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Jerk Brown Sugar and Fig Glazed Salmon with Garlic-Ginger Sautéed Purple String Beans
by: Kareena Lee-Edwards
Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Peach Cobbler
by: S Michael Robinson
Baked Zucchini Chips
These crispy baked chips make a great side or appetizer. 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leves1/4 teaspoon freshly ground sea salt1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese1/2 pound zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch rounds1 tablespoon olive...
Honey Turkey Rollers
Edward Sezenov of Snellville Honey is a popular vendor at the Snellville Farmers’ Market. Here is a recipe he provided that would be great for lunch or as an appetizer. 8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/3 cup honey¼ cup prepared mustard½ teaspoon onion powder...
Gretchen’s Slow-Cooker Pot Roast
When the market first opens in June, produce vendors should have potatoes and carrots. Here is a recipe that features both: 2 tablespoons canola oil3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast6 carrots, peeled and cut in 2” pieces1 large onion, peeled and cut into several...
Tortellini Salad
This is a quick-to-fix recipe provided by Lt. Rob Pendleton of the Snellville Police Department. 1 (9-ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper4 green onions, sliced1 large garlic clove,...
Balsamic Roasted Green Beans with Mushrooms
A delicious and easy-to-prepare recipe for fresh green beans. 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarSalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste2 tablespoons grated...
Peach Cobbler
When peaches are available at the market try this great recipe from Wade Lipsey of Cooking with Bubba, a market vendor. 4 cups peaches, peeled and sliced2 cups sugar, divided1 stick butter or margarine1 cup all-purpose flour (see note)2 teaspoons baking powder (see...
Creamed Fresh Spinach
A wonderful way to prepare the fresh spinach you will find at the market. 3 pounds fresh spinach1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon flour1 cup heavy cream3/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2...
Heirloom Tomatoes with Basil and Feta Cheese
Heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors make a colorful side dish. 3 pounds mixed heirloom tomatoes1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper6-8 leaves fresh basil, snipped into small pieces2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1/4 pound feta cheese,...
My Boys’ Favorite Macaroni and Cheese
An easy recipe for macaroni and cheese that is made in the slow cooker. Add two or three fresh vegetables from the market and you have.a yummy summer dinner! 8 ounces macaroni, cooked3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk2 eggs, beatenSalt to...
Okra Fritters
A delicious recipe for okra. 1/2 pound okra 3/4 cup cornmeal 1/3 cup self-rising flour 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup vegetable oil Cut the okra into 1/8-inch slices....
Blue Willow Fried Green Tomatoes with Tomato Chutney
A signature dish from the Blue Willow Inn in Social Circle. 1-1/2 cups self-rising flour, divided1-1/2 cups buttermilk2 large eggs1 teaspoon salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper, divided3 green tomatoes, washed and sliced in 1/4-inch slices2 cups vegetable oilTomato Chutney...
Green Beans with Mushrooms and Bacon
Crushed red pepper adds a lively flavor to this dish. 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed8 bacon slices3 cups sliced shitake mushrooms (about 7 ounces)1/4 cup chopped shallots1/8-1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt...
Creamed Corn with Bacon and Leeks
The combination of sweet corn and smoky bacon gives this dish a wonderful flavor. 6 ears corn2 cups milk1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper4 slices bacon1 cup chopped leek Cut kernels from ears of corn to...
Chilled Blueberry Soup
A very refreshing soup. 3 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen blueberies in off season)1 cup orange juice1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 pint half-and-halfMint sprigs for garnish Place blueberries, orange juice,...
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...
Paula Deen’s Watermelon-Feta Salad
A refreshing summer salad. 1/4 cup lime juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 1/4 cup minced fresh chives 3 tablespoons olive oil 10 cups cubed watemelon (seedless or seeded with seeds removed) 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled In a large bowl, whisk together lime...