Summer Salads

This week we have beautiful lettuces from Heron Pond and Clark Farm in Massachusetts and South Paw Farm in Maine.  Summer Lettuce, because I'm incredibly creative and can make giant cognitive leaps, makes me think of Summer Salads. 

A favorite Summer Salad is the Salade niçoise, a classic mix of tuna, potatoes, hard boiled eggs, beans, and tomatoes. This beaut comes to us from Nealy Dozier at the KITCHN (check her out at www.dixiecaviar.com). 

This salad is infinitely riff-able. I like to add raw corn kernels tossed in a dressing with any herbs we have kicking around and a smattering of red onions.

Any tinned fish will do, but you could also go full blown heresy and skip the fish all together. Chicken Salad with Dijonaise? Sure! Grilled Tofu with Olives and Capers? The world is your vegan oyster. While you're at it, grab some crisp rosé and a crusty bread. Share it, don't share it. 100% not my business. 

We hope you are basking in the beautiful weather and that you have a delicious weekend.

Love, 

Your Family Dinner Fam

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WHAT'S IN THE BAG? (MA)

Delivery dates: Saturday, 8/27 and Tuesday, 8/30

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

Add-on Bread of the Week - Focaccia from Forge
Add-on Cheese of the Week - Mozzarella from Mozzarella House
Add-on Fresh Pasta of the Week - Lemon Pepper Fettuccine from Dave's Fresh Pasta 
Add-on Gluten Free Grain of the Week - Crackers from ME Crisps
Add-on Grain of the Week - Sea Salt Crackers from Brewer's Crackers
Add-on Mezze of the Week - Lemon Artichoke Pesto from Dave's Fresh Pasta 
Add-on Pastry of the Week - Blueberry Lemon Scones from A&J King
Add-on Vegetarian Salad of the Week - Orzo Salad from Forge
Add-on Fruit Share Fruits of the Week - Blackberries from Kimball Fruit Farm; Orange Dew Melon from Ward's Berry Farm

HALF SHARE

Omnivore Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Pescatarian Protein - Sea Bass from Red's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Vegetarian Protein - Veggie Burgers from Kind Roots; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Paleo Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies - Corn from Warner Farm; Peppers from Kitchen Garden Farm and Moose Hill Farm; Head Lettuce from Clark Farm and Heron Pond Farm; Ginger Gold Apples from Kimball Fruit Farm and Autumn Hills Orchard
Grain - Cinnamon Raisin Loaf from A&J King
Special Treat - Molasses Spice Cookies from A&J King 

WHOLE SHARE 

Omnivore Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Sea Bass from Red's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Pescatarian Protein - Sea Bass, Fluke from Red's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Vegetarian Protein - Veggie Burgers from Kind Roots; Tofu from Heiwa; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Paleo Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Sea Bass from Red's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies - Corn from Warner Farm; Peppers from Kitchen Garden Farm and Moose Hill Farm; Head Lettuce from Clark Farm and Heron Pond Farm; Ginger Gold Apples from Kimball Fruit Farm and Autumn Hills Orchard; Tomatoes from Langwater Farm and Moose Hill Farm; Carrots from Brookford Farm
Grain - Cinnamon Raisin Loaf from A&J King
Special Treat - Molasses Spice Cookies and Vanilla Shortbread Cookies from A&J King 

DOUBLE SHARE

Omnivore Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Sea Bass from Red's; Ground Beef from Feather Brook Farms; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Hot Sauce from Dutch's
Pescatarian Protein - Sea Bass, Fluke, Mackerel from Red's; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Hot Sauce from Dutch's
Vegetarian Protein - Veggie Burgers from Kind Roots; Tofu from Heiwa; Mushroom Pot Pies from Dunk's Mushrooms; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms; Yogurt from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Hot Sauce from Dutch's
Paleo Protein - Bacon from Clark Farm, Feather Brook Farms, Broad Arrow Farm; Sea Bass from Red's; Ground Beef from Feather Brook Farms; Eggs from Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies - Corn from Warner Farm; Peppers from Kitchen Garden Farm and Moose Hill Farm; Head Lettuce from Clark Farm and Heron Pond Farm; Ginger Gold Apples from Kimball Fruit Farm and Autumn Hills Orchard; Tomatoes from Langwater Farm and Moose Hill Farm; Carrots from Brookford Farm; Kabocha Squash from Moose Hill Farm; Kale from Langwater Farm
Grain - Cinnamon Raisin Loaf from A&J King; Tortillas from VT Tortillas
Special Treat - Molasses Spice Cookies and Vanilla Shortbread Cookies from A&J King 

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RECIPES (MA)

(from Shannon)

Bacon - Corn Stuffed Peppers - The bells are gorgeous this week and looking to be the star of the plate! 

Roasted Carrots - I know the oven might not be a welcome thought, but these are basically candy to me! Don't forget to use the carrot tops for a chimichurri or pesto to go with pasta or proteins! 

