Patricia Eddy, of www.cooklocal.com, is on a first name basis with many of the farmers in western Washington. She has seen first hand, the health and environmental benefits of cooking with fresh, local, and organic ingredients. She loves introducing people to cooking local and hopes to do that here, three times a week.

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Recipe and Shopping List - Week of July 7th

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July 5, 10:02 AM

by Patricia DiGiacomo Eddy, Seattle Cook Local Examiner

A squash blossom in my garden

This week I bring you two recipes from The Washington Local and Seasonal Cookbook as well as an interview with one of the authors. I've also created my own recipe for you this week. Stay tuned for a report on my first three weeks of CSA membership as well.

Dijon and Hazelnut Crusted Halibut

1-2 pounds fresh Halibut (from Wilson Fish)
1/4 cup bread crumbs or 1 thick slice crusty bread
1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (from Holmquist Hazelnuts)
Grainy mustard (from Sea Breeze Farms)
Lemon juice

Full Circle Farms Potato Salad

2 pounds potatoes (from Full Circle Farms)
Carrots (from Full Circle Farms)
Celery
Artichoke hearts
Walla Walla onion (from Full Circle Farms)
Purple pepper (from Billy's Organic Produce)
Parker's Pickles (from Woodring's)
Parsley
Capers
Mayonnaise (homemade)

Homemade Mayonnaise

5 egg yolks (from Skagit River Ranch)
1/4 cup vinegar
2/3 cup olive oil

Braised Swiss Chard

2 small red onions (from Anselmo Farms)
Butter (from Golden Glen Creamery or homemade)
2 pounds of swiss chard (from Alm Hill Gardens)
White wine

For more info: The The Washington Local and Seasonal Cookbook features recipes that spotlight our fresh local ingredients.

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Cream those 'shrooms into soup

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Butter up that Halibut

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October 6, 11:49 AM

There are meals that are tasty, and then there are meals that are knock your socks off great. Ths was one of the second type of meals. You can still find frozen halibut at the Wilson Fish booth at the Ballard Farmers Market every Sunday, so pick... Read More
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Zucchini Muffins

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October 3, 9:34 AM

It is gray and drizzly outside and that always makes me think of muffins. A good muffin is one of the ultimate comfort foods. They are small enough to take with you, satisfying enough for breakfast or dessert, and the way I make them, not big enough... Read More
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Best Farmers Market Vendors in Seattle

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October 1, 10:29 AM

The greater Seattle area is fortunate to have an amazing lineup of farmers markets. During the summer months, you can hardly go a day without access to a farmers market. It is very difficult to choose the best farmers market vendors in Seattle. I have... Read More
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Marinated Balsamic Tomato Pasta with Prawns

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September 30, 1:04 PM

During the summer months, salmon and halibut are so fresh and plentiful that I rarely cook any other fish. However, as the weather turns cooler, I'll turn to prawns when I want seafood. You can usually find spot prawns at the Fisherman's Terminal... Read More
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September 29, 3:41 PM

One of the easiest Italian pasta sauces to make is pesto. At its simplest, you just throw some basil leaves in a blender or food processor, add pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and a little salt, and blend away. In just a minute or so, you've got a deep... Read More
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Recipe and Shopping List - Week of September 29th

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September 28, 7:31 PM

This week, we're going back to my Italian roots with two different pasta recipes. First, we'll make some fresh pesto, and later in the week we'll improvise a new recipe with some cherry tomatoes, prawns, and balsamic vinegar. To top everything... Read More

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