Gazpacho

A chilled summer soup that uses a bounty of vegetables from the market. Recipe contributed by Kathy Benton, a market customer. 2 large cans V-8 juice1 beef bouillon cube2 large tomatoes, chopped1 cup chopped cucumbers1 cup chopped green peppers1 cup chopped onions3...

Blackberry-Peach Cobbler with Praline Streusel

A delicious summer dessert using peaches and blackberries from the market. STREUSEL 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup butter, melted 1/8 teaspoon salt 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans   FILLING 4 cups peeled and sliced...

Tomato Pie

When fresh tomatoes are available, try this old-fashioned recipe. Fresh tomatoes (about 3 large), sliced, divided 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1/3 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons cold water 1/4 cup fresh basil,...

Honey Glazed Carrots

Braised carrots are cooked in a glaze of reduced water, butter and local honey. 1 pound fresh small carrots Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons butter 2 green onion tops, sliced 2 tablespoons julienned fresh mint (optional) 2 tablespoons local honey  ...

Tomato and Okra Stew

A wonderful side dish with fried chicken, meatloaf or macaroni and cheese. Or serve as an entree over rice with a fat wedge of cornbread. 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Salt and freshly ground pepper 3 cups sliced...

Onion Tart with Bacon, Local Honey and Fresh Thyme

The flavor of sweet, local onions blends beautifully with the saltiness of bacon and the mild bite of fresh thyme in this savory tart. PASTRY (see note) 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cold butter, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 teaspoon salt 4 to 6 tablespoons ice water...