RECIPES
Welcome to our Garden-to-Table Recipes page!
Here, you’ll find a delightful collection of recipes that celebrate the fresh and flavorful ingredients straight from your garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our easy-to-follow recipes will inspire you to create delicious meals that showcase the bounty of your homegrown produce. Let’s embark on a culinary adventure together, using nature’s finest ingredients!
Pesto
Difficulty: Easy
4 Servings
10 Minutes
Ingredients
3 Cups of basil leaves
1/2 Cup Parsley
3 Cloves of Garlic
1/2 Cup of Pine Nuts or Pecans
1 Cup of Parmesan or Asiago Cheese
1 teaspoon Oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 to 2/3 Cup Olive oil
Salt to Taste
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender adding enough oil to make a thick smooth sauce.
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Add salt to taste
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Toss into hot pasta or serve with fresh garlic bread/ salads.
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Makes 2 cups enough for 4 servings of pasta.
Nutrition
Over 15 grams of Protein and Daily recommended intake of Iron.
Herbal Simple Syrup
Difficulty: Easy
10 Servings
15 Minutes
Ingredients
1 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Water
Small Bunch of Herbs
(Up to 1/4 cup) Squeeze of Citrus
Instructions
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Bring sugar and water to a boil
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Add washed herbs and optional citrus.
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Simmer for 10 minutes until the sugar is dissolved.
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Cool and strain out herbs.
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Store and use in beverages.
Nutrition
Can be used for Basil Lemonades, Coffee Syrups, and Spritzers
Sweet Onion Quiche
Difficulty: Easy
4 Servings
10 Minutes
Ingredients
9 in Pie Crust
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 1/2 pounds onions, thinly sliced
2 Large Eggs
1 Cup Heavy Cream
1/4 Teaspoon Nutmeg
Salt & Pepper to taste
Pinch of Paprika
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325° F
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Heat oil in suacepan. Stir in onions and saute over medium heat until onions are caramelized (20 min). Remove and set aside.
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Whisk together cream, eggs, spices in a bowl.
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To assemble, spread onions over pie crust. Pour over egg mixture. Sprinkle with paprika.
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Bake for 35-40 min, or until top is golden.
Nutrition
1 Serving of Dairy, and healthy fat
Minerals & Vitamins: C, K, iron, lutein
Kale Chips
Difficulty: Easy
4 Servings
20 Minutes
Ingredients
1 bunch of kale
1 Tablespoon olive oil
salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat an oven 350 degrees F. Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper.
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With a knife or kitchen shears, carefully remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and dry kale with a salad spinner. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
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Bake until edges are brown,
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10-15 minutes, tossing once.
Nutrition
1/2 serving of vegetables
Minerals & Vitamins: A, C, K, Magnesium, Folate