Ginger Gold Apples - While it states they're a good eating apple or perfect for salads since they brown slowly, I think making a caramel apple french toast with the cinnamon raisin bread from A&J King is the only logical choice... Just saying. 

Sea Bass with Tomatoes, Corn, and Basil - Nice, light, easy meal for you to enjoy any night this week! 

Roasted Kabocha - We're starting to get little glimpses into fall, but fear thee not! This is a gorgeous squash to roast and you can also turn into a veggie burger as well.  (I made these a few years ago, delish!)

Tips and Tricks for storing your food and getting the most from your shares can be found here.

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WHAT'S IN THE BAG? (ME/NH)

Delivery date: Saturday, 8/27

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

Add-on Bread of the Week - Olive Bread from Rosemont Market & Bakery
Add-on Cheese of the Week - Feta from Pineland Farms Dairy Co.
Add-on Fresh Pasta of the Week - Linguine from Terra Cotta Pasta Co.
Add-on Fruits of the Week - Blueberries from Sennett's Wild Blueberries, Husk Cherries from Meadowood Farm
Add-on Gluten Free Grain of the Week - Crackers from Maine Crisps
Add-on Grain of the Week - Granola from Two Fat Cats Bakery
Add-on Mezze of the Week - Pesto from Terra Cotta Pasta Co.
Add-on Pastry of the Week - Almond Croissant from Rosemont Market & Bakery
Add-on Sausage of the Week - Maple Breakfast from Colvard & Co.
Add-on Treat of the Week - Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts from Taza Chocolate
Add-on Vegetarian Salad of the Week - Orzo Salad from Forge Baking Co.

HALF SHARE

Omnivore Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm
Pescatarian Proteins & Dairy - Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish Market; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm
Paleo Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Vegetarian Proteins & Dairy - Tofu from Heiwa; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm
Fruits and Veggies - Green Beans from Goranson Farm; Watermelon from Garden Spot Farm and Fairwinds Farm; Gem Lettuce Heads from South Paw Farm; Sweet Onions from Langwater Farm; Baby Bok Choy from Dandelion Spring (Paleo Shares only); Honey Bear Squash from South Paw Farm (Paleo Shares only)
Grains - Pita Chips from Brewer's Crackers
Special Treats - Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts from Taza Chocolate

WHOLE SHARE

Omnivore Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish Market; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Pescatarian Proteins & Dairy - Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish Market; Whole Butterflied Trout from Harbor Fish Market; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Paleo Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Vegetarian Proteins & Dairy - Tofu from Heiwa; Veggie Quiche from Two Fat Cats Bakery; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Fruits and Veggies - Green Beans from Goranson Farm; Watermelon from Garden Spot Farm and Fairwinds Farm; Gem Lettuce Heads from South Paw Farm; Sweet Onions from Langwater Farm; Baby Bok Choy from Dandelion Spring; Honey Bear Squash from South Paw Farm; Blueberries from Sennett's Wild Blueberries (Paleo Shares only); Celery from Clark Farm (Paleo Shares only)
Grains - Pita Chips from Brewer's Crackers
Special Treats - Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts from Taza Chocolate; Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies from Rosemont Market & Bakery

DOUBLE SHARE

Omnivore Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish Market; Chicken Leg Quarters from Tide Mill Organic Farm; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms; Hot Sauce from Dutch's
Pescatarian Proteins & Dairy - Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish Market; Whole Butterflied Trout from Harbor Fish Market; Tuna Mince from True Fin*; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms; Hot Sauce from Dutch's 
Paleo Proteins & Dairy - Bacon from Broad Arrow; Grey Sole from True Fin* and Harbor Fish; Chicken Leg Quarters from Tide Mill Organic Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms
Vegetarian Proteins & Dairy - Tofu from Heiwa; Veggie Quiche from Two Fat Cats Bakery; Bean & Cheese Tamales from Tex Mex Eats; Herbed Gouda from Brookford Farm; Eggs Feather Brook Farms; Hot Sauce from Dutch's
Fruits and Veggies - Green Beans from Goranson Farm; Watermelon from Garden Spot Farm and Fairwinds Farm; Gem Lettuce Heads from South Paw Farm; Sweet Onions from Langwater Farm; Baby Bok Choy from Dandelion Spring; Honey Bear Squash from South Paw Farm; Blueberries from Sennett's Wild Blueberries; Celery from Clark Farm
Grains - Pita Chips from Brewer's Crackers; Honey Wheat Bread from Big Sky Bread Co.
Special Treats - Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts from Taza Chocolate; Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies from Rosemont Market & Bakery

*Super frozen to -60ºC which means zero ice crystals rupturing cell structure while defrosting which means zero difference from fresh and zero issues searing.

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RECIPES (ME/NH)

(from Joe)

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