Farm Update – Upinngil, Gill, MA

Clifford Hatch and daughter Sorrel Hatch of Upinngil Farm Upinngil Farm grows much of the Hard Red Winter Wheat found in your CSA share. They began growing wheat in 2005, with just five acres of crop. Since then, more acreage and improved processing and storage space...

Blueberry Corn Multi-Grain Muffins

As much as I love blueberries I often find blueberry muffins a little disappointing. They seem to be universally made with the whitest, most processed flour available. As a result, they lack the flavor and substance that I crave in the morning. In this recipe cornmeal...

Basic Beans

Pinto beans are widely used in traditional Mexican dishes. This basic recipe is simple and delicious served with cornbread (recipe here) or corn tortillas. It also serves as the “base” for other dishes. You can heat and mash them for Frijoles Refritos...

Spring Wheat Berry Salad

This simple but satisfying salad is made with fresh spring peas, mint and lemon. The marinated feta and toasted pine nuts add tangy and earthy flavors. For an additional kick I topped the salad with ground Sumac. If you’ve never used Sumac give it a try. It has...

Popcorn with drizzled dark chocolate

Popcorn is good for you. Avoid the ubiquitous bad toppings and you have a nutritious, delicious, whole grain snack that is high in fiber and low in fat and calories. Why not snack guilt free and indulge in delicious toppings like herbs, spices, garlic powder,...