Tipping for Farmland

Imagine an evening of cocktails and nibbles with fellow farmland enthusiasts. That’s what happened on a frigid evening in Chicago when American Farmland Trust fans braved the cold to save farmland.

(L to R): Chef George Bumbaris, Anita Zurbrugg, Janine MacLachlan, David Sviland, Chef Sarah Stegner

Food star Sarah Stegner, chef/partner at Prairie Fire in Chicago,

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Ancient Grains “Risotto” Style

Once a month, we will be providing you with a farm fresh recipe provided by chef’s from around the nation.  Our goal is to be as seasonal as possible; however, it is a big country out there so seasonal recipes may vary depending on your location. Enjoy!

SUMMER

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
1/2 cup uncooked

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Roma and Yellow Wax Bean Salad with Pine Nuts and Pesto Vinaigrette

Once a month, we will be providing you with a farm fresh recipe provided by chef’s from around the nation.  Our goal is to be as seasonal as possible; however, it is a big country out there so seasonal recipes may vary depending on your location. Enjoy!

1/2 pound tender young Roma beans, trimmed.
1/2 pound yellow

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