As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor not only the leaders, artists, and scholars who have shaped history, but also the culinary traditions that have sustained Black communities for generations. This time of year, farmers markets are rich with winter greens and vibrant root vegetables, especially collard greens and sweet potatoes. These ingredients are
This classic and hearty dish is a fun way to incorporate fresh greens and starches that are in season at winter farmers markets. You can swap out ingredients depending on what you can find at the market. Try using a mix of different types of mushrooms, like Lion’s Mane, oyster, or beech. Servings: 4-6Active Time:
Kale is loaded with beta-carotene and Vitamin C, both essential for healthy skin, vision, and immune function. Kale can sometimes taste bitter. To help this, add a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon juice to chopped kale, then pinch or massage with your fingertips until you can feel it soften (about 30 seconds).
Storage crops like sweet potatoes are available through most of the winter at farmers markets. There are several varieties, including traditional orange-fleshed types as well as those with purple or white interiors. Experiment with different types in this recipe! (You might need to adjust how much flour you use.) Servings: 2–4Time: 30 minutes to 1
This is a great recipe for using up leftover veggies or grains you may already have in the pantry. Feel free to substitute your favorites! You can make this a protein bowl by adding an egg, tofu, or chicken. Servings: 6-8Time: 30 minutes Ingredients Directions
As part of ASAP’s Farm Fresh for Health initiative, we partnered with community health professionals to bring you virtual demos to inspire cooking for yourself and your family. Dr. Brian Asbill of Ruckus Health demos a family favorite recipe. Ingredients Taco filling: Cashew cream: Directions