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I don’t know if I’ve shared this with you guys yet, but berry tarts are my FAVORITE dessert! These are so easy to make and taste super fresh. I used Bellwetherfarms whole milk basket ricotta ...

I don’t know if I’ve shared this with you guys yet, but berry tarts are my FAVORITE dessert! These are so easy to make and taste super fresh. I used Bellwetherfarms whole milk basket ricotta (thanks for sending!) which is soo rich and creamy. Full disclosure - I almost just ate it straight out of the container 🙃 Speaking of the container- it’s actually sold in its original draining basket- which really makes you feel like you’re eating #farmtotable ! I linked their page in my bio so you can try this out for your next berry tarts too! ❤️ #bellwetherfarms #handdippedricotta

Sharing this fave recipe again in honor of #nationalartichokeheartsday natdaycal - OnePan Cajun Shrimp w/Grilled Artichokes & Pecans! This quick & easy spicy shrimp dinner comes together using...

Sharing this fave recipe again in honor of #nationalartichokeheartsday natdaycal - OnePan Cajun Shrimp w/Grilled Artichokes & Pecans! This quick & easy spicy shrimp dinner comes together using a handful of ingredients all w/in15 min (including opt to make keto, low-carb, & gf). I purchased most of these ingredients at traderjoes 😉

Ingredients (makes 2-3 servings):
4 Tbls butter
6 lg garlic cloves, minced
1/4-1/2 tsp garlic salt/to taste - I used traderjoes blend of sea salt, garlic, onion, parsley (or can use indv spices)
Black pepper to taste
1/4-1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning - I used slapyamama blend of salt, red pepper, black pepper, garlic (or can use indv spices)
16 oz jumbo shrimp/prawns - I used TJ's
1/2 C. pecan halves (or fav nuts)
4 servings pasta noodles, prepared - I used 2 pks konjac noodles (keto, low-carb, & gluten-free) by miraclenoodle
One-half 12 oz jar grilled marinated artichokes + 2 Tbls of their juice/oil - I used TJ's
7-8 oz creme fraiche I used bellwetherfarms
(or can use reg sour cream)
1 C. nutty/salty cheese such as Parm, Asiago, Gruyere - I used kerrygold Dubliner
1/2 C. green onions/chives, diced
Skillet - I used lodgecastiron

Directions: In skillet, melt butter. Add garlic until becomes fragrant, then + pecans, shrimp, seasonings - saute until shrimp is done (only takes a few min). Stir in creme fraiche, noodles, marinated grilled artichoke halves w/a little of their juice until all warm & just as you're getting ready to serve - stir in cheese & green onions. Portion into large shallow serving bowls/plates, & pair w/a favorite glass of vino as you wish - then Salute & Buon Appetito!

For + details, link in bio!

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📢This is what was accomplished at the Cleveland ISI Retreat.

❗️Thank you to everyone who attended, ...

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📢This is what was accomplished at the Cleveland ISI Retreat.

❗️Thank you to everyone who attended, bellwether_farm and the fantastic speakers who spoke on
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peternelsonii, Steve Conzaman, Dino Harder, rafaelayalag, Todd Baumgartner, nosal.nathan, and Joe Soltis.

Persimmon season is winding down in my part of the world...jammiest ripened persimmons have been the joy of the past few weeks 🧡✨
This season I haven't bought a single persimmon and have...

Persimmon season is winding down in my part of the world...jammiest ripened persimmons have been the joy of the past few weeks 🧡✨
This season I haven't bought a single persimmon and have enjoyed every single gift of persimmon from family & neighbors with persimmon trees. So very lucky & immensely grateful for that love 🧡🧡

💖My absolute favorite bowl these days is yogurt + ripened persimmon...deliciousness to the max! Add a pinch of cardamom - it is beautiful!

💫The first bowl has burlapandbarrel’s Cloud Forest Cardamom along with spicewalla’s Golden Milk Powder bringing the warm flavors to the mix!
💫The second bowl has some pom arils in the mix and is topped with my favorite Panjiri from babosconceptkitchen - the most nourishing good Panjiri in the winters!
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🐄Few months back I started consuming cow's milk yogurt again after a long hiatus...since my first pregnancy, a decade ago, dairy & I haven't meshed well at all - first, it was an aversion during pregnancy and then it became an intolerance...consuming milk and yogurt on the daily basis was just not working out for my health so I gave it up.
Until, I found bellwetherfarms Organic A2 Whole Milk Yogurt - it has brought the nourishing joy of a good yogurt back to my life. It is so light, yet creamy good and has the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. I am genuinely thankful to have found a yogurt that is easy on my digestive system and good for my health and wellness.
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#persimmon #hachiyapersimmon #yogurtbowls #wholeisbetter #A2protein #breakfastideas #eatingwiththeseasons #fallfruits #seasonaleats #bellwetherfarms #organicyogurt #wholemilkyogurt #wellness #healthylifestyle #spicewalla #spicewallafam #goldenmilkpowder #burlapandbarrel #cloudforestcardamom #panjiri #nourishyourbody #feedyoursoul #wellbeingjourney #thewayweeat #goodmoodfood #gastroobscura #bombesquad #eastforkdoesmydishes #f52community #CraveCreateDigIn

Summer’s last gasp. Fiori di Zucca al Uovo. Stuffed with whipped ricotta, good parm, herbs, lemon, and a perfectly runny quail egg yolk. I’ve had these in my head, in theory, for a year - a play ...

