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186 recipes across 68 plants. Every recipe starts with something you can grow. Season by season, plant by plant.

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Artichoke

Asteraceae

perennial

Steamed artichoke with melted butter and lemon See growing guide →

Grilled artichokes with garlic aioli See growing guide →

Artichoke and spinach dip See growing guide →

Baby artichokes roasted whole with olive oil and herbs See growing guide →

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Arugula

Brassicaceae

cool

Arugula salad with shaved Parmesan, lemon, and olive oil See growing guide →

Arugula pesto (peppery alternative to basil pesto)See growing guide →

Arugula on pizza — added after baking for a fresh kick See growing guide →

Wilted arugula pasta with garlic, chili, and breadcrumbs See growing guide →

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Asparagus

Asparagaceae

perennial

Roasted asparagus with olive oil, sea salt, and lemon zest See growing guide →

Asparagus risotto with Parmesan See growing guide →

Grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto See growing guide →

Asparagus soup with crème fraîche and chives See growing guide →

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Bok Choy

Brassicaceae

cool

Stir-fried bok choy with garlic and oyster sauce See growing guide →

Bok choy and shiitake soup with ginger See growing guide →

Grilled bok choy halves with sesame-miso dressing See growing guide →

Quick-pickled bok choy stems See growing guide →

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Brussels Sprouts

Brassicaceae

cool

Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and balsamic See growing guide →

Shaved Brussels sprout salad with Parmesan, lemon, and pine nuts See growing guide →

Brussels sprouts gratin with Gruyère cream sauce See growing guide →

Pan-fried Brussels sprouts with chili crisp and honey See growing guide →

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Cabbage

Brassicaceae

cool

Homemade sauerkraut (fermented with salt, caraway, juniper)See growing guide →

Cabbage rolls (golabki) stuffed with rice, meat, and tomato sauce See growing guide →

Coleslaw with apple, carrot, and creamy dressing See growing guide →

Braised red cabbage with apple, vinegar, and warm spices See growing guide →

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Calendula

Asteraceae

cool

Calendula petals as poor man's saffron — adds golden color to rice and soups See growing guide →

Calendula-infused oil for homemade skin salves See growing guide →

Calendula and honey tea (soothing for sore throats)See growing guide →

Fresh petals scattered over salads and soups See growing guide →

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Celery

Apiaceae

cool

Celery soup with blue cheese and toasted walnuts See growing guide →

Waldorf salad with homegrown celery, apples, and walnuts See growing guide →

Mirepoix base for soups and stews (celery, onion, carrot)See growing guide →

Braised celery hearts with Parmesan See growing guide →

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Collards

Brassicaceae

cool

Southern-style collard greens slow-braised with smoked paprika and garlic See growing guide →

Collard wraps (use leaves as tortillas for spring rolls or burritos)See growing guide →

Sautéed collards with bacon and cider vinegar See growing guide →

Collard and sweet potato soup with coconut milk See growing guide →

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Corn

Poaceae

warm

Grilled corn on the cob with herb butter See growing guide →

Fresh corn salad with tomato, basil, and lime See growing guide →

Corn chowder with bacon and potatoes See growing guide →

Elote: Mexican street corn with crema, cotija, chili, and lime See growing guide →

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Eggplant

Solanaceae

warm

Baba ghanoush: char eggplant over gas flame, scrape flesh, blend with tahini, lemon, garlic See growing guide →

Eggplant Parmesan with fresh mozzarella and garden basil See growing guide →

Sichuan fish-fragrant eggplant (yu xiang qie zi)See growing guide →

Grilled eggplant slices with miso glaze See growing guide →

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Endive

Asteraceae

cool

Endive salad with blue cheese, walnuts, and pear See growing guide →

Braised endive with butter and lemon See growing guide →

Endive boats with goat cheese and honey (appetizer)See growing guide →

Grilled endive with balsamic glaze See growing guide →

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Fennel

Apiaceae

cool

Shaved fennel salad with orange, olive, and mint See growing guide →

Braised fennel with Parmesan and cream See growing guide →

Fennel gratin with Gruyère See growing guide →

Roasted fennel with fish — fronds as garnish, bulb as the bed See growing guide →

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Ginger

Zingiberaceae

hot

Fresh ginger tea with honey and lemon See growing guide →

Stir-fries with young ginger (tender enough to slice without peeling)See growing guide →

Pickled ginger (gari) for sushi See growing guide →

Candied ginger from homegrown roots See growing guide →

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Green Bean

Fabaceae

warm

Sautéed green beans with garlic and toasted almonds See growing guide →

Dilly beans (pickled green beans with dill and garlic)See growing guide →

Green bean salad with mustard vinaigrette and shallots See growing guide →

Green beans amandine: blanched beans with brown butter and sliced almonds See growing guide →

