Classic Garlic Bok Choi Stir Fry
Serves 4. 1 pound Red Dog bok choi2 tablespoons oil5 cloves garlic, minced Salt and white pepper, to taste1/8 teaspoon sugar Split each bok choi in half or quarters, making sure all of the pieces are relatively uniform so they cook evenly. Wash the bok choi thoroughly with cold water two to three times to remove any soil hidden in the bok choi’s base. Shake off the excess water after the final rinse and transfer to a colander to drain. It is important to drain the vegetables well since these veggies will release quite a bit...
read moreCheesy Gruyere & Turnip Gratin
Serves 2. 1 tablespoon butter1 bunch Red Dog hakurei turnips1 clove garlic, minced1/2 cup Gruyere cheese, or a cheese of your choice, grated1/2 teaspoon fresh or dry herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, and sage)1/8 cup heavy cream1/8 cup bread crumbs1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated1 tablespoon olive oilSalt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 375°F. Thinly slice turnips with a knife or mandolin. In a large bowl, mix the sliced turnips with some salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil and the minced garlic. (If you have a mortar and pestle,...
read moreSpringtime CSA Salad
Serves 3-4. For the salad:2-3 Red Dog carrots2 Red Dog hakurei turnips1/2 bag Red Dog pea greens1/2 bag Red Dog salad mix For the dressing:1/3 cup rice vinegar2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon sesame oil1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons sesame seeds1 teaspoon finely grated ginger root Peel and grate the carrots. Remove the greens from the turnips and grate the roots. Roughly chop the pea shoots. Toss all salad ingredients together in a large bowl. Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar. Shake vigorously for 1 minute...
read moreFrom Romeo to Roscoe: Names on the Farm
When I first started working at Red Dog, one thing I did not expect was all of the names I would have to learn. Now, I’m not just talking about the names of my coworkers (though there were about 15 folks working on my first day, and learning their names was definitely a challenge), I’m talking about their radio handles, the names of different crop varieties, field names, greenhouse names and truck names. To say I was overwhelmed on day one would be an understatement. How on earth was I supposed to learn all these different names?! I started...
read moreCilantro Kale Salad
Serves 4. For the Cilantro Vinaigrette1 bunch Red Dog cilantro, roughly chopped1 bunch scallions, roughly chopped2 cloves garlic1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons fresh grapefruit juice1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper In a blender or food processor, combine vinaigrette ingredients and purée until smooth. Pause to scrape down the sides of the container, if needed, to keep everything incorporated. For the Kale Salad1 bag Red Dog stir fry mix, thinly sliced into ribbons1 green apple,...
read morePaprika Parsnip Fries with Cilantro Lime Aioli
Serves 4. 3 large Red Dog parsnips, peeled and cut into ¼ inch strips1 Tbsp. smoked paprika½ tsp. cayenne pepper½ tsp. sea salt2 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted (or your preferred cooking fat)½ cup mayonnaise¼ cup Red Dog cilantro, finely chopped1 Tbsp. lime juice2 cloves garlic, minced Preheat oven to 425F. Using a large bowl, add oil, paprika, cayenne and salt. Add the parsnip strips, cover the bowl, and shake until all the fries are evenly coated with spices and oil. On a large baking sheet lined with parchment, spread an even layer of...
read moreMiso Glazed Bok Choi
Serves 4. 1 bunch Red Dog bok choi, sliced in half length-wise1 tablespoon yellow miso paste1 tablespoon maple syrup1 teaspoon tamari1 teaspoon rice vinegar1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish) In a small bowl, add the miso paste, maple syrup, tamari, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cut the bok choi in half lengthwise and wait for the pan and oil to heat up before placing them cut side down on a metal or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Sear each side for a few minutes, then brush the bok...
read moreFarm Clothes
There’s a painting called American Gothic by Grant Wood that depicts a man and woman in practical clothing on a farm. It has been inspirational as a slice of life, a piece of art that makes life look pretty predictable in the setting of a farm. Now, I am not sure where the artist was from, but out on the Olympic Peninsula, the weather demands a lot of the clothes that the Red Dog crew wears. Let’s talk about it. In the spring, the crew can go in and out of the greenhouses, along with facing the outdoor changing weather...
read moreSauteed Spinach & Leeks
Makes 4 servings. 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil1 small Red Dog leek, cleaned, trimmed and sliced into rounds2 cloves garlic, minced1 bag fresh Red Dog spinachSalt and pepper, to tasteGrated Parmesan cheese Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add leeks and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and sauté an additional 30 seconds. Add spinach and stir for 2-3 minutes until spinach is mostly wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
read moreCaramelized Leek Pasta with Raab
Serves 3-4. 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling1 large (or 2 small) Red Dog leeks, greens and all thinly sliced (about 1 pound)1 bunch Red Dog raab4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound pasta (linguine or other long, thin shape) Saute leek over medium heat in olive oil, stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes. Make sure heat is low enough so leeks don’t burn or cook to quickly. Meanwhile, bring several quarts of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Roughly chop the whole bunch of raab —...
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