Summer’s last gasp. Fiori di Zucca al Uovo. Stuffed with whipped ricotta, good parm, herbs, lemon, and a perfectly runny quail egg yolk. I’ve had these in my head, in theory, for a year - a play on my favorite Raviolo al Uovo. #fioridizucca #squashblossoms #yolkporn
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The “will that work 🤔“ type of recipe development is the most gratifying to me. This is the 2nd iteration, tested and tweaked 3 times. You can still order squash blossoms from Chefs-Garden through October. They are a bit fiddly to make but there is a screenshot-able recipe on the last slides. If you make them or post, please credit back.

NEW items have arrived!🚨

Thousand Hills Beef Jerky and new yogurts from Stonyfield Organic and Bellwether Farms- made from sheep’s milk! So creamy and delicious 😋

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NEW items have arrived!🚨

Thousand Hills Beef Jerky and new yogurts from Stonyfield Organic and Bellwether Farms- made from sheep’s milk! So creamy and delicious 😋

#stonyfield #stonyfieldorganic #organicyogurt #bellwetherfarms #bellwetherfarm #thousandhills #thousandhillsranch #thousandhillslifetimegrazed #beefjerky

I know I posted another photo of bellwetherfarms lemon ricotta pancakes not too long ago, but they are just so delicious. I had to make some more this week, before leaving to visit my dad in Colorado....

I know I posted another photo of bellwetherfarms lemon ricotta pancakes not too long ago, but they are just so delicious. I had to make some more this week, before leaving to visit my dad in Colorado.
I love making meals using local, seasonal ingredients. I used local ricotta cheese, lemons from my mom’s tree, local eggs from the farmers market, & I topped this batch with local pomegranate from the farmers market too. The only things grown somewhere other than Sonoma were the flour & sugar.
It was kind-of shocking to get to my dad’s house & see lots of raspberries & strawberries in the fridge, which are probably 3-5 months away from being in-season in the US.
#localingredients #lemonricottapancakes #bellwetherfarms

In honor of 2023 California Artisan Cheese Week with @caartisancheesefestival, @GoldRidgeOrganicFarms will highlight local artisan cheesemakers like Bellwether Farms in their seated Deluxe Organic ...

In honor of 2023 California Artisan Cheese Week with @caartisancheesefestival, @GoldRidgeOrganicFarms will highlight local artisan cheesemakers like Bellwether Farms in their seated Deluxe Organic Olive Oil Exploration.

Join them for two days of tastings on March 24 & 25 at 11am or 2 pm.

Local 2022 Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oils will be paired with select cheeses, curated by in-house Certified Cheese Professional, Alli. Use code CHEESE20 for $20 off when reserving on Tock. Click the link in bio to register!

We just debuted our last lunch for the season, which will run till October 31. First course - Heirloom Tomato Salad utilizing late season tomatoes from the garden and layered with Bellwether Farms ...

We just debuted our last lunch for the season, which will run till October 31. First course - Heirloom Tomato Salad utilizing late season tomatoes from the garden and layered with Bellwether Farms Ricotta, Lemon Cucumber, Tomatillo Sala Verde, Hidden Rose Apple and Shiso Verjus vinaigrette with house made brioche croutons. Paired perfectly with a crispy Chardonnay with structure. Everything but the Ricotta from our garden. Ricotta from a few miles away. Seasonal, local, delicious. Yum!😋

Looking for a delicious breakfast? These berry cheese danishes are made with our Bonne Maman Preserves and sweet cream cheese from Bellwetherfarms and are truly a beautiful work of art. Recipe below-

Looking for a delicious breakfast? These berry cheese danishes are made with our Bonne Maman Preserves and sweet cream cheese from Bellwetherfarms and are truly a beautiful work of art. Recipe below-

This light….🥰🥰🥰

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#morninglight #sunlight #knittersofig #eunsweater #dreareneeknitsdesign #sewrellayarn #birkenstock #nevernotknitting #aroundthetableyarns #knittingaddict #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #knittersofravelry #ravelry #knittersgonnaknit #knitlove #knitterslove #shareyourknits #knittingtherapy #knittersoftheworld #ourmakerlife #knittingmachine #nevernotknitting #goldenhour #birkenstockboston #aroundthetableyarns #bellwetherfarms

#cannelloni #pasta #handmade #meat #acorn #squash #bellwetherfarms #ricotta #grana #basil #herbs #tomatoes ##Geyserville #healdsburg #chef #cheflife #miseenplace #food #foodie #food #foodporn #cooking...

