Recipes from America's Small Farms
Ever contemplate becoming a member of CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), but stop short when you pictured all the odd-ball vegetables piling up in your kitchen? Sure it's great to support local farms, but what do I do with all this bok choy? Excessive amounts of new and unusual vegetables can often be the reason why people seeking healthy food options shy away from CSAs.
Well, shy away no more! Recipes from America's Small Farms by Joanne Lamb Hayes and Lori Stein, is here to help! With tantalizing recipes that incorporate the stars as well as the supporting cast of your CSA vegetables, you'll be armed and ready to tackle any basket of tubers that comes your way.
 Tired of potato leek soup? Try lentil-leek burritos! Sick of the same old steamed broccoli? How about a cold broccoli salad with bacon and onion? What's even better is that these recipes are organized by vegetable family in conjunction with other seasonal ingredients, making it that much easier to make the most of your CSA shipment.
Besides an in-depth look at every vegetable family, other useful features include:
- Quick salsa, salad dressing and herb combinations
- Tips for keeping fruits and vegetables fresh
- List of related publications on sustainable food and health
- Resources for finding your local CSA or starting your own
Eating with the seasons is one of the best ways to participate in a healthy environment and support local farmers. With seasonal expertise collected from farmers, CSA members and well-known chefs from across America, this book is a great cooking resource for CSA members new or old, or anyone with a penchant for parsnips or an okra obsession.
Sample some recipes from Recipes from America's Small Farms:
Greek Zucchini Cakes
Beet Burgers
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Recipes from America's Small Farms was published in 2003 by Villard Books.
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