Sunshine! At least today, with purple finches singing from the bare aspen limbs. Owls fill the night and on cue today, I heard the first red-wing blackbirds along the lower marsh. Yes, it makes one think of spring, even those of us who love winter. An on and off winter it has been here in… Continued
©Bluebird Grain Farms Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup Einka & French Lentil Blend 1/2 cup chopped red onions 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons zaatar… Continued
by Ashley Lodato Bluebird Grain Farms staff writer Although Marlene Beadle was met with “moans and groans” from her family when she introduced a new, healthier way of eating at home, Marlene was undeterred. “Our family came to realize how fresh and flavorful the meals were that she… Continued
©Bluebird Grain Farms Yields 4 servings Ingredients 1 large delicata squash, cut in half lengthwise, seeded and cut into ½-inch thick slices or 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into ½-inch thick slices 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 leeks, cut in half lengthwise, rinsed… Continued
Chickadees and finches have returned to the backyard bringing along their cheer through a week or more of intermittent “ice fog”, that has layered the Rendezvous as we nudge up against Winter Solstice. As I jot these notes, talk is of the first real storm of the season? Bringing our first substantial snow and hopefully… Continued
Serves 8 Ingredients 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed 2/3 cup sugar ¼ cup milk 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or butter 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 large eggs 2 2/3 cups Einkorn baking mix ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut plus additional for sprinkling ½ cup chopped macadamias or pecans Method Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease… Continued
Recipe yields 10-12 medium-sized biscuits Copyright Bluebird Grain Farms Ingredients 3 cups Bluebird Whole Grain Einkorn Flour (If you are using Bluebird’s new Einkorn Baking Mix, omit the baking powder and salt below). 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 8 tablespoons of chilled organic shortening or butter, cubed 1 cup of milk… Continued
A more succinct November eve I can not imagine as I write these notes. The barren land and empty trees; the sharp light and golden grass; the deep and tangy smell of rotted earth all sanctify one of my favorite of months. You’ve all heard it here before, yet just returning from a walk below… Continued
by Ashley Lodato, Bluebird Grain Farms staff writer Arriving at Kirkland’s Cafe Juanita feels a little bit like arriving at the home of a friend. A friend who is an exceptional cook and fantastic hostess, with a fabulous house and enviable yard. Although the mid-century modern house has served as a restaurant for more than… Continued
Copyright Bluebird Grain Farms / Recipe by Jean Galton Makes 8 servings Ingredients Slaw 1 cup bluebird einkorn 1 head broccoli 2 cups thinly shredded purple cabbage 1 cup julienned or shredded carrot Dressing ½ cup plain Greek yogurt 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2-3 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar ¼ cup finely chopped shallot Pinch… Continued