Friends of Evanston Farmers Markets (FEFM)
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Japanese Eggplant Stir Fry
This easy side dish is great on its own or served over udon noodles. Long slender Japanese eggplant (also called Chinese) is less bitter and has a slightly sweeter taste than their Italian counterpart. It has thin skin and spongy flesh which quickly absorbs flavors. No need to peel or salt before cooking. Makes…
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Tomatillo Veggie Pozole – courtesy of Chef Ernesto from El Molcajete Sauces
Serves 6 Ingredients Directions 1. In a medium pot heat 6 cups of veggies stock. Add the hominy and let it cook for 15 min. 2. Add 1 jar of El Molcajete Tomatillo Sauce. Let it simmer for 20 min. 3. Serve in a bowl with raw cabbage, cilantro, jalapeños and tortilla chips as garnishes.
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Summer Sweet Corn Veggie Soup
Enjoy summer’s favorite veggies in this refreshing soup that cooks in 30 minutes. Makes 5 servings Ingredients: Directions: Tip:
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Easy Oven-Roasted Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a colorful classic French summer favorite made with seasonal “fresh from the farm” produce…tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant and basil. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: Directions: Tip: Ratatouille can be served warm or cold. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or up to 3…
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Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles
No canning equipment required! Just prepare and refrigerate! Makes 5-1/2 cups Ingredients: Directions: Tips:
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Fresh Peach Salsa
Fresh, ripe peaches flavor this easy to prepare “taste of summer” salsa. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: Directions: Tip: Use freestone peaches with fruit that easily pulls away from the pit.
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Sweet Peas & Pasta Salad with Bacon & Almonds
This easy to make pasta salad is perfect for a picnic, potluck or family gathering. Makes: 8 servings Salad Ingredients: Dressing Ingredients: Instructions: Tips:
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Garlic Scape Basil Pesto
Garlic scapes have garlic, onion, herbaceous flavor and are less spicy than garlic cloves. About 4-6 scapes equal one clove of garlic. The photo on the left of fresh garlic scapes is courtesy of the Glenn Family Gardens blog. This pesto is wonderful to serve over pasta or grilled chicken, to put on top…
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Roasted Purple Asparagus with Honey Mustard Mayo
Purple asparagus is sweeter, mild, and nuttier in flavor than green asparagus. It has a higher content of natural sugars than other asparagus varieties. It loses its purple color when cooked. Enjoy it raw, grilled, roasted, or steamed. Ingredients 1 bunch purple asparagus spears 3 Tbsp. olive oil Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon lemon…
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Strawberry Mixed Green Salad with Goat Cheese and Honey Walnuts
Makes 6 Servings Ingredients Salad 6 cups mixed greens (baby spinach and spring mix) 2 cups sliced strawberries 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese (or vegan cheese) 1/3 cup Honey Walnuts Honey Balsamic Dressing Honey Walnuts 1-1/2 cup walnut pieces 1/4 cup honey Honey Balsamic Dressing 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp honey 2 tsp. Dijon mustard ½ tsp. Italian seasoning…