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Table Of Contents
Introductions:
The Time Is Ripe for Organic! . . ix
The Carmel Valley Farm Stand and Organic Kitchen. . xix
Why We’re Committed to Organic Foods and Farming .. xxiii
Chapter 1: It All Began with Raspberries . . . . 3
A delicious recipe tribute to the crop that got Earthbound Farm started. Begin the day with warm Raspberry Corn Muffins spread with fresh Apricot Raspberry Jam, and end it with creamy Raspberry-Lemon Crèmes Brûlées or Red Raspberry Ice Cream. What could be better?
Chapter 2: Soups . . . 25
Enjoy a full array of tempting, innovative soups any time of the year. Choices include Summer Harvest Soup, Sweet Corn Chowder, Golden Tomato Gazpacho, Tuscan White Bean Stew, Roasted Winter Squash Soup, Hearty Cauliflower Bisque, and Simply Chicken Soup.
Chapter 3: Leafy Green Salads . . . 63
There’s nothing like a selection of fresh leafy greens to enhance a meal. And they shine in Spring Mâche Salad with Kohlrabi, Radishes, and Peas; Baby Greens Salad with Grilled Figs and Walnuts; Grilled Caesar Salad; Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad; Farm Stand Greek Salad, and more.
Chapter 4: Meat and Poultry Main Dishes. . 111
Sizzling Steak and the Goodman Family Olive Sauce, Merlot-Braised Short Ribs with Cipollini Onions, Maple- Brined Pork Chops, Lamb Curry with Saffron Couscous, Kathy’s Rosemary- Roasted Chicken, and Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are just a small sampling of the surefire winners in this chapter.
Chapter 5: Fish and Shellfish . . . 159
Although there are no USDA standards for organic seafood, there are still plenty of reasons to enjoy the health benefits of flavorful fish dishes like Ginger Lime Salmon, Roasted Halibut in Mediterranean Green Sauce, and Seared Tuna with a Fennel-Coriander Crust. And for shellfish lovers, there’s Grilled Shrimp with Tropical Salsa, a savory Monterey Cioppino, and more.
Chapter 6: Pasta and Vegetarian Main Dishes. . . 183
Inviting pasta dishes to add to your repertoire include Grilled Vegetable Lasagna, Ziti with Ratatouille, and Creamy Macaroni and Three Cheeses. Plus prepare a luscious “Wild” Mushroom Ragout with Polenta, Stir-Fried Tofu with Green Beans and Shiitake Mushrooms, and a Fresh Tomato Pizza.
Chapter 7: Side Dishes . . 221
Roasted Balsamic Artichokes, Sautéed Ginger Baby Bok Choy, Summer Corn Pudding, Blue Cheese Smashed Potatoes, Garlicky String Beans, Creamed Parmesan Spinach, and Provençal Tomato, Eggplant, and Zucchini Tian— are a few of the sides that are so good, you may just want to make a meal of them.
Chapter 8: Breakfast and Brunch . 277
Great dishes to start the day include Earthbound Farm’s Famous Maple Almond Granola, Apple Nut Pancakes, Spanish Egg “Soufflé Cake,” a Classic Omelet, and Mama Fries. And when you have the urge to bake, enjoy a Cinnamon Walnut Coffee Cake.
Chapter 9: Desserts . 319
Nothing ends a meal better than something sweet—and there’s something here for everyone: Chocolate Lover’s Brownies, Farm Stand Carrot Cake, Cranberry-Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble, Fresh Peach Pie, and a Cherry Panna Cotta. And, the recipe for the bestselling Earthbound Farm Ginger Snaps!
Chapter 10: Basics. . 371
A selection of homemade stocks, sauces, vinegars, and other staples to keep on hand in the pantry and refrigerator.
Conversion Tables 390
Index . 391
Photo Credits . 402
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