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Horseradish

Brassicaceae

perennial

Fresh horseradish sauce: grated root + vinegar + salt + cream See growing guide →

Horseradish-crusted roasted beef See growing guide →

Bloody Mary with fresh horseradish See growing guide →

Beet and horseradish relish (chrain — Eastern European condiment)See growing guide →

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Kohlrabi

Brassicaceae

cool

Kohlrabi slaw with apple, carrot, and creamy dressing See growing guide →

Roasted kohlrabi wedges with garlic and Parmesan See growing guide →

Kohlrabi fritters with yogurt sauce See growing guide →

Thinly sliced raw kohlrabi with salt and lemon (like jicama)See growing guide →

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Lavender

Lamiaceae

perennial

Lavender shortbread cookies See growing guide →

Lavender lemonade See growing guide →

Herbes de Provence (dried lavender + thyme + rosemary + oregano)See growing guide →

Lavender syrup for cocktails and desserts See growing guide →

Dried lavender sachets for drawers and closets See growing guide →

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Lima Bean

Fabaceae

hot

Succotash: fresh lima beans with corn, cream, and herbs See growing guide →

Lima bean hummus with lemon and garlic See growing guide →

Southern-style butter beans simmered with ham hock See growing guide →

Warm lima bean salad with roasted peppers and sherry vinegar See growing guide →

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Marigold

Asteraceae

warm

Marigold petals are edible — use in salads for color (they taste slightly citrusy)See growing guide →

Dried marigold petals as a poor man's saffron (color, not flavor)See growing guide →

Marigold-infused oil for skin salves See growing guide →

Companion planting: interplant with tomatoes to deter whiteflies See growing guide →

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Marjoram

Lamiaceae

warm

Marjoram is essential in any dish calling for oregano (it is the original pizza herb)See growing guide →

Marjoram-infused olive oil See growing guide →

Roasted vegetables with marjoram and garlic See growing guide →

Marjoram tea (soothing for digestion)See growing guide →

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Melon

Cucurbitaceae

hot

Chilled melon soup with mint and lime See growing guide →

Prosciutto-wrapped cantaloupe with balsamic drizzle See growing guide →

Melon, feta, and arugula salad See growing guide →

Watermelon agua fresca with lime See growing guide →

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Mint

Lamiaceae

perennial

Fresh mint tea (hot or iced) — just pour boiling water over fresh leaves See growing guide →

Mint chutney with cilantro, green chili, and lime See growing guide →

Tabbouleh with lots of fresh mint See growing guide →

Mojitos (of course)See growing guide →

Mint jelly for lamb See growing guide →

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Mustard Greens

Brassicaceae

cool

Sautéed mustard greens with garlic and sesame oil See growing guide →

Mustard green and potato curry (sarson ka saag)See growing guide →

Wilted mustard green salad with warm bacon vinaigrette See growing guide →

Quick-pickled mustard green stems See growing guide →

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Nasturtium

Tropaeolaceae

warm

Nasturtium flowers stuffed with herbed goat cheese See growing guide →

Nasturtium leaf pesto (peppery and bright)See growing guide →

Nasturtium seed pods pickled as poor man's capers See growing guide →

Salad garnish: whole flowers scattered over greens See growing guide →

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Okra

Malvaceae

hot

Fried okra with cornmeal crust See growing guide →

Gumbo with andouille sausage and shrimp See growing guide →

Roasted okra with smoked paprika and lemon See growing guide →

Pickled okra (spicy, with garlic and dill)See growing guide →

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Parsnip

Apiaceae

cool

Roasted parsnips with honey, thyme, and sea salt See growing guide →

Parsnip purée with brown butter and nutmeg See growing guide →

Parsnip and apple soup See growing guide →

Parsnip cake (like carrot cake but more complex and nutty)See growing guide →

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Pepper

Solanaceae

warm

Roasted red pepper soup with smoked paprika and cream See growing guide →

Stuffed bell peppers with quinoa, black beans, and cotija See growing guide →

Peperonata: slow-cooked peppers with onion, garlic, and olive oil See growing guide →

Fire-roasted peppers peeled and packed in olive oil for winter See growing guide →

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Pole Bean

Fabaceae

warm

All green bean recipes apply See growing guide →

Slow-braised pole beans with tomatoes and olive oil (Greek fasolakia)See growing guide →

Blanched and frozen for winter — pole beans freeze beautifully See growing guide →

Bean and potato curry with coconut milk See growing guide →

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Potato

Solanaceae

cool

Crispy roasted Yukon Gold potatoes with rosemary and garlic See growing guide →

Potato-leek soup with garden leeks See growing guide →

Crash hot potatoes: boiled, smashed, and roasted until crispy See growing guide →

Garden potato salad with fresh herbs and mustard vinaigrette See growing guide →

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Pumpkin

Cucurbitaceae

warm

Classic pumpkin pie with homegrown purée (roast, scoop, blend)See growing guide →

