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It’s that time in the summer when our CSA shares give us everything we need to make ratatouille! There are many recipes for this classic French stew, but one our our favorites comes from The New Laurel’s Kitchen Cookbook. It is so simple, and with fresh ingredients the flavors just shine through. (more…)
This recipe submitted by a CSA member comes highly recommended! From Food & Wine blog, this casserole is made with chopped fresh zucchini that’s been sautéed with onion, then mixed with farmer cheese, a fresh form of cottage cheese you can find at some supermarkets. Serves 8. (more…)
Whether you are hosting a 4th of July party, or just like grilled vegetables, this recipe from the Jenessa’s Dinners blog has you covered. You can even prepare the wheatberries the night before to save time. This recipe serves 5-6.
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From the Washington Post, here’s a delicious summer squash and onion dish. The variety to use here is the pale yellow crookneck squash, but yellow zucchini (or a mix of green and yellow zucchini) will also be fine. Small to medium-size squash work best. Because they typically contain less water and fewer seeds, they will contribute more flavor and texture to the dish. Serves 4.
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Although the title says “cream”, there is nothing high fat about this soup. The creaminess comes from the farina and the puréeing of the soup. Serves 8. (more…)
Taken from the August issue of Eating Well Magazine, this recipe is made in one saucepan and goes very well with grilled meats. For a little sweetness, add a handful of raisins with the carrots. As presented, the recipe serves 4. (more…)
This may become your new favorite way to cook zucchini! Found on the Smitten Kitchen food blog, this recipe has become a family favorite. Make sure you cook the zucchini for a long time, until it practically turns to butter. Makes 6 quesadillas. (more…)
This recipe was originally from Bon Appetit magazine, and found on epicurious.com. It is easy to assemble by layering the ingredients (although the directions sound complicated!). The recipe makes two pans so eat one tonight and freeze the other for another day. A mandolin makes short work of the preparations. (more…)
This Lemon Zucchini Cake, found on the Mom on Timeout food blog, is definitive proof that lemon and zucchini belong together! Beautifully moist and undeniably delicious, this easy cake is topped with a lemon glaze that will keep you coming back for one more slice. An excellent way to use up that zucchini from your CSA shares! Serves 10. (more…)
This tasty zucchini garlic bites recipe found on the Grow a Good Life food blog combines shredded zucchini with garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and is served with a marinara dipping sauce for an Italian inspired twist. Recipe makes about 16 bites. (more…)