage don’t need to be enjoyed right away. Fall is a relaxed season for any cook; nature’s way of acknowledging that … Continued

Warm Up With Local Lamb Larb

Warm up with a delicious, traditional lamb larb recipe made with pasture-raised meat from our new vendor, The Lamb Shoppe. This dish showcases the best of in-season vegetables as well as local chiles.   Ingredients 2 Tbsp grape seed or peanut oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 lb ground lamb … Continued

Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry with Quinoa

Try this delicious recipe utilizing fall flavors and locally-grown, in-season squash, healthy chickpeas and warming curry flavors in a crave-worthy, easy dinner. Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp curry powder Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 cups vegetable broth 1 15 … Continued

BBQ Easy Meatball Kebabs

Ingredients 1 package pre-cooked meatballs (about 20) – thawed in refrigerator overnight 1 red bell pepper, cut in 1 inch pieces 1 zucchini, sliced ½ inch thick 1 yellow squash, sliced ½ in thick 1 cup barbecue sauce   Directions On metal or wood skewers, alternate meatballs, peppers, zucchini and squash pieces. Place on parchment-lined … Continued

Rotisserie Chicken and Spinach Pasta

Ingredients 2 Tbsp butter ½ cup diced red onion 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper 3 cups pulled rotisserie chicken 1 ½ cups cream ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish Juice from 2 lemons 1 – 5 oz box fresh spinach 8 leaves fresh basil, thinly sliced 1 package Sunrise Butternut … Continued

Do-It-Yourself Tostadas With Locally Grown Toppings

A fun, gluten-free dinner with changeable toppings (we recommended produce that is in-season and freshly grown from our favorite farmers) for picky eaters and vegan or vegetarian diets alike. Get frying and top your tostadas with both hearty and light toppings for a delicious mix of protein, carbs, veggies and healthy fats.   Ingredients Corn tortillas … Continued

Super Easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps

You need to try these delicious, fast, gluten-free and kid-approved lettuce wraps with toppings galore! Great for picky eaters and to encourage kids to try new veggies in the mix (chopped and minced veggies are easy to disguise within the recipe). The local, all-natural ground turkey gets kicked up with tahini and ginger, but is still … Continued

Lightning Fast Healthy Breakfasts

Prep these quick breakfasts on Sunday to have all week—ready in 15 minutes (or even less)! Now you’re traveling at the speed of life.   Hearty Breakfast Biscuits Make bite-or-biscuit size, depending on appetites!   Ingredients 1 lb Bulk Lakewinds breakfast sausage 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups flour 1 Tbsp baking powder … Continued

Salad Science: Healthy Kitchen ‘Experiments’ For Kids

Plants need different times and climates to grow and develop their flavor—that’s why you’ll only find certain produce at certain times. Eating in-season ensures the best taste, and veggies don’t travel as far to your plate, so they’re more planet-friendly. Ready to experiment with the season’s best stuff? Assemble a delicious salad using only what’s … Continued