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Cookbook Feature: English Pea And White Bean Salad
English Pea And White Bean Salad With Spring Herb Chimichurri reflects Deumling’s motto, also the name of her business — Cook With What You Have..
Vendor Profile: Gathering Together Farm
John Eveland and Sally Brewer, husband and wife owners of Gathering Together Farm, first started with the Portland Farmers Market soon after…
Recipe: Radish, Mâche & Arugula Salad with Nettle-Cashew Cream
This salad recipe comes from our Portland Farmers Market Cookbook, out May 24! Until then, take advantage of this recipe sneak peek …
Pickled Asparagus & Fiddleheads
Asparagus has a relatively short season at our market, and for good reason: it’s healthier and tastier the fresher it is. But if you just can’t imagine limiting yourself, try this recipe by David Barbur of…
Delicious Salad Recipes Using Carrots and Beets by Local Chef
Here are two simple salad recipes that showcases carrots and beets, two vegetables that are available at the farmers market now.
Recipe: Nicki’s Gingery Apple Cake with Cider Glaze
This past Sunday morning, armed with our region’s best ingredients, I picked up one of my favorite cookbooks – The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook for inspiration…
Red Beet & Olive Oil Chocolate Cake
This cake is perfect for the fall and winter months, when you may be craving something rich yet not too heavy. It isn’t overly sweet, and the beets and olive oil lend an earthy…
Recipe: Rosemary-Feta Lamb Sausage and Autumnal Vegetable Slaw
This recipe comes from Jake Sheffield of Cristom Vineyards as part of our Chef in the Market series. Aside from the spices, all of these ingredients…
Recipe: Delicata Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad
This salad is the perfect side to a Thanksgiving meal because it can be made ahead of time and served…
Recipe: Roasted Acorn Squash with Walnuts and Cranberries
Acorn squash is not only super tasty, but it’s also beautiful, inside and out. Mix it with tart cranberries and crunchy walnuts and you get a perfect autumn side dish.