Bacon? Cheese? Delicious? This squash recipe checks all the boxes and will have your family begging for more squash! You can use this as a side or a meal. Ingredients: 3 medium Hurakan squash (yellow squash or zucchini) 1 cup bread crumbs 1 cup Cheesy Bacon Dip 1 egg Salt Pepper Instructions: Wash squash and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop the meat out of the squash to make a squash boat. Remove as many seeds as possible and discard, but reserve the meat. Coat outside of the sq

This recipe is delicious and attractive dish great for a lazy Sunday or for a special occasion. It requires a bit more work than a regular pancake, but you are rewarded with the sweet results of your labors. I paired ours with sausage, an egg, and Bloody Mary (recipe found here). This is not an original recipe (I borrowed it from another site) but it tasted too good not to share! Enjoy! Ingredients: Pancakes: 5 oz all purpose flour (1 cup, if measuring) 2 tsp baking powder 1/

Ingredients: 1 chicken breast chopped into bite sizes 3 tablespoons Kansas City BBQ Rub 2 tablespoons oil 5-6 cups fresh lettuce washed and ready to eat 1 medium tomato diced 1 small cucumber diced 1/4 cup diced sweet onion 1 cup tortilla chips broken into pieces 1/2 cup pine nuts 1 cup Honey Bacon Dressing - recipe here Directions: Marinate chicken in Kansas City BBQ rub for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor. Pour oil into skillet and then place over medium hig

What tastes better than bacon? This dressing combines the sweet and tangy notes of homemade honey mustard with bacon and creates a delicious marinade over grilled chicken or on our chicken salad. Ingredients: 6 ounces chopped bacon (about 8 pieces) 4 ounces bacon fat 2 tablespoons corn starch 8 ounces vinegar 2 teaspoons diced garlic 3 ounces honey 2/3 teaspoon ground mustard 1 teaspoon onion salt Directions: Dice and cook bacon until crispy. Crumble any larger bits. Reserve

On the Farmstead, a screwdriver is not just a valuable tool, but also a deliciously beverage to get your brunch off to a good start. If you want a spicier version you can substitue the Orange vodka for Mango Habanero Infuse Spirits Vodka. ​ I also include a Mocktail version of this recipe for our 21 and under crowd. Enjoy and drink responsibly! ~ Farmer Amy Cocktail Ingredients: 5 oz Orange Juice 1 oz Orange Vodka Ice Garnish with a slice of Orange Mocktail Ingredients: 6 oz

I have to admit, when I poured out my first cup of Bulgur I was skeptical. It looked like brown gravel... more like something you'd put in the bottom of a fish tank than your breakfast bowl. Why did I insist on torturing myself for breakfast? Bulgur has so many healthy benefits it has been named a superfood. It is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber plus it has 6 grams of proteins per serving. So I pushed aside my skepticism and pressed on. Can I just say wow? This deli

Toad in the hole, one-eyed Jack, Popeye, gashouse eggs, hole in one, pirate's egg, egg in the nest, rocky mountain toast. This was one of my favorite dishes growing up. No matter what you call this oldie, it's still a crowd pleaser! Ingredients: 1 slice bread 1 egg 1 tablespoon butter salt and pepper Directions: Butter both sides of bread slice. using a 3-4 inch biscuit cutter, cut a hole in the center of the bread. Remove the center of circle. Place both the center and the b

Savory but not too rich, this casserole hits all the spots! Enjoy this with a large crowd or make it on the weekend and have hot and ready breakfast all week! Ingredients: 5 eggs 1 cups milk 1/2 pound sausage cooked and crumble 1 cup shredded cheese 3/4 Baguette cubed 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder Directions: Mix the eggs and milk together with the seasoning. Add the sausage and cheese and mix well. Mix in the cubed bread and mix until well

Ingredients: 8 ounces sour cream or greek yogurt for a healthier alternative 6 ounces ounces bacon (cooked and crumbled) 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature) 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded (about 2 cups) ⅓ cup sliced scallions (about 3 scallions) Directions: Mix together in 1 quart baking dish and heat on 400 for about 20 minutes until the dip is bubbling and starting to turn golden brown on top. Serve warm with slices of toasted baguette or pita chips. #bacon #creamche

