Recipes

Farmers across the country raise this sweet, slightly nutty-tasting fish.

A flavorful soup that's a snap to prepare.

Toss wheat cereal and cashews with raisins, dried blueberries, dried cranberries, or chopped dried apricots.

Put all ingredients in blender and blend for about 20 seconds. If mixture is too thick, add a little more vegetable broth. Serve hot or cold.

Herb Roasted Potatoes

Roast new potatoes with fresh rosemary and a little olive oil.

New-Style Ham and Cheese

Pop these in the oven for seven to 10 minutes and serve with fresh fruit on skewers.

Oriental Greens

After combining ingredients, cover and chill for two hours before serving.

Roasted Asparagus

Roast for 15 to 20 minutes (depending on thickness of asparagus), shaking once to turn spears. Pour on balsamic vinegar and serve hot or at room temperature.

Red Rosemary Vinegar

To prepare as a gift, strain the vinegar into pretty bottles. Add a fresh sprig of rosemary to each.

Roasted Vegetables

Roast carrots, turnips, squash, and garlic for about an hour, stirring once or twice.

Southeastern Seasoned Catfish

Rub the fillets with spices, then broil for about eight minutes, turning once.

Summer Vegetable Curry

Serve with hot rice and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.

Stuffed Peppers

This meal is generally lightly seasoned, which allows each diner to add condiments to individual taste.

Vegetable Dip Mix

These ingredients are in the right proportions for one batch of dip mix. For a gift jar, keep adding a round of all five ingredients until you have enough to fill the jar.

Cantaloupe Soup

This is a picture-pretty first course for a summer meal. Make in advance and serve chilled.

Picnic Potato Salad

Flavored with fresh rosemary, this salad is perfect for a summer outing.

A Fruity Way to End the Meal

Naval oranges, ripe strawberries, and sliced bananas are served with a yogurt-ginger sauce.

Amish Potatoes with Lima Beans

Cubed potatoes are sautéed with onions and lima beans and seasoned with parsley and paprika.

Carrot-Oatmeal Muffins

These muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack. They get their crunch from chopped walnuts.

New World Salmon Florentine

This casserole uses chunks of fresh salmon with lots of healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Mandarin Stir-Fry Beef

Asian flavors combine in a dish that's light, filling, and full of nutrients.

Grilled Lemon-Sage Chicken

Fast, fresh, and healthy - a perfect dish for an outdoor summer sit-down.

Mushroom Barley Soup

A fast and delicious meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

Mushroom Crab Appetizer

Deliciously decadent, but healthy! Garnish with chopped red pepper for extra color or a shot of Tabasco for spiciness.

Crunchy Chicken Salad

The perfect solution for that leftover chicken!

Skillet Zucchini with Chopped Tomatoes

Fast and easy side dish that's ready in minutes.

April Fool

A quick English dessert of cooked berries layered with whipped cream.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Sweet and savory combine into a delicious Spring salad.

Strawberry Preserves

A healthy topper for toast, waffle or pancakes.

Seedless Raspberry Sauce

This takes some patience, but you will be rewarded with a rich, seedless sauce, perfect for topping anything from fruit, to meat, to chocolate cake!

Raspberry Mustard Dip

You can buy ready-made raspberry mustard, but you won’t find the depth of flavor you get when you mix your own.

Summer Squash Saute

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to cook, once you’ve cut all your vegetables. It’s a good dish to top pasta or serve with grilled chicken, lean beef, or salmon.

Brussels Sprouts with Mushroom Sauce

A perfect dressing for a perfect party vegetable.

Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Warm and simple comfort food for anytime.

Barley Pilaf

This is a lovely side dish for chicken or fish.

Updated Macaroni and Cheese

A healthier version of an all-time family favorite.

Lime Shrimp Kebabs

Add a green salad and fresh corn on the cob and you’re good to go.

Fruity Nutty Spinach

A salad that provides a host of health benefits.