For those of you who are growing your own carrots, or who score some delicious carrots at a great price, you might be wondering how to use them! No worries – I’ve got an amazing round up for you with some great recipes from top food bloggers as well as great contributions from Untrained Housewife. […]
Growing Carrots in the Backyard Vegetable Family
Carrots are in the same family as celery, parsley, dill, cilantro, and fennel, and these plants can rotate as their own family in the garden. In Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) (affiliate link) I explain crop rotation for the home garden. Carrots are a fabulous root crop for the garden and will […]
Sweet Dill Carrots
For an easy side at holiday meals, gatherings, or just for a touch of health alongside all the cookies and candies, try this easy sweet carrot bake. Sweet Dill Carrots 1lb bag baby carrots 1/2 tbsp sugar 1/2- 1tbsp olive oil 1/2 tbsp dill foil to make packet The measurements are all estimated, […]
Raw Probiotic Creamy Carrot Ginger Salad Dressing
The title may cause some to wrinkle their nose and declare that carrots are best only when sparingly shredded on their salad. Trust me — this delicious raw probiotic carrot ginger salad dressing will take your mouth and your salad by surprise. The secret is the sesame oil and the miso, which add a delightful […]
Veggie and Potato Creamy Goulash
Summer vegetables and a plentiful potato harvest means a great opportunity for some summer vegetable and potato goulash. At least – that’s what we called it at my house. I’ve also heard it called goop, hash, or as this recipe developer called it – hodge podge. Whatever term you give it, this recipe is brilliant. […]
Kohlrabi Coleslaw for a New Twist on Slaw Side-Dishes
Kohlrabi is an unusual plant in the cabbage family that is enjoying a resurgence with home gardeners. Which is about the only way I know of to find it since it isn’t usually available in a grocery store produce section. They are super easy to grow and hold up to the heat better than other […]
Sweet Side Dish With Carrots
This is one of our family favorites when it comes to eating carrots and gives a deliciously sweet flavor to the veggies. The fresh zest of the basil combines with the maple syrup to make it a flavorful side dish. This recipe combines the zest of fresh basil, with the sweet carrots glazed with maple […]
Sweet Basil Steamed Carrots
Fall produce is some of my favorite and the recipes are warm, sweet, spicy and full of flavor. This recipe combines the zest of fresh basil, with the sweet carrots glazed with maple syrup. So good my kids asked for thirds. Ingredients: 12 medium carrots in 1/8″ slices 4 Tbl unsalted butter 3 Tbl pure […]
Creamy Cayenne Carrots
This is one of my favorite ways to eat carrots. The sweet flavor of young carrots is such a nice contrast to the zest of the cayenne that it makes a really delicious side dish. Try this on a chilly fall day with carrots picked right from the garden where they will keep under a […]
Japanese Crunch Cabbage Salad
A yummy Japanese inspired crunch cabbage salad.
Root Vegetables: Incorporating Seasonal Produce Into Festive Recipes
If you have root vegetables in storage, integrate them into your seasonal meals.