Scotch Eggs are one of the most delicious treats you can eat whether you get one at a pub, a renaissance fair, or make them at home. These were originally designed for picnics and now you can make this comfort food in the comfort of your home and enjoy it with less guilt using our healthier air fry recipe below. Ingredients: 6 pealed hard boiled eggs 2 eggs 1 cup Panko bread crumbs 1/4 cup flour 1 pound package sausage 1 tablespoon chives minced 2 teaspoons sugar 2 teaspoons

Need a refreshing, light side dish on a hot summer night? This cucumber salad is cool and delicious. In some parts of this dish is also called "new pickles" and the taste is referred to as "hardly dunked in brine." The bit of sugar cuts the tart vinegar and combines to make a light and healthy side dish that is colorful and pairs nicely with most meats. I paired mine with the Basil Butter Salmon (recipe found here). Ingredients: 1-2 medium cucumbers 6 cherry tomatoes 1/4 cup

A classic that provides a break from sweet breakfast drinks. I also include a Mocktail version of this recipe for our 21 and under crowd.

Basil butter is spectacular topping fish or simply spread on bread. I use mine in this Basil Butter Salmon recipe and it comes out tender and delicious with no fishy aftertaste. This is a great way to save your harvest for later use and enjoy the fresh flavors of Basil all winter long. Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups basil washed stem and all 1 cup butter 2 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon lemon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Instructions: Add all ingredients to food processor and

Salmon is such a healthy option and what makes it more delicious than Basil Butter made from your garden? This recipe creates a fresh, healthy, melt in your mouth salmon that will make you wonder why you waited so long to try it! Ingredients: Salmon fillet Basil Butter (recipe found here) Parchment paper Aluminum foil Instructions: Preheat oven to 375. Place a square of foil on a cookie sheet. Place a smaller square of parchment paper on top of the foil in the center. Place s

A Dutch baby, also known as a puffed pancake, has the texture of a thick crepe but is cooked in the oven instead of a stove top. This allows you to focus your time on fixing coffee, bacon, eggs or a delicious breakfast cocktail to accompany it. We served ours with a Spicy Black-eyed Susan. Find that recipe here. Ingredients: ½ cup oat flour ½ cup milk 3 eggs 1 pinch salt 1 dash freshly grated nutmeg 2 tablespoons butter Directions: Preheat your oven to 425 with a large cast i

Who says Brunch can't be savory? This Gluten Free recipe will have you rethinking Brunch and the Dutch baby as you know it! Try this savory

Everyone loves the comfort of noodle soup, but how can you make this bowl sodium filled carbs a little healthier? We add a little protein and a bit of veggies from the garden to give this bowl of comfort a little more crunch and a lot more nutrients. Ingredients: 1 package roast chicken Noodle soup 1 turnips washed, quartered and sliced 6 baby carrots sliced thin 1/2 cup sliced green onion 1/2 cup peanuts 1 hard boiled egg Directions: Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small p

This lemonade is a little tart but so refreshing on a warm summer day. Enjoy it as it comes or add a little something to it for a hard lemonade. I include both recipes below. The regular version of this recipe is for our 21 and under crowd. Enjoy and drink responsibly! ~ Farmer Amy Mocktail Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup water 1 cup lemon juice 1 cup blueberries 4-6 leaves basil Makes 2 servings Garnish: Basil leaf Instructions: Slice the basil leaves in thin strips. Add to

Making Spinach Casserole but want to make it more of a show stopping side dish? This recipe takes a favorite and bumps it up a notch to make it as delicious to look at as it is to eat. Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 garlic clove minced 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup cottage cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs raw 3 hard boiled eggs with shell removed Directions: In large skillet, put butter onion garlic, and spinach. Cook over medium heat with lid on u

This is a delicious copycat recipe of S&F Tequila Lime Sauce. It's fantastic as a marinade or as a dressing. Ingredients: 1 cup white tequila 4 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp onion, minced 2 tsp garlic, minced 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1-1/2 cups oil Directions: Combine all ingredient except oil in sauce pan over medium heat stirring until it boils. Remove from heat and stir in oil. Yield: About 3 cups Use this as a dressing or marinade. Try