February 22 is National Cook a Sweet Potato Day! Did you know that in 1943 Americans ate an average of 21.5 pounds of sweet potatoes each year and now we only eat about 4 pounds per year? Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins, including vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin C, manganese, copper, pantothenic acid and vitamin… Read More →
Rosemary Applesauce Makes about 3 cups Serve this with pork chops or roasted chicken from Sunshine Harvest Farm or as an accompaniment to a farmstead cheese plate. It will keep about 1 week, covered, in the refrigerator. 2 cups unsweetened apple cider 4 fresh rosemary sprigs 3-1/2 pounds (about 7 to 8 medium tart apples),… Read More →
From Supenn Harrison of Sawatdee Makes 2 servings Fried rice, now a Thai favorite, originated in China. Smart cooks know that fried rice is a great way to use up leftovers: meats, vegetables, or both. Ingredients 2 cups cold cooked rice (white or brown rice) 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1… Read More →
by Mary Jane Miller, Sustainable Farming Association of MN Serves 8 Perfect Hard Cooked Eggs Arrange eggs in a single layer in a saucepan. Cover with at least 2 inches of cold water. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Drain and cool in ice water of under… Read More →
