New potatoes, spinach and string beans from Blueberry Hill Farm
Last week’s batch of potatoes was fantastic. There’s really no substitute for tubers plucked straight from the ground. After chopping them in half or in quarters, a quick toss in olive oil and a sprinkle of good salt and black pepper followed by a short roast in the oven is all it takes to maximize their flavor.
Sweet red cherries from Fruitwood Orchard Honey Farm
Vegetarian Cheddar from Hillacres Pride
I’ve sampled some of the Hillacres Pride cheeses and spreads during the past weeks but this was my first purchase. I’m looking forward to trying the cheese in an omelette made with the wonderful pasture-fresh eggs from Lindenhof Farms.
Carrots and radish pods from North Star Orchards
I must admit I’d never seen nor heard of a radish pod before today. Suffice it to say that they taste like, you guessed it, radishes, but with a lighter, more herbaceous flavor. They lend a snappy, peppery accent to a salad and can also be quickly sauteed as a side dish.
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David McDuff
McDuff’s Food and Wine Trail