Calling all Talley Farms Fresh Harvest CSA members – Have I got Something for You!!

If you are a Talley Farms Fresh Harvest CSA member, then I’m guessing you might have a few sweet potatoes sitting in your vegetable bin. Am I right? Well, I have something great for you today! If you follow me at all, you probably know that I seldom post anything twice. I usually refrain from re-visiting recipes or menus because… well because, there are just so many new … Read more Calling all Talley Farms Fresh Harvest CSA members – Have I got Something for You!!

A New Idea for your Butternut Squash!

When it comes to desserts, I don’t have a big sweet tooth. However, one of the things I do love is bread pudding. What’s also really nice about it, is that it doesn’t need to be made only as a sweet dish. A savory bread pudding is also a terrific idea as in this version with Butternut Squash, Leeks and Prosciutto! Super simple and easily adaptable … Read more A New Idea for your Butternut Squash!

Fruit isn’t only for Breakfast and Dessert!

I received the most amazing apricots in my Talley Farms CSA box! They are a perfect combination of tart & sweet. Left on the counter to ripen for only a day, they became tender yet not mushy – the perfect texture! Being my creative self, I wanted to do something different than just snacking on them or cooking them in a tart or pie. So … Read more Fruit isn’t only for Breakfast and Dessert!

Carbs that are Good for You!

Not all carbs are bad for you. If you want to get the most from your workouts and train at your peak, quality fuel is critical. Carbohydrates are your body’s preferred fuel source. In addition the need for carbohydrates is not limited to the body. Glucose from carbohydrates is the fuel the brain uses to produce the energy that moves and motivates you. According to Dr. Carol … Read more Carbs that are Good for You!

Move over Lasagne and make room for Ricotta Pie!

Ricotta cheese, eggs and Parmesan are a typical combination used in creating lasagne. Seriously, they work really well together. But they don’t need to be relegated exclusively to that dish. Throw out the pasta and add in some veggies and herbs and now you’ve created a yummy crustless pie that serves well as a side dish or light main entree. For my vegetable grouping, I sautéed leeks, Shitake mushrooms and … Read more Move over Lasagne and make room for Ricotta Pie!

Love this Way to Make Carrots!!

I get a lot of carrots from my Talley Farms Fresh Harvest CSA. I use them in tons of different dishes; chopped, julienned, sliced, whole and best of all served raw with an assortment of dips. They are some of the most flavorful carrots I have ever tasted. In the past, I have made a strong point against purchasing the little carrots packed in liquid … Read more Love this Way to Make Carrots!!

Succulent and Sublime; Fennel pairs with Chicken Two Ways!

Fennel is a wondrous vegetable. It’s aniseed flavor makes a delightful addition to a salad thinly sliced and crunchy. Once cooked, it takes on a sweet, licorice flavor. There are many parts to fennel that are used in cooking such as fennel pollen derived from the small flowers of wild fennel. Dried fennel seed is an aromatic, anise-flavored spice used in Italian sausage. Then you … Read more Succulent and Sublime; Fennel pairs with Chicken Two Ways!

The Best Recipe “Ever” for your Greens!

As you may have already read, I am honoring Sara Moulton this month and cooking up a storm with her recipes! I had a refrigerator full of greens from my Talley Farms CSA box and wanted to make sure I used them while they were still radiant and fresh. Since the produce I get from Talley is picked right from the farm the day before … Read more The Best Recipe “Ever” for your Greens!

A Lighter Version of Spaghetti and Meatballs

Do you ever crave a robust Italian dish like spaghetti and meatballs, but feel that it’s too heavy a meal for you? Well here is a great way to enjoy it without any regret. This version from Sara Moulton, is made with turkey meatballs and broccoli pesto served with orzo. I thawed some frozen broccoli pesto that I made with Chicken Saltimbocca several weeks ago. To complete this recipe … Read more A Lighter Version of Spaghetti and Meatballs

Reach Your Diet Goals with Garbanzo Beans

Garbanzo Beans are one of the best legumes for delivering fiber benefits and curbing your appetite. Tests have shown that people consume less food when supplementing your diet with garbanzo beans. They also have been shown to lower levels of LDL-cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides. In addition, consuming 1/3 cup a day will result in controlling blood sugar and insulin secretion. The insoluble fiber found in them can help … Read more Reach Your Diet Goals with Garbanzo Beans