Seasonal Recipes
fresh recipes with a local bite
From the Market
Get to know the farmers, makers, and food behind your favorite market finds.
Fall Flavors from the Farmers’ Market
Corinne Hansch of Lovin’ Mama Farm shares two of her favorite ways to enjoy the fall harvest! Her sweet and creamy kale salad with dates
Warm, creamy, and full of fall flavor, this simple pumpkin soup brings together fresh local squash, aromatic spices, and a touch of cream for the
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 45–60 minutesMakes: Approximately 5–6 cups Ingredients *Ingredients available at the farmers’ market. Directions Tips: If you don’t have a food
Quick, customizable, and always delicious, this simple fall toast can be made entirely with ingredients from your farmers’ market haul. Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time:
Sweet, spicy, and savory flavors come together in this hearty chili, featuring seasonal favorites from the farmers’ market. By Andrea Grom Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 1 hour 30 minutesServes: 6–8 Ingredients Directions Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Homemade Farmers’ Market Vegetable Bouillon
Turn fresh market vegetables and herbs into a concentrated homemade bouillon that can be kept in the freezer and scooped out whenever you need a
Creamy Pesto Penne with Chicken
For farmers on the move, this easy and delicious dish gives them a boost to keep going until the work is done. Recipe by Andrea
Shiitake, Corn & Tomato Sauté with Fresh Herbs
Sweet summer corn, juicy tomatoes, and savory shiitake mushrooms come together in this quick seasonal sauté. Fresh herbs added just before serving bring a bright
Turn an economical cut of stew meat into tender, flavorful kabobs with this easy teriyaki marinade. Beth Bartell’s mom’s recipe, courtesy of Wintervine Farm Prep
Cheeseburger-Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Turn peak-season zucchini into a fun summer dinner with these Cheeseburger-Stuffed Zucchini Boats, filled with seasoned beef and topped with melted cheddar. Recipe by Aileen
By Andrea Grom Summer fruits and vegetables are quick and easy to prepare and so very flavorful. This fits the bill for long, hot days
Adapted from the classic Italian-American pasta primavera using seasonal farmers’ market vegetables. Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutesServes: 4–6 Ingredients *Ingredients
Classic Italian Greens and Beans
Recipe by Dan & Rose Fera of Leaning Birch Farm Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesServings: 4–6 Ingredients *Ingredients available at the Saratoga Farmers’
How to Take Care of Your Farmers’ Market Flowers
By Corinne Hansch of Lovin’ Mama Farm Local Flowers Learning how to care for your farmers’ market flowers begins as soon as you leave the
Beat the heat with this flavorful farm-fresh gazpacho from Phyllis Underwood at Shushan Valley Hydro Farm. Serves: 6–8Prep Time: 25 minutesChill Time: 2 hours (recommended)
Peach Burrata Salad is a fresh, vibrant summer salad featuring peaches, heirloom tomatoes, burrata, arugula, and basil, finished with hot honey, aged balsamic, and olive
A simple, customizable fruit crisp featuring seasonal berries and a buttery oat topping—perfect for summer gatherings. Adapted from the recipe by Alexis deBoschnek via Side
Adapted from the recipe by Yumna Jawad of Feel Good Foodie Fruit and yogurt parfaits are an easy, healthy recipe kids can make with seasonal
My dad recently requested chicken and biscuits for dinner because we had leftover grilled chicken and baked potatoes. It was quick and easy to whip
Recipes to Celebrate the Sweetness of Strawberry Season
Recipes by Corinne Hansch of Lovin’ Mama Farm *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market Strawberry Preserves A simple recipe (pectin free!) that is divine