Norman’s Gazpacho
By Francesca Patterson Through my years of working with Norman’s Farm Market, I have learned that the best and most efficient way of describing their farm is by calling it a gazpacho farm (or a ratatouille farm, that gets the point across too). Their land produces all the necessary ingredients for this classic cold summer […]
Zucchini & Tomato Summer Medley
by Francesca Patterson Sometimes simplicity is superior. Zucchini, one of the summer’s most bountiful yields, has so much to offer on its own. With just a few complementary flavors, it can be turned into a savory and wholesome dish. My mom learned how to make this while she was living in Italy. She has continued […]
Snow Peas with Shallots & Sesame Seeds
by Francesca Patterson The first month of summer has brought all different sorts of legumes to the stands. There are round sugar snap peas, colored wax beans, and these delicate snow peas that have made me crave a fresh stir fry. They can be enjoyed raw or cooked in a variety of ways to create […]
Candy Cane Beet, Carrot, & Kohlrabi Summer Slaw
by Francesca Patterson I had never seen or heard of Kohlrabi until my first day at Norman’s. They look like these purple and green turnip-apple-cabbage things, I was completely perplexed by them. Kohlrabi came to us from Germany and is a relative of cabbage, broccoli, and kale. To be honest, I had been kind of ignoring them […]
Strawberry Rhubarb Breakfast Bombs
by Francesca Patterson As a child, I remember my mom making strawberry rhubarb pies in the summertime. They were my father’s favorite, and I always loved them too. It wasn’t until I got older and realized the true beauty of rhubarb. Rhubarb is one of the first crops to pop up after wintertime and since […]