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!
green mustard and asparagus frittata
This frittata is a delicious and filling meal which also provides a range of health benefits. Frittatas and quiches are both delicious egg-based dishes that can be customized with various ingredients - this one uses some of our favorite fresh spring green vegetables: mustard greens and asparagus.
Braised Kale, Turnips, Apple and Turkey
If you’re looking for an alternative to the standard root veggies and greens, you’ll love this sweet and savory spin on the classic braised greens. Making the most of sweet and savory versatility of turnips, the star of this dish is the roots and greens. Adding fresh grated apple and shredded turkey adds full body flavor without adding calories. his light dish could also be made vegetarian without the turkey by substituting apple cider for broth or vegan with your favorite butter alternative.
honey apple deviled eggs
This sweet take on a traditional deviled egg is a great way to celebrate our farm fresh eggs. Eggs are a simple starting place to get creative with your favorite flavors. In this case, fresh apples, local honey and a touch of cinnamon for an almost apple pie flavor.
apple, sweet potato, kale and quinoa salad
Adding roasted sweet potatoes and warm quinoa to this salad makes it feel just right for the cold days of winter. The apple and kale round out the flavor and nutritional balance. A great base salad it can be customized with more toppings or meat with whatever you have in the fridge.
roasted potatoes with ricotta and microgreens
The perfect recipe for small potatoes, this simple baked potato is best topped with just ricotta and fresh microgreens for a lightly flavored but filling side dish. Remember, all our produce is hyper-local and grown with good for the earth best practices, so even potatoes can be a healthy and new year’s resolution friendly option!
beet and pear salad
We love a good winter salad, this one uses beets and pears (or apples) that are abundant this season for a fresh crunch and with walnuts and goat cheese a well rounded flavor. Hope you enjoy the festive colors of this lighter meal in between or alongside holiday dinners.
broccoli apple soup
Broccoli loves the cooler weather as we roll from fall into winter here in NC. Pairing broccoli with apple may be surprising, but it turns out to be a really creamy and delicious soup. The apples sweet and tartness blend to hide away any bitterness the broccoli might have and help make the soup creamy with no cream at all.
miso cabbage
Made with pointy cabbage, this recipe makes the most of it’s sweeter, nuttier flavor. Simple and fast, this recipe can be the main course of a vegan dinner or used as tasty side with all the umami flavor of miso.
garlic parm sweet potatoes
This simple dish is a great savory way to use this NC fall staple in a new way. With garlic and parmesan cheese, this is not the traditional sweet side dish but rather a savory combo that works well alongside vegetarian or meat filled main meals.
sweet potato & beet stacks
A simple and healthy side dish, these roasted root vegetables are perfect for the hardy meals many enjoy this harvest season.
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.
butternut squash soup
Fall is a cozy time. This bowl of warm, creamy butternut squash soup is perfect for the cool weather. With a complex roasted flavor and a creamy texture this soup is all around good. It can be served alongside grilled cheese or salad for a simple meal or as a side dish alongside your holiday feast. This soup even tastes good leftover.
spiced persimmon tea
Ripe persimmons are a true sign of fall and spiced cakes and teas of winter around the corner. Persimmons have both native and imported varietals that can be grown here in NC. This tea, or infusion, is a delicious way to bring some spiced goodness into your fall without caffeine of a chai or traditional tea.
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.
Mizuna Lettuce Salad
This recipe is a refreshing spin on a side salad for any meal. The mizuna greens are a lovely compliment to crisp fall apples, and the dressing is really where the flavor kicks in. It is an easy and delicious combination the whole family will love.
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Fall has arrived, and with it, cozy dinner ideas are a must! This recipe pairs the subtle buttery sweetness of acorn squash with sage and thyme making a healthy fall dinner the family will love.
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