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Baked Kale Frittata

August 27, 2013 By marketeditor

Frittata is an egg-based dish similar to a quiche without the crust. It’s easy to make and is delicious served at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Frittatas reheat well, so it can be made a day ahead.

Eggs are an excellent source of protein. In fact, egg protein is the standard by which other protein sources are measured. A large egg contains more than 6 grams of protein. If you’re worried about the cholesterol content of eggs, rest assured that the American Heart Association no longer considers eggs the culprit they once did. New research links a diet high in saturated fat to elevated blood cholesterol, not a diet high in cholesterol. One egg has less saturated fat than a glass of 1 percent milk.

Kale, a member of the cabbage family, is considered a cooking or braising green. Although it can be eaten raw, especially tender young leaves, it tastes better after cooking. Other braising greens available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market include beet greens, broccoli rabe, escarole, purslane and Swiss chard.

Including these vegetables as a regular part of your diet can reduce your risk for macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness among seniors. Kale is an excellent source of vitamin C and beta carotene, plus other carotenoids, including lutein and zeaxanthin.

Some simple uses of kale include adding shredded kale to soups and stir-fries, or sautéed kale to mashed potatoes.

Another popular recipe is kale chips, basically flavored dried kale leaves. Get creative with this flavorful, nutrient-packed vegetable.

The Baked Kale Frittata recipe that follows is from Cornell University’s campaign, “Eat Well, Eat Local, Eat Together.” At the website www.eat3.org, you’ll find new ideas about what to cook, recipes for locally grown fruits and vegetables and encouragement to enjoy meals together as a family.

Baked Kale Frittata

1 bunch of kale* (3 cups chopped)

1 large onion*

Vegetable cooking spray

1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil

1/4 cup water

5 eggs*

1/2 cup skim milk*

1/3 cup grated cheddar type cheese*

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Coat a 9-inch round baking pan with vegetable cooking spray. Wash kale and tear the leaves from the stem. (Use the stems in a stir-fry.) Chop the kale and onion. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft. Stir in kale and water. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend in kale mixture. Pour the mixture into the baking pan. Bake for 20 min. Remove from oven and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Slice into wedges and enjoy. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition per serving: 110 calories, 5g fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 155mg cholesterol, 320 mg sodium, 7g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 9g protein, 110% Vitamin A, 70% Vitamin C.

Ingredients marked with an asterisk (*) are available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market.

 For information about food and nutrition, contact Diane Whitten at Cornell Cooperative Extension at 885-8995 or email dwhitten@cornell. edu.

Filed Under: Seasonal Recipes

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Get ready to mushroom into a world of flavor at th Get ready to mushroom into a world of flavor at the Saratoga Farmers' Market! 🍄🌱 This week, we're thrilled to highlight the Mushroom Shop and their incredible selection of locally grown and harvested mushrooms. We spoke with owner's Jacob and Elysee to learn more.

Q: What are some of the health benefits associated with consuming mushrooms?

A: Mushrooms contain a multitude of medicinal compounds. The mushroom species Cordyceps militaris contains cordycepin, which increases your blood's ability to absorb and transport oxygen, improving exercise performance. Mukitake or Panellus serotinus possesses compounds that have shown in recent studies to improve liver function in people suffering from fatty liver disease. Reishi mushrooms improve immune health, warding off sickness and reducing inflammation. Other medicinal mushrooms include Turkey Tail, Chaga, Agarikon, Maitake, and Lions Mane.

Q: What inspired you to start selling mushrooms at the farmers' market?

A: We initially got our inspiration from a mushroom farm based in Tennessee called Mossy Creek Mushrooms. They have many videos on Youtube covering every aspect of operating a mushroom farm from building and maintaining equipment to harvesting and marketing mushrooms. Jacob has had an interest in growing mushrooms as a hobby for about eight years when he discovered a patch of oyster mushrooms growing in the wild. We got the opportunity to lease land in the beginning of 2021 and shortly after started selling at farmers’ markets.

Q: How do you recommend customers prepare and cook the mushrooms they purchase from you?

A: At our farmers markets we always provide printed recipes that utilize the mushrooms available during the current season. Like meat, mushrooms can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as sautéing, roasting, and grilling to create a flavorful dish. One of our recent favorites is a Spicy Crispy Lion's Mane Sandwich- a thick slab of Lion's Mane mushroom battered and fried on a toasted bun with spicy mayo and pickles. This is a delicious take on a chicken sandwich made entirely of whole, natural produce. 

*Find the Mushroom shop year round at our Saturday markets!*

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Get ready for a mouth-watering adventure! 🍴🌍 Get ready for a mouth-watering adventure! 🍴🌍 Join us on Saturday, March 25th from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Saratoga Farmers' Market's International Flavor Fest in the Wilton Mall food court! 🎉 Indulge in frgál cakes, julekaker, burek, curries, samosas, and more, representing cuisines from all around the world! 🌎 There will be live music, family-friendly activities, and food tastings that will take your taste buds on a journey around the globe! 🎶👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Plus, our friends at the World Awareness Children's Museum will be hosting a paper fortune cookie making session for the kiddos! Don't forget to pick up your passport for a chance to win a prize by filling it with stamps from market vendors! Let's celebrate our traditions, history, and community through the language of flavorful food! 😍🍴

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Join us tomorrow for our Saturday market! From 9:3 Join us tomorrow for our Saturday market! From 9:30-1:30 you can find all your favorite vendors in the Wilton Mall Food court. We’ll by joined by the Academy of Life Long Learning, AIM Services, and musician Lee Paquin. Hope you can make it!!!

Photos of: @squash.villa.farm , KOKINDA Farm, and @eurodelicaciesco by Graciela Colston

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The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is seeking donation The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is seeking donations to help improve our market and keep our nonprofit organization running. Your donation will be used for essential functions of the market as well as helping us reach more of our long-term goals for the community. We are looking for additional resources to expand our community offerings such as hosting family friendly events, programs and activities.

You can help us by donating via our GiveButter account (link in bio) or in person at the market via our market manager. Thank you for your ongoing support. We couldn’t do it without you! 

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