Summer Recipes

Even though it is July, comfort food always hits the spot. This is a delicious casserole that one of our volunteers created using primarily market ingredients. It has a ton of flavor, a little [...]

Okra is one of my favorite summer veggies. I like okra more than I like tomatoes! Unfortunately, okra is often a misunderstood veggie. This recipe is the secret to getting flavorful and crunchy [...]

When you shop at Western Wake Farmers Market in July you will see tomatoes everywhere! Locally grown tomatoes have so much flavor that you will not find in a store bought tomato. Assuming you [...]

Zucchini ribbons and zucchini ‘noodles.’ You have probably heard all about them. If you have not tried them out, now is the time! They are light, easy to prepare and rich in copper, [...]

Who says salads have can’t have melon in them?! This salad makes a cool treat for those hot summer days. The best part? Kids love it too! INGREDIENTS 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and [...]

There are so many tomatoes and market right now and we never get tired of creating recipes with them! This warm summer dish pairs wonderfully with a roasted market chicken from one of our meat [...]

We love this creative oyster mushroom recipe from Fox Farm & Forage. You get your BBQ fix AND a serious serving of healthy veggies. You can find the mushrooms, kale, carrots, and bread for [...]

Jennifer Singh from Nutritionally Balanced Kitchen came to market at the perfect time!  Using fresh corn, local tomatoes and local peaches she created this delicious summer salad!  If you missed [...]

On Tomato Day, Jim Pelligrini, WWFM’s President shared a wonderful tomato pie with all of us.  In case you missed it, here is the recipe! CRUST INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups flour (Boulted Bread) [...]