Guinea Pigs

It's not what you think. We have not ventured way off course in the proteins department to bring you a series of mystery meats like Guinea Pig breasts and Hamster Confit (could be tasty but is there really enough thigh meat? Doubtful.)

It's far better than making dinner from domesticated pets. 

This is about BEING a Guinea Pig. Being a beta tester, in the best possible way. 

I'm talking cookies, people. The wonderful folks at Lark Fine Foods (woman owned business heck YES) reached out to us a few months ago as the pandemic was swelling. We loved their business and loved their product and they knew we were experiencing huge growth. They asked how they could help. Did we need space? Drivers? Trucks? It was a call, from one business owner to another just offering help for free. 

While we didn't take them up on any of the logistics help, we were blown away by their kindness. The love that small businesses have and show to each other is pretty darn remarkable. 

Brooke Carrol, owner of Lark, asked if we might want to collaborate on a new recipe they have been trying. She asked if she could send some along for our team of very discerning Cookie Monsters to try, and if it passed muster send them out to everyone. 

This, my friends, is my cross to bear. I tested maybe five of them myself, for the purpose of scientific integrity, and shared the rest with the team. They got the thumbs up, so here they are for a you. A delightfully gingery cookie, ready to spice up your morning.

Please let us know what you think!!

WHAT'S IN THE BAG?

Note: If you order a "Meat and Fish Share" you will just receive the meats listed, not the "dairy" items (eggs, yogurt etc). If you order a "Fish and Seafood Share" you will receive the fish listed, and not the dairy items

Add-on Grain of the Week - Fresh Pasta from Law of Pasta

HALF SHARE

Omnivore Protein - Sausage from Feather Brook Farms; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House
Pescatarian Protein - Haddock from Red's Best; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House
Vegetarian Proteins - Tamales from Tex Mex Eats;  Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House
Paleo Proteins - Sausage and Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies - Spaghetti Squash (recipe below!) from Brookford Farm; Plums from Kimball Fruit Farm; Kale from Langwater Farms; Lettuce from LEF
Grain - Brioche from Iggy's
Special Treat - Cookies from Lark Fine Foods

WHOLE SHARE

Omnivore Protein - Sausage from Feather Brook Farms; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House; Haddock from Red's Best; Yogurt from Sophia's
Pescatarian Protein - Haddock and Halibut from Red's Best; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House; Yogurt from Sophia's
Vegetarian Proteins - Tamales from Tex Mex Eats;  Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House; Curry from Mandarava; Yogurt from Sophia's
Paleo Proteins - Sausage and Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Haddock from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Spaghetti Squash (recipe below!) and Onions from Brookford Farm; Plums from Kimball Fruit Farm; Kale from Langwater Farms; Lettuce from LEF; Carrots from Clark Farm
Grain - Brioche from Iggy's
Special Treat - Cookies from Lark Fine Foods

DOUBLE SHARE

Omnivore Protein - Sausage from Feather Brook Farms; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House; Haddock from Red's Best; Yogurt from Sophia's; Pork Ribs from Brookford Farm; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Pescatarian Protein - Haddock, Blue Fish and Halibut from Red's Best; Fresh Mozzarella from the Mozzarella House; Yogurt from Sophia's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies -Spaghetti Squash (recipe below!) and Onions from Brookford Farm; Plums from Kimball Fruit Farm; Kale from Langwater Farms; Lettuce from LEF; Carrots from Clark Farm; Arugula from Iron Ox Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm
Grain - Brioche from Iggy's; Fresh Pasta from Law of Pasta
Special Treat - Cookies from Lark Fine Foods

RECIPES

Spaghetti Squash Boat: Stuff it with sausage, or tofu, or sautéed veggies and cheese. 

Spaghetti Squash Tater Tots: This one came from Shannon, and you had me at "tots".

Blue Fish with Dijonaise: This is an NYTimes recipe, quick and simple. Blue fish really wants to be eaten very fresh so make this in a day or two.

Carrots and Yogurt Sauce: They call this a Thanksgiving Dish but it feels like a September dish to us.