There’s something deeply comforting about homemade food, especially when it’s prepared with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. In this blog post, we bring you a selection of comforting farm-to-table recipes, each crafted with love and the finest ingredients from the Peacham Farmers Market.
1. Hearty Vegetable Stew
As the nights in Peacham get cooler, a bowl of hearty vegetable stew becomes the perfect way to warm up. This stew is packed with the freshest root vegetables and herbs, all sourced from our local farmers.
Ingredients:
- A mix of root vegetables (carrots, potatoes, parsnips)
- Onion, garlic, celery
- Vegetable broth
- Fresh thyme, rosemary, bay leaf
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Method: Sauté onion, garlic, and celery in olive oil. Add chopped vegetables, herbs, and broth. Simmer until vegetables are tender. Serve with crusty bread.
2. Farm-Fresh Roasted Chicken
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of a roasted chicken, especially when it’s prepared with a free-range, locally-raised chicken. This simple recipe lets the natural flavors shine.
Ingredients:
- Whole chicken from the market
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary)
- Garlic, lemon
- Butter, salt, and pepper
Method: Rub the chicken with butter, herbs, garlic, and lemon. Roast in the oven until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender.
3. Homemade Apple Pie
Apples from Peacham are known for their crispness and flavor. This homemade apple pie is a classic dessert that celebrates our local apple varieties.
Ingredients:
- Fresh apples, peeled and sliced
- Sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg
- Pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- Butter
Method: Toss apples with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Fill the pie crust with the apple mixture and dot with butter. Cover with the top crust and bake until golden.
Conclusion
Each of these recipes brings a piece of Peacham to your table, offering comfort and warmth with every bite. They remind us of the importance of supporting our local farmers and the joy of cooking with ingredients that are grown with care and love.
Join us next time as we explore more farm-to-table recipes and the stories behind the delicious produce from the Peacham Farmers Market.