Super Bowl Guacamole

Planning a party for this Sunday's Super Bowl? Try this traditional and delicious dip!

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Main ingredient:

What you'll need:

• 3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper 

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, mash together the avocados, lime juice, and salt. 
2. Mix in onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and garlic. 
3. Stir in cayenne pepper. 
4. Refrigerate 1 hour for best flavor, or serve immediately. 

For the original recipe, please visit allrecipes.com. 

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Creamed Corn with Red Bell Pepper

Well, we're almost into February. Here's to a great 2012 and an exciting upcoming Super Bowl. Make sure to whip up some yummy guacamole with those fresh avocados! 

Try this quick and easy creamed corn recipe for a unique and flavorful dish!

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Main ingredient:

What you'll need:

• 1 1/2 ups fresh corn kernels
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half

Instructions:

1. In a glass pie plate, stir together the corn and the oil and microwave (uncovered) for 5 minutes (stir occasionally)
2. Stir in bell pepper and microwave for additional 5 minutes (stirring occasionally)
3. Stir in cream and salt/pepper to taste and microwave for 3 minutes (or until the cream is almost evaporated)

For the original recipe, please visit epicurious.com. 

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This Week's Produce

This week we received the first of the corn! And we've got avocados that will be ready just in time for the Super Bowl! 

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This week's basket contains: red potatoes, corn, asparagus, carrots, red peppers, and Roma tomatoes as well as apples, bananas, kiwi, oranges, and avocados!

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Roasted Parsnips and Carrots

Have you ever cooked with parsnips? They're delicious, and in this recipe, the Barefoot Contessa teaches us how to create a simple, yummy side. 

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Main ingredient:

What you'll need:

• 2 pounds parsnips, peeled
• 1 pound carrots, unpeeled
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (the better the oil, the better the flavor) 
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill or parsley 

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees
2. Slice carrots and parsnips into 1-inch-think slices. (They shrink, so don't make them too small)
3. Place vegetables on a sheet pan. 
4. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss well. 
5. Roast for 20 to 40 minutes depending on size, tossing occasionally
6. Sprinkle with dill or parsley; serve hot.

For the original recipe, visit the food network. 

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Swiss Onion Soup

Wondering how to incorporate onions into your menu? Try this delicious soup as you warm up this winter! 

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Main ingredient:

What you'll need:

• 2 Cups Water
• 5 Tbsp Butter
• 1 Tsp Garlic Puree
• 3 Cups Onion (Thinly Sliced)
• 3/4 tsp Dry Mustard
• 1/2 Tsp Salt
• 3 Tbsp Flour
• 1 1/2 Cups Milk (Scalded)
• 1 1/2 Cups Swiss Cheese (Shredded) 
• 1/2 Tsp Horseradish
• 1 Tbsp Dry Sherry
• 1/2 Tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 Tsp Soy Sauce
• 3 Drops Tabasco Sauce
• 2 Shakes Worcestershire Sauce 

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, 2 Tbsp Butter, garlic puree, onion, mustard, and salt
2. Cover and simmer over low heat until onions are tender, about 20 minutes
3. Scald Milk
4. In a separate saucepan, make a roux by melting remaining 3 Tbsp butter and stirring in flour; cooking while stirring over low heat for about 5 minutes
5. Add scalded milk to roux, mixing well to make a medium think cream sauce. 
6. Slowly add shredded cheese to sauce, mixing until melted. 
7. Add horseradish and sherry to cheese sauce and combine the cheese sauce with contents of saucepan containing onions, mixing thoroughly. 
8. Mix in pepper, soy, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauces. 

Hints: 

Scalded milk must be hot when added to the roux, to make the cream sauce thicken quickly. This soup may be stored frozen and sealed for 2-3 months. 

Thanks to HarvestMarket member, Stephanie Hedman, for the original recipe. 

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Vegetarian Avocado Melt

Looking to keep up with your New Year's resolutions? Try this scrumptious vegetarian option packed with nutrients and delicious, healthy flavors. 

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Main ingredient:

What you'll need:

• 4 slices whole-grain bread, lightly toasted
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/3 cup sliced toasted almonds
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 4 slices Swiss cheese 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven broiler
2. Lay toasted bread on baking sheet; top each with 1/4 of the avocado, mushrooms, almonds, and tomato slices
3. Top each with a slice of Swiss cheese
4.  Broil the open-face sandwiches until the cheese melts and begins to bubble (about two minutes) 
5. Service warm, and enjoy!

For the original recipe, visit allrecipes.com.

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This Week's Produce

We hope you had a fabulous New Year's and are enjoying the skiff of snow this morning! Here's this weeks' basket, enjoy! 

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This week's basket contains: onions, broccoli, leaf lettuce, green beans, tomatoes, and red potatoes. The fruit includes: apples, oranges, avocado, limes, bananas, and blackberries. 

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