One of our former plant vendors, Sarah Machado from Upstarts Organic Seedlings, is also a very fine baker and cook. Sarah shared her favorite pumpkin pie recipe. “This recipe is my twist on Libby’s famous pumpkin pie. The recipe makes two 9-inch pumpkin pies. If you have time, instead of using canned pumpkin, make your...Read More
Which kind of pumpkin is best for baking? Smaller is better – large field pumpkins, which are specially bred for Halloween jack-o-lanterns, are generally too tough and stringy for baking. Choose “pie” or "sugar" pumpkins or other flavorful varieties, such as Sugar Baby. Small and sweet, with dark orange-colored flesh, they're perfect for pies, muffins,...Read More
It was impossible to decide whether to buy nectarines or peaches at the Farmers Market several weeks ago, as both were so incredibly sweet, juicy, and flavorful. So I bought some of each, and made a fabulous pie with them! Nectarines have a little more natural acidity than peaches, whereas ripe peaches are full-on sweet....Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cups rhubarb, chopped 1 cup Mora Family Farm raspberries 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 cup sugar 1 small package strawberry Jell-O 1 unbaked pastry shell, plus pastry for lattice top METHOD: In a large mixing bowl, combine rhubarb, raspberries, eggs, cornstarch, sugar, and Jell-O. Pour mixture into a 9-inch pastry pie...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 tablespoons minute tapioca 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup sugar 2 cups dried apricots, cooked and drained (reserve water) 1 cup hot apricot juice (reserved from cooked apricots above) 1 unbaked pastry shell and pastry for lattice top 1 small can (1 cup) crushed pineapple (optional) METHOD: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine tapioca,...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 recipe for a 9-inch double pie crust 4 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup sugar 4 cups pitted cherries* 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 tablespoons butter METHOD: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place bottom crust in pie pan. Set top crust aside, covered. In a large...Read More
These old fashioned hand pies are perfect for summer picnics. Make a double batch — they will go quickly! INGREDIENTS: Filling: 8 ounces dried apricots 1 cup sugar 2 cups water 1/4 cup butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Dough 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shortening 1/2 cup...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups butter-flavored shortening 1 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons cold water 1 egg 1 teaspoon vinegar 8-10 large apples* 3/4 cups white sugar 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 cups brown sugar METHOD: Crust To make the crust, mix 3 cups flour, shortening, and salt together in...Read More
This dessert is very simple and quick to make and keeps in the freezer for over a week – it’s a great dessert to make ahead for a dinner party. INGREDIENTS: Crust 16 whole graham crackers 1/4 cup sugar 6 tablespoons melted butter Filling 2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk 1 1/4 cups fresh lemon...Read More
“This gluten-free, dairy-free torte will surpass your expectations. It did mine. It is rich, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. It’s perfect for vegans as well as those of us who can’t tolerate gluten or dairy. A sensational, show-stopping dessert.” — Patricia Rain INGREDIENTS: 1 cup almonds, finely ground 1/4 cup cocoa powder, sifted 1/2 cup granulated...Read More
