CISA – Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture

Recipes and Cooking Tips

In addition to the recipes listed below, check out which farms and local food bloggers CISA staff read for inspiration.

Valley Bounty: Carrots

February 20, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Carrots, Valley Bounty Recipes

The invention of “baby cut” carrots in 1986 boosted US carrot consumption enormously—and that’s a good thing, all told, for large carrot farmers and for[...]

Valley Bounty: Panna Cotta

February 13, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Maple, Milk, Valley Bounty Recipes

Want a fancy, easy-to-make Valentine’s Day dessert that features local ingredients? Panna Cotta is a very simple pudding, made with milk or cream and little[...]

Valley Bounty: Sweet Potatoes

February 6, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Sweet Potatoes, Valley Bounty Recipes

Sweet potatoes store beautifully, making them a great way to eat more local in the winter. My father calls them “American’s most under-rated vegetable,” and[...]

Many Ways to Savor Your Winter Farmers’ Market Bounty

February 2, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips

The Recorder, February 2nd, 2016, by Mary McClintock. Tourtiere is that feel good smell and warm presence of shepherd’s pie with the savory addition of a[...]

Valley Bounty: Beets

January 30, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Beets, Valley Bounty Recipes

Google beets, and the top returns promise super health benefits and sell beet powder. I was more interested in beets as regular, delicious, food, and[...]

Valley Bounty: Chicken

January 23, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Chicken, Valley Bounty Recipes

For those who eat meat, chicken is an all-purpose food, associated with summer barbecues and winter comfort meals alike. Roasting a whole chicken can provide[...]

Valley Bounty: Pickles

January 16, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Pickles, Valley Bounty Recipes

Pickles provide a refreshing counterpoint to warm winter foods, and they’re easy to make—this time of year, possible ingredients include radishes, turnips, onions, carrots, or[...]

Valley Bounty: Winter Squash

January 9, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Squash, Valley Bounty Recipes, Winter Squash

I am a fan of winter squash soup. I like how it’s possible to vary the flavors—add a celeriac, for example, or frozen peppers and[...]

Valley Bounty: Warm Milk Drinks

January 2, 2016 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Honey, Milk, Valley Bounty Recipes

Now that we’re finally having some wintry weather, it’s time to remember the many delicious ways to enjoy warm milk. First, of course, there’s hot[...]

Valley Bounty: Popcorn

December 26, 2015 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Corn, Popcorn, Valley Bounty Recipes

Local popcorn fits the bill when you’re looking for food that’s fun and healthy. It’s got entertainment and educational value for kids, who often have[...]

Valley Bounty: Kale

December 19, 2015 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Kale, Valley Bounty Recipes

As kale’s star has risen, the number of recipes for kale smoothies, chips, and salads has multiplied. This plenty notwithstanding, at my house we return[...]

Valley Bounty: Homemade Gifts

December 12, 2015 Posted in: Recipes and Cooking Tips, Valley Bounty Recipes

If you like the idea of giving homemade gifts using local ingredients, but didn’t stock your pantry all summer long, never fear! There are lots[...]

Recipes and Cooking Tips

Find It Locally