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!

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moist apple carrot cake

This recipe is a delightful and healthy twist on a classic dessert. Using simple ingredients and easy to make, this is the perfect dessert for any occasion. So why not indulge in something sweet and healthy at the same time? Give this recipe a try and enjoy the delicious taste and health benefits of fresh carrots and apples.

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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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broccoli, kale & rice casserole

This vegan and gluten free broccoli and kale casserole is packed with nutrition. A flavorful dish that fits every definition of a classic casserole by being savory, warm and always delivering a sense of filling for the family. This plant-based, no processed food take on a comfort food casserole will be a crowd-pleaser.

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southern collards eggs & bacon

Collard greens are a Southern delicacy. A member of the cabbage family that grows all the way until the first frost, collards are a quintessential fall green. Collards are great for fiber and they’re an excellent source of vitamins A, C E, and K, which fortifies bones, as well as magnesium, potassium, iron and calcium. While most people eat greens with lunch, dinner or supper, collards are excellent paired with classic breakfast of eggs and bacon.

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Stewed Cabbage with Eggplant and Sausage

One of the most traditional ways to cook cabbage, a fall staple here, is to stew it. Cooked around the world with various cabbage varieties, added ingredients and spices, stewed cabbage is a hearty, healthful, and tasty meal for cooler days. This simple recipe is a one pot twist on the tradition that adds texture and flavor with the addition of eggplant and sausage.

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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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Strawberry Arugula Salad

This recipe is a great introduction to spring! It is simple, requiring just 30 minutes and right around ten ingredients. This dish's light and fresh flavor are made even better by the crunchy pecans, adding serious heartiness and healthy fats. Split this recipe into two for a healthy summer entree. Or, divide it four ways and serve it as a side dish to your favorite friends and neighbors.

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