Kale Pasta
Serves 2-4. 1 bunch Red Dog Farm lacinato kale, ribs removed1 garlic clove, smashed1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more to serve250g rigatoni or pasta of choiceLots of grated parmeseanLemon, to finishSalt & Pepper Boil kale in well-salted water until tender, ~7 minutes. Using tongs, transfer kale to food processor along with raw garlic clove and blend into a smooth puree, drizzling in the olive oil while blending. Taste and season well with salt and pepper. In the same pot of water, cook pasta to al dente. Keep 1 cup of pasta water...
read moreCorn and Salmon Chowder
4 to 6 Servings. 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces1 1/4 teaspoons fine sea or table salt, divided, plus more to tasteFreshly ground black pepper3 teaspoons prepared horseradish, divided, plus more to taste2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 shallots, chopped1 pound small potatoes, gold or red, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 quart vegetable broth3 cups Red Dog sweet corn kernels (save the cobs!)1 cup diced Red Dog slicer tomatoes1/4 cup chopped basil, dill or chives (or a combo of those)2 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, more...
read moreCold Peanut Ginger Noodles
Serves 6. Salt16 ounces Chinese egg noodles, spaghetti or linguine1 cup crunchy peanut butter3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons chile crisp, more to taste2 teaspoons sesame oil2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger1 1/2 cups thinly sliced Red Dog mini cucumber1/4 Red Dog red onion, thinly sliced, soaked in cold water2 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger, more for garnish1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, more to tasteChopped Red Dog cilantro, for serving Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to...
read moreSeasonal Worker’s Dream
For three years, I have written poems on this land (here).With empty hands and busy hands.Occasionally people read them. They say there is a mountain, by the sea of stars and other...
read morePotato Hash with Peppers and Onions
1 ½ pounds Red Dog red potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 Red Dog red bell pepper, thinly sliced1 small onion, thinly sliced1 teaspoon Frank’s RedHot or other hot sauce, or more to tasteKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper4 large eggs (optional) If using the eggs, adjust an oven rack to the upper-middle position and preheat the oven to 400°F. Spread the potatoes on a large microwave-safe plate, cover with paper towels, and microwave on high until heated through but still slightly undercooked, 4...
read moreBlackberry Corn Cobbler
Makes 8 servings. 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes, plus more for greasing the pan2 pounds fresh blackberries, lightly mashed1 cup granulated sugar1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon kosher salt2 ears of Red Dog sweet corn1/3 cup finely ground yellow cornmeal1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder2 tablespoons heavy cream4 teaspoons turbinado sugar, for sprinkling Heat oven to 375 degrees and grease a 9×9 baking dish with butter. In a medium bowl, toss the mashed blackberries with 2/3 cup...
read moreProsciutto and Melon Salad
Serves 3-4. 1 tablespoon champagne vinegarKosher salt and black pepper2 tablespoons olive oilHalf of one Red Dog romaine lettuce, chopped into bite sized pieces1 small Red Dog Farm cantaloupe, sliced or scooped into melon balls8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-size pieces2 to 3 ounces prosciutto tornFresh basil leavesFresh mint leavesBalsamic glaze (optional)Freshly ground black pepper Whisk the vinegar, salt and pepper while slowly pouring in the olive oil. Toss the dressing with the...
read moreCaring for the Herd
Between the vast varieties of fruits & veggies, we have another treat growing at the farm. When we have the pleasure to harvest near them, their cuddle puddles make us giggle, and their snorts demand our attention. We feed them leftover veggies and they gobble their favorites up; right now, that’s napa cabbage and tomatoes. I often see big smiles on our harvest crew during these moments. They also like rooting around for grubs and other soil dwelling desserts. It’s not every season we raise these cuties, but this season was a special one....
read moreFried Eggplant
1 Red Dog eggplant3/4 tsp. salt, plus more for seasoning1/2 cup all-purpose flour1-2 eggs1/4 cup milk1 3/4 cups panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese1/4 tsp. ground black pepperVegetable oil, for frying1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsleyMarinara or tomato sauce, for serving Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices. Line 2 large sheet trays with paper towels and lay the slices on top in a single layer. Season with a light sprinkle of salt all over both sides of...
read moreThe Taste of Summer
The season is transitioning slowly but surely. Crops are slowing down and new crops are coming on! I’m sad to see the raspberries go so soon, their time with us was short, sweet and a little tart. The raspberries were so fun to pick and very delectable. Bulk out season has commenced. Bulking a crop out means we harvest an entire crop once its fully mature and then store it in some fashion to then sell down over time. It’s usually a large undertaking with all hands on deck. We just bulked out all of our onions, which whoo man- it’s...
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