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Offered as a lighter #holidaydessert this quick & #easyrecipe for Pumpkin Rice Pudding Pie #thanksgivingprep consideration as fav #holidayrecipes continues! This quick & #easyrecipe is offered...

Offered as a lighter #holidaydessert this quick & #easyrecipe for Pumpkin Rice Pudding Pie #thanksgivingprep consideration as fav #holidayrecipes continues! This quick & #easyrecipe is offered as a lighter #holidaydessert - it's #crustless #eggless #glutenfree & #lowercarb by using konjac rice & almond flour. Sweetened w/date syrup instead of sugar - nutritious benefits and extra deliciousness appreciated.

Festive flavors of the season ready to infuse your home when baking this delectable delight! I thought I must have been transported to the inside of a ginger-bread house when it was baking in the oven, & only wish I could capture the comforting & cozy holiday scent to share with you here 🙂

For + details GOOGLE nicolas cucina pumpkin pudding, or link to recipe: https://nicolascucina.com/f/pumpkin-rice-pudding-pie-low-carb

Ingredients (makes approx. two 9-inch pies):
15-oz canned pumpkin traderjoes
7-8 oz creme fraiche bellwetherfarms (or reg sour cream)
1/3 C butter, softened kerrygold
2 eggs worth of prepared ener_g_foods egg replacer (can use real eggs if you prefer)
1/2 C thedatelady date syrup
4 tsp beansvanillaextract vanilla
1 package konjac rice (approx 2 servings) drained & rinsed miraclenoodle
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp cloves
2 C almond flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
2 nine-inch pie plates

Directions: In a large bowl stir together pumpkin, creme fraiche, butter, egg-replacer, date syrup, vanilla & mix until smooth. Stir in konjac rice, spices, almond flour, baking powder, & baking soda, then add to greased pie plates; bake at 350 degrees approx. 33-35 min. until middle sunken & slight cracking appears. Cool completely before serving. This is also a great make-ahead dessert option to store in the fridge. Adorn w/favorite ice or whipped cream - Buon appetito!

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Pesto, ricotta and toma stuffed squash blossoms, fried in avocado oil until golden brown and drizzled with more fresh pesto! Sign. Me. Up. 🌿

Pesto, ricotta and toma stuffed squash blossoms, fried in avocado oil until golden brown and drizzled with more fresh pesto! Sign. Me. Up. 🌿

Spicy Calabrese Chicken Noodle Creme Soup w/low-carb opt: Happy #nationalhomemadesoupday natdaycal Sharing my fave #homemadechickennoodlesoup recipe! Esp.great during colder months, this ...

Spicy Calabrese Chicken Noodle Creme Soup w/low-carb opt: Happy #nationalhomemadesoupday natdaycal Sharing my fave #homemadechickennoodlesoup recipe! Esp.great during colder months, this #quickandeasysoup gluten-free #comfortfood #cozysoup is also nourishing w/flavorful garlic, bonebroth & #calabrianchili spice heat! Balanced w/+ of creme fraiche - infusing a subtle richness for a satisfying soup, & by swapping out regular noodles for #konjacnoodles, transforms into a gluten-free & #lowcarbmeal Recipe is easily adaptable to sub other veg - for example, I've also made batches with onions, carrots, & kale/and or celery!

Ingredients (approx. 4-6 servings):
1-1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
4 Tbls butter kerrygoldusa
1-3 tsp tuttocalabria Italian Spaghettata spice blend - peppers , parsley, garlic, salt, tomatoes (or indv. spices) & 1/4-1/2 tsp Hot Powder Chili (or cayenne pepper - opt)
Garlic salt traderjoes to taste - sea salt, onion, garlic, parsley (or indv. spices)
Sea salt & black pepper to taste
1-2 heads garlic, minced
8 oz mushrooms, quartered
2 C.onion, diced
1 C.celery, chopped
10 oz grape/cherry tomatoes
4 C.chicken bone broth or reg.
4 servings prepared noodles - I used konjac noodles by miraclenoodle
8 oz creme fraiche (or reg. sourcream)
Parm cheese & herbs, garnish
Bread + butter essentialbaking
lodgecastiron /fav skillet or 9x13" baking dish
Lg soup pot/dutch oven

Directions: Melt butter, mix in spices, garlic then mix in w/veggies & chicken in skillet/bak.dish. Bake at 400 deg. approx.60 min, remove 1/2 way thru to dice up chicken into bite-size pieces. When done, + to lg pot w/broth, stir in creme fraiche, heat to light simmer, + noodles.

Serve w/garnishes + bread & butter for mopping up this deliciousness - Buon Appetito!

For + details, link in bio!

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