Pumpkin Leek Soup
1 Red Dog pie pumpkin2 Red Dog leeks1/2 Red Dog yellow onion1 stalk Red Dog celery1 Red Dog carrot6 cloves garlic3 Tbsp. butter or alternative oil6 cups chicken or vegetable brothSeveral tsp. Red Dog sage, choppedSeveral tsp. Red Dog thyme, choppedSeveral Tbsp. maple syrup1/4 tsp. cinnamon1/4 tsp. cayenne pepperSalt & pepper to taste1 bay leaf1/8 tsp. nutmegDollop whipped cream (no sugar added), regular cream (not whipped), or coconut cream Bake the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds. Scoop out the flesh and blend until smooth. Set...
read moreStrawberry Cantaloupe Salad
Makes 3-4 servings. 2 cups Red Dog strawberries, chopped into quarters1 Red Dog cantaloupe, scooped into ballsZest of one limeJuice of one lime3 teaspoons cane sugar¼ cup mint, roughly chopped Combine the strawberries and cantaloupe into a medium mixing bowl. Mix the lime zest, lime juice, sugar, and mint in a small bowl till thoroughly combined. Top the fruit with the lime mixture and stir to combine. Serve immediately or allow to chill in the refrigerator for one hour before serving, to allow the flavor to...
read moreFresh Corn & Tomato Salad
Makes 4 servings. 3 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon white wine vinegar1 garlic clove mincedPinch of red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper2 ears Red Dog corn, kernels cut off the cobs1 blue container Red Dog sungold tomatoes, quartered2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated1 tablespoon chopped parsley In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to make a vinaigrette. Stir the corn kernels, tomatoes and white scallions into the vinaigrette....
read moreSweet Cabbage Strudel
No, really, you can make a sweet pastry using green cabbage! It’s not as overwhelmingly sweet as, say, birthday cake, but sweet enough to be served as part of a brunch spread, like a kugel or blintz dish, or even as an appetizer. Makes 6 servings. ½ cup raisins12 tablespoons butter, divided¼ cup sugar3 tablespoons lemon juice1 granny smith apple, cored and shredded6 cups Red Dog green cabbage, shredded¼ teaspoon salt½ cup creme fraiche or sour cream5 large sheets of phyllo dough¼ cup bread crumbs Preheat oven to 375. Soak raisins...
read moreWelcoming September
On Sunday, someone came up to me at the Chimacum Farmers Market and mentioned how quiet it was. The sun had just tucked itself into a cloud and mist filled the space between us, and I agreed – it was calm and relaxed, a stillness that I’d forgotten about. It’s like a gulp of air after diving deep underwater, or a gentle plateau at the top of a hill: the coming of fall. I used to dread it, knowing the clouds would gather thick and low, and remembering the inescapable cold-sweaty socks and the nights that begin...
read moreCauliflower Cheese
Serves 6. 1 large Red Dog cauliflower, broken into pieces2 cups milk4 Tbsp. flour3.5 Tbsp. butter3.5 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated2-3 Tbsp. breadcrumbs (optional) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil, then add cauliflower pieces, and cook for 5 minutes. Drain the cauliflower, then tip into an ovenproof dish. Put the saucepan back on the heat and add milk, flour and butter. Keep whisking fast as the butter melts and the mixture comes to the boil. The flour will disappear and the sauce will begin...
read moreBLT
Makes 1 hearty sandwich. 2 slices thick slices hearty white bread4 teaspoons butter, soft3 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices thin-cut bacon4 leaves Red Dog red butter lettuce1 Red Dog heirloom tomato1/2 perfectly ripe avocadoSalt and pepper Start by frying your bacon. When the bacon is crispy (but not TOO crispy!), take it out and remove to a paper-towel lined plate. Tear each slice of bacon in half so there are 8 strips. Keep warm until ready to assemble. While the bacon is cooking, prepare your bread. Spread both sides of your bread...
read moreParmesan Cilantro Corn
1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, mincedKernels from 3 ears Red Dog corn, cut off the cob1/2 tablespoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/6 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/6 cup heavy cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon black pepper1/4 cup Red Dog cilantro, chopped In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. When butter is foamy, add the garlic and corn and stir to coat in butter. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add lime juice, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the corn and cook for 2 more...
read moreOutdoor Adventures with Veggies
In my time at Red Dog Farm I have done a lot of exploring in Olympic National Park and National Forest. While I am out on my adventures I almost always bring fresh veggies from the farm with me. As the seasons have changed from spring to summer and now starting to turn to fall, I have been eating different vegetables in different beautiful places. Before I start a hike or climb I make sure to pack my bag properly with water, an extra layer, headlamp (just in case), snacks, and of course a few Red Dog vegetables.I have spent a lot of...
read moreCelery & Sausage Pasta
Serves 4. 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb. ground pork sausage3 cloves garlic, peeled & minced3 cups chopped Red Dog celery, both stems & leaves1/4 cup fresh parsley leavesSalt & pepper to tasteRed pepper flakes (optional)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 pound pastaGrated pecorino romano cheese Place a large pot of salted water on to boil for the pasta. Cook the sausage meat in a frying pan with the olive oil, using two forks to break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Cook until light brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes....
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