Thanks to Red Fire Farm for providing their CSA members with PYO strawberries and peas this time of year.
Thyme for Rhubarb Shrubbery
Rhubarb makes a sublime drinking vinegar. Blend with crisp ginger beer and garnish with citrus and thyme for a perfect porch drink during rhubarb season.
Rhubarb Shrub
Turn this drinking vinegar into a gorgeous pink cocktail, add to your lemonade, or just serve mixed into a glass of plain seltzer for a tart, refreshing, warm weather beverage.
Pistachio Rhubarb Bars
Recipe adapted from Smitten Kitchen’s Almond Rhubarb Picnic Bars.
Asparagus Salad with Avocado Dressing
This is my absolute favorite spring salad. The asparagus rules, but the avocado is really the star of the show.
Pistachio Paste
Like a cross between pistachio butter and marzipan, this thick and flavorful pistachio paste can be used on its own as a spread or as a base for colorful pistachio desserts.
Lemon Blueberry Scones
Classic combo. Super simple scones. Recipe from King Arthur.
Cinnamon Citrus Biscotti
Recipe slightly adapted from The Spice House. A lovely blend of cinnamon, orange, and pecans.
Coffee Cake
Recipe adapted from Ina Garten. Original recipe calls for a maple glaze, which I find totally unnecessary. The addition of orange zest, extra cinnamon, and definite use of walnuts is key for my taste.
Chicken, Fennel, and Grapefruit Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
The grapefruit fennel combo is so lovely, especially with the saltiness of feta, but the feta can be omitted for those who prefer no dairy.