A New Technique opens up many new Ideas for your Brussels Sprouts!

Yep, I admit it – I’m a fan of brussels sprouts. Nope, didn’t used to like them. Anyone who remembers the days of old; boiled, rubbery round little balls with no flavor, know’s what I mean. I pan fry them, I roast them, I add all kinds of luscious things together with them like bacon and balsamic vinegar. I even make a dish with blue … Read more A New Technique opens up many new Ideas for your Brussels Sprouts!

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Didn’t think you’d like Carrot Soup? Boy will you be Surprised by this Recipe!

Ok, so I’ve had carrot soup at restaurants and many times it was way too carroty and basically tasted like something that was good for you, but wasn’t very good. When I tried this soup, I was thoroughly amazed because it is incredibly delish! Packed with flavor and doesn’t taste carroty at all. Mind you, I love carrots… but in a soup it can be a … Read more Didn’t think you’d like Carrot Soup? Boy will you be Surprised by this Recipe!

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Poblano Chile Pepper; why do they call it Pasilla?

It forever bogles my mind why U.S. grocers label poblano chile peppers as pasilla peppers. They are not the same item. A poblano chile is a mild pepper generally dark green in color,  3-6 inches in length and 2-3 inches in width. The dried version is called ancho or chile ancho. A pasilla chile, however, is long and narrow with wrinkled skin and is mild to medium … Read more Poblano Chile Pepper; why do they call it Pasilla?

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Showcase Your Array of Carrots in this Delish Carrot-Ricotta Tart

What a wonderful collection of delectable carrots I receive from my Talley Farms CSA program. I try to find recipes that will showcase their beauty as well as taste. This tart is the perfect way to accomplish it. Homemade Ricotta Cheese (recipe included), puff pastry and an array of colorful carrots make this a masterpiece! When using organic carrots, it isn’t necessary to peel them … Read more Showcase Your Array of Carrots in this Delish Carrot-Ricotta Tart

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Smooth and Subtle describes this delectable Carrot & Fennel Soup!

My Valentine’s feast needed a romantic, elegant soup to start the meal. With sweet orange carrots and fresh tasty fennel from my Talley Farms Fresh Harvest CSA box, I was stocked with the essentials for this smooth and subtle, purely delectable Carrot & Fennel Soup! The key to this soup is to slowly cook the vegetables to allow them to reach a deep rich flavor. You want … Read more Smooth and Subtle describes this delectable Carrot & Fennel Soup!

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