Lebanese Potato Salad
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Recipe By Urban Nutrition Initiative
You won't miss the mayonnaise in this potato salad. The lemon juice, scallions and mint give you all the flavor you need.
Archive for May, 2012
Portobello Salad with Chipotle Portobello Vinaigrette
Monday, May 7th, 2012
Recipe By Chef Jim Coleman
The pepper gives the mushroom a burst of flavor. For a quick meal, throw some boneless skinless chicken breasts on the grill, let rest while you prepare the mushrooms and fan some chicken slices around the mushroom. Drizzle with a little extra vinaigrette.
Lemon Salmon
Sunday, May 6th, 2012
Recipe by Jennifer Chandler from Simply Suppers
Give this simple supper recipe a try! You can also make extra and toss with some whole grain cous cous for a quick lunch.
Charred Asparagus Salad with Tomato and Mixed Greens
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Recipe By Chef Jim Coleman
Catch the asparagus before the season ends! This salad pairs well with a frittata or omelet for a brunch or easy supper.
Operation Hospital Food
Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Hospital food is no joke at Cooper University Hospital in Camden. Through the work of Fair Food and Common Market, Fran Cassidy director of food and nutrition, discovers innovative ways to bring healthy food to healthcare. Staff, patients, the community and farmers all benefit from a commitment to local food.
Blackened Tilapia
Friday, May 4th, 2012
Recipe By Chef Jim Coleman
For your next Friday Fish Fry replace deep-fried fish with this lightly sautéed version.
Floribbean Shrimp Salad
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Recipe by Jennifer Chandler
Jennifer Chandler lightens up a shrimp salad by using nonfat yogurt and a light lime vinaigrette. By adding mango, avocado and serving it over mixed greens, you also get some of your fruit and vegetable servings in.
Radish & Greens Soup
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Recipe By Chef Jim Coleman
Radishes are coming into the farmer's markets. The heirloom breakfast variety is particularly well suited for this recipe. And, you don't waste the greens!
Light Pumpkin Panna Cotta
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Recipe By Holly Chute, Executive Chef Georgia Governor's Mansion
Here's a Panna Cotta recipe that reflects the flavors of the season. It's an easy do-ahead dessert that is is a light finish to your Thanksgiving meal.
Vital Signs Ep. 1 – Part 4
September 19th, 2011
Noelle Dames looks to extending the Greensgrow LIFE program. While, Joseph Mitsouras and his family preserve their share.
Vital Signs Ep. 1 – Part 3
September 12th, 2011
Joseph Mitsouras shares how his family includes children in meal planning.
Move Over, Kale Chips! Kale Buds Are Here
By Lari Robling - April 18th, 2012
High Tunnel farming caught my eye because its extended growing season adds to the amount of local produce we get. While farm manager Aviva Asher was tidying up the winter crop to make way for spring, I discovered another benefit of local growing: use what you’ve got.
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