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Greek Stuffed Bell Peppers (Gemista)

Main Coursesfarmers market recipes, feta stuffed peppers, gemista recipe, Greek bell peppers, Greek comfort food, Greek stuffed peppers, healthy stuffed peppers, Mediterranean dinner, Mediterranean stuffed peppers, mediterranean vegetables, orzo stuffed peppers, rice stuffed peppers, summer bell pepper recipe, vegetarian Greek recipe

One of Greece’s most beloved summer dishes, gemista (meaning “stuffed”), celebrates the simple magic of ripe vegetables, fragrant herbs, good olive oil, and unhurried cooking. Bell peppers become meltingly tender in the oven while their filling absorbs the flavors of tomatoes, fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts, and creamy feta cheese. This version strikes the perfect...

colorful bell peppers baking in a white ceramic dish

Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Stuffed bell peppers are one of those wonderfully adaptable, old-fashioned comfort foods that never really goes out of style. They’re colorful, hearty, and practical — the kind of dish that makes good use of what you already have in the kitchen. Sweet bell peppers become tender in the oven while holding a savory filling of...

The farmers market stalls are glowing with peppers right now — baskets of glossy green, red, yellow, orange, and deep purple fruits, each one bringing its own flavor, fragrance, and personality to the table. This is peak pepper season, and each week the variety seems to expand. You’ll find sweet bell peppers for salads and...

Feed the Gut, Nourish the Brain: A Farmers Market Approach to Food as Medicine

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We tend to think about food in terms of energy, weight, or heart health. But there is another conversation happening every time we sit down to eat — one that links the gut, the brain, the immune system, and the trillions of microbes that live inside us. This connection is often called the gut-brain axis,...

Lemon Chimichurri Sauce

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Bright, tangy, garlicky, and full of fresh herb flavor, this lemon chimichurri sauce is a lively twist on the classic. Fresh parsley, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, chile, and olive oil come together in minutes to make a vibrant sauce that instantly wakes up grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, eggs, and grain...

Few foods taste more like summer than fresh sweet corn. Whether it’s served hot off the grill, quickly boiled and slathered with butter, sliced raw into a salad, or tucked into salsas, soups, fritters, and chowders, sweet corn is one of the season’s great pleasures. It belongs at backyard barbecues, beach cookouts, picnics, and easy...

Creamy Lemon Dill Marinated Shrimp

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This Creamy Lemon-Dill Marinated Shrimp is a make-ahead holiday appetizer with fresh lemon, dill, and tender shrimp. Serve chilled for an elegant first course.

Watermelon — Summer’s Sweet Hydration Hero

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Few things capture the taste of summer quite like biting into a slice of cold, juicy watermelon. With its vibrant ruby-red flesh, crisp texture, and natural sweetness, watermelon is a classic warm-weather favorite — but it’s more than just a picnic treat. This refreshing fruit is also packed with hydration, nutrients, and health-supporting benefits that...

Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon, Dijon and Fresh Chives

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Not every potato salad needs a bowl full of mayonnaise. This warm German-style potato salad has been bringing people back for second helpings for generations, thanks to its irresistible combination of crispy bacon, tender potatoes, sweet onions, and a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. It’s the perfect companion to burgers, grilled sausages, barbecue chicken, or smoked meats,...

Garden Herb Potato Salad

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Every summer cookout needs a great potato salad, and sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones everyone remembers. This Garden Herb Potato Salad celebrates the fresh flavors of the season with tender red potatoes, crisp green onions, and plenty of fresh parsley folded into a light, tangy dressing. Creamy without being heavy, it’s the perfect...