Eating with the seasons has never been easier — or more delicious!

Our recipe library is designed to help you make the most of the fresh, locally grown ingredients we provide. From vibrant summer squash to hearty winter greens, each recipe is tailored to showcase the seasonal variety that comes with eating local. We want to inspire you to embrace the adventure of cooking with seasonal produce and trying new ingredients, while making the process simple and enjoyable. Whether you're experimenting with something unfamiliar or just need fresh ideas for your staples, our library is here to guide you with easy-to-follow recipes for every meal. Let’s celebrate the flavors of the season together!

skillet eggs with squash

As the sun-kissed days of summer unfurl, our plates eagerly welcome the vibrant, farm-fresh goodness of roasted yellow squash. This simple yet sublime recipe captures the essence of the season with every bite, accenting the hearty squash with fresh free range eggs from our local producers. Yellow squashes, with their tender flesh and sunny hue, take center stage, offering a delicate, slightly sweet flavor that's beautifully showcased in this dish.

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crispy potatoes and eggs

Whether you're enjoying a leisurely weekend brunch or preparing a quick weekday meal, this one pan meal of crispy potatoes with eggs will surely satisfy your cravings and brighten your morning. So, embrace the enticing flavors and nourishing benefits of red potatoes as they take center stage in this delicious breakfast dish.

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roasted broccoli and smashed root veggies

This vegan take on a winter staple takes advantage of fresh broccoli that grows well through our NC winters and is flexible enough to go with any root veggie. This dish is full of texture and flavor. Root vegetables make it filling enough to be a main dish of it’s own right. Using cashew “cheese” instead of parmesan makes it fully vegan. If you eat meat or dairy you can mash the roots traditionally with cheese or butter and eat this as a side dish for any savory or sweet meat dish.

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Okra, Tomato and Chickpea Bowl

Okra is a southern staple that thrives in the July heat. Sweet Peas Urban Gardens have been saving seeds and cultivating particularly delicious green and red okra varieties for the past several years. This recipe is the perfect way to jump back into an appreciation for this vegetable for those who might not have grown up eating it, or don’t like the traditional stewed preparation. The secret is combining okra with another summer favorite - fresh field tomatoes.

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Crustless Zucchini Quiche

Quiche is one of the most flexible dishes. You can eat this fancy egg casserole for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This quiche calls for a healthy filling of sliced of fresh zucchinis and field tomatoes. Use dairy or vegan cheese and make it gluten free by going crustless if you are trying to lighten up your summer diet.

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Garlic Roasted Radishes

This week’s recipe is here to help if you are unsure how to use your box’s freshly grown radishes. Roasting radishes brings out the sweetness otherwise masked by the peppery kick that radishes are known for. Even if you aren’t sure you like radishes, try this recipe, and you just might become a radish lover!

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Easy Roasted Mushrooms

This recipe is a wonderfully savory, delicious dish that can be used as a side, topping, or even main meaty vegan course.

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Tomato Eggplant Zucchini Bake with Garlic and Parmesan

This dinner is not only delicious but absolutely beautiful with its vibrant colors and wonderful smell. This week, use your fresh produce to dish up a new meal that reminds you of classic Italian cooking. Your family won’t be disappointed!

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