Staff Recipe Picks for 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1673996842340{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}"]The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance (HDFFA) believes everyone deserves good food! It's pretty common for people to need a little recipe inspiration or assistance in the kitchen when creating meals - especially if they're trying new fruits or vegetables! The HDFFA staff is here to help. Check out these staff-favorite recipes from Cooking Counts. Cooking Counts is an 86-page Guide to Cooking with Confidence that was designed and published by HDFFA in 2020, in partnership with Central Oregon chefs. It includes recipes and nutrition education, and is a perfect supplement to Fresh Harvest Kits, cooking classes, consultations with dietitians, and more! Cooking Counts is designed to help Central Oregonians get comfortable in the kitchen and cook with confidence.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25082" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tabouli-salad.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Tabouli Salad
Picked by Abigail Gustke, Community Food Access Coordinator
"I love this easy and quick recipe for tabouli salad. The fresh mint and summer vegetables add a spring of freshness and Mediterranean flavor as a main or side dish."[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25090" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/smashed-yukon-gold-potatoes.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
Picked by Andrea Smith, Agricultural Support Manager
"Potatoes are such a versatile option!" Potatoes make Central Oregon farmers and gardeners very happy with how well they grow in our high desert climate.[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25095" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/beans-rice-your-way.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Beans and Rice Your Way
Picked by Emily Ralston, Rural Food Security Coordinator
"I like this recipe because it is versatile and adaptable to what you have in your pantry! I love cooking a big batch of dried beans and adding my own spices like chipotles in adobo sauce, cumin, and lots of garlic salt."[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25096" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/fudgy-brownies.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Fudgy Brownies
Picked by Katrina Van Dis, Executive Director
"I like to substitute with a gluten-free flour for this recipe or make my own with ⅓ tapioca flour, ⅓ potato starch, and ⅓ sorghum or oat flour." Perfect to warm up with on a cold winter day![/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25097" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/black-bean-vegetable-enchilada.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Black Bean & Vegetable Enchilada
Picked by Kelly Moffatt, VeggieRx Senior Program Manager
"I just made black bean enchiladas last night! I even added tofu for extra protein. This recipe is gluten-free and fits my lifestyle so well."[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25098" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/banana-bread.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Banana Bread
Picked by Mariah Stone, Executive and Program Assistant
"Banana bread was the first thing I ever baked I love how simple and delicious it is. This recipe is simple and can be easily modified to be made gluten-free with GF flour or with additions like chocolate chips."[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25104" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/vegetarian-chili.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Vegetarian Chili
Picked by Louise Shirley, Program Director
"This recipe is a great way to pack your meal with vegetables. It's wonderful on its own or with a slice of cornbread, salad, or chips."[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="25107" img_size="medium" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" link="https://hdffa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/baked-sweet-potato-fries.pdf"][mk_blockquote font_family="none"]
Sweet Potato Fries
Picked by Kendra, Outreach Coordinator
"Sweet potato fries are the little orange keys to my heart. I love this recipe for the limitless seasoning options and even more dipping sauce options!"[/mk_blockquote][/vc_column][/vc_row]