Valarie Russell on January 10th, 2017

I  will be under the pavilion this Saturday from 10-12 am at the corner of Market and Bank streets with eggs! This Saturday we will also have greens available…  kale, spinach and baby lettuce.  Let me know what your needs are and I will have your order ready when you arrive. Just a reminder we still have some of our home […]

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Valarie Russell on December 13th, 2016

Repost… I found this recipe in a Better Home and Gardens cookbook… I received an entire set from my sister after graduation in 1976. I started using them soon after, when my son was small I ran across this recipe again and tried it just because of the name.  We made them together and left […]

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Valarie Russell on November 15th, 2016

Well this is my latest creation… caused by accident.  I just came back from Florida and brought with me bunches of fresh oranges, my thoughts were to make marmalade.  Having received the beautiful bottle of Orange Balsamic Vinegar for Christmas last year, I thought I might add a bit to my marmalade.  Well, not thinking […]

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Valarie Russell on November 8th, 2016

Any fresh vegetable combination will work; these are just my picks. I hope you enjoy as much as we do. I use Primo Oil’s 18-year Balsamic vinegar, it’s amazing.   2 red bell peppers, cut into 1 1/2-inch-thick pieces  Butternut squash, cut into 1 1/2 -inch pieces 1 head cauliflower, cut into 1 1/12-inch pieces 1 […]

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Valarie Russell on May 24th, 2016

This recipes isn’t mine, but one from the National Honey Board.  I attended the Taste of Home cooking school last week and this was one of the recipes we were taught. I thought I would share it this week, it’s delicious.  Hope you enjoy. 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 4 oz. each 9 cups – lightly […]

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Valarie Russell on May 3rd, 2016

It’s asparagus time, here is a delicious soup I made for Kenny using mostly stems leftover from pickling asparagus this week.  We had with a salad and some crusty bread I purchased at the market this weekend.   1 lb asparagus spears, trimmed 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 green onions, thinly sliced 2 cups vegetable […]

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Valarie Russell on April 26th, 2016

Asparagus is sautéed until tender and flavored with young green onions. This ricotta quiche is great for groups and healthier without the crust. Enjoy with a fresh spring salad. 2 cups asparagus, chopped bite size 2  green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper, to taste 4 large eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup ricotta […]

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Valarie Russell on April 12th, 2016

The splash of vodka works as a flavor enhancer, adding a little jolt to the creamy sauce. This was one of Kenny’s favorite meatless Monday meals.  I served with a small salad and garlic bread.   8 ounces uncooked fettuccine 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces 3/4 teaspoon kosher […]

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Valarie Russell on March 29th, 2016

This easy slow cooker soup is loaded with veggies, beans, and whole wheat pasta! It is the perfect meal for “Meatless Monday!  1 small red or yellow onion, diced  2 small carrots, diced  2 celery stalks, diced  4 cloves garlic, minced  1 1/2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces  1 (28 […]

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Valarie Russell on March 15th, 2016

Our  “Meatless Mondays” continue, this week was roasted Brussel sprouts. This was plenty for me but, Kenny opted to add a baked potato with his meal.  The Brussel sprouts were amazing. 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup onion, thin sliced ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, Coarse Ground 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed […]

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