Pumpkin bread with chocolate chips and warm spices See growing guide →

Roasted pumpkin wedges with rosemary and garlic See growing guide →

Pumpkin soup with coconut milk, ginger, and lime See growing guide →

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Radicchio

Asteraceae

cool

Grilled radicchio with olive oil and sea salt (transforms bitterness to sweetness)See growing guide →

Radicchio risotto with red wine and Parmesan See growing guide →

Radicchio and pear salad with gorgonzola See growing guide →

Radicchio braised with balsamic and pancetta See growing guide →

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Radish

Brassicaceae

cool

Radishes with butter and flaky salt (classic French snack)See growing guide →

Shaved radish and cucumber salad with dill yogurt See growing guide →

Quick-pickled radishes with rice vinegar See growing guide →

Roasted radishes — cooking transforms them from spicy to sweet See growing guide →

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Rhubarb

Polygonaceae

perennial

Rhubarb pie (with strawberry or solo)See growing guide →

Rhubarb compote over yogurt or ice cream See growing guide →

Rhubarb crisp with oat topping See growing guide →

Rhubarb shrub (drinking vinegar) for cocktails and sodas See growing guide →

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Rutabaga

Brassicaceae

cool

Neeps and tatties: mashed rutabaga and potato with butter (Scottish classic)See growing guide →

Roasted rutabaga fries with garlic aioli See growing guide →

Rutabaga and apple soup with sage See growing guide →

Pasties with rutabaga, potato, and beef See growing guide →

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Strawberry

Rosaceae

perennial

Warm from the garden, eaten standing in the sun (the best recipe)See growing guide →

Strawberry shortcake with whipped cream See growing guide →

Homemade strawberry jam (low-sugar, pectin-free)See growing guide →

Strawberry-rhubarb pie from garden rhubarb See growing guide →

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Summer Squash

Cucurbitaceae

warm

Sautéed summer squash with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and basil See growing guide →

Summer squash gratin with Parmesan and breadcrumbs See growing guide →

Spiralized squash noodles with pesto See growing guide →

Squash casserole with onion, cheddar, and cracker topping See growing guide →

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Sunflower

Asteraceae

warm

Roasted sunflower seeds with salt and spices See growing guide →

Sunflower seed butter (like peanut butter, from homegrown seeds)See growing guide →

Sunflower sprouts (harvest seedlings at 2-3 inches for microgreens)See growing guide →

Sunflower petals are edible — use as garnish See growing guide →

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Sweet Potato

Convolvulaceae

warm

Roasted sweet potato wedges with chipotle-lime mayo See growing guide →

Sweet potato and black bean tacos See growing guide →

Mashed sweet potatoes with maple and miso butter See growing guide →

Sweet potato pie with pecan streusel See growing guide →

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Swiss Chard

Amaranthaceae

cool

Sautéed chard with garlic, chili flakes, and lemon See growing guide →

Swiss chard and ricotta stuffed shells See growing guide →

Chard stem gratin (use the colorful stems!)See growing guide →

Chard frittata with goat cheese and herbs See growing guide →

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Tarragon

Asteraceae

warm

Béarnaise sauce (tarragon + shallots + white wine reduction + butter)See growing guide →

Chicken tarragon salad with walnuts and grapes See growing guide →

Tarragon vinegar (steep fresh sprigs in white wine vinegar for 2 weeks)See growing guide →

Roasted fish with tarragon butter See growing guide →

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Turmeric

Zingiberaceae

hot

Golden milk: fresh turmeric + milk + black pepper + honey See growing guide →

Fresh turmeric paste for curries (freezes well)See growing guide →

Turmeric-ginger tea with lemon See growing guide →

Fresh turmeric added to smoothies See growing guide →

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Turnip

Brassicaceae

cool

Roasted turnips with thyme and honey See growing guide →

Mashed turnips with butter and black pepper See growing guide →

Turnip and potato gratin See growing guide →

Pickled turnips (Middle Eastern-style, with beet for color)See growing guide →

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Watermelon

Cucurbitaceae

hot

Watermelon, feta, and mint salad See growing guide →

Watermelon gazpacho See growing guide →

Grilled watermelon steaks with lime and chili salt See growing guide →

Watermelon margarita See growing guide →

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Winter Squash

Cucurbitaceae

warm

Roasted butternut squash soup with sage brown butter See growing guide →

Delicata rings roasted with maple and cayenne See growing guide →

Pumpkin pie from scratch with homegrown sugar pie pumpkins See growing guide →

Stuffed acorn squash with wild rice, cranberries, and pecans See growing guide →

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Zucchini

Cucurbitaceae

warm

Zucchini bread with walnuts and cinnamon See growing guide →

Grilled zucchini planks with lemon, olive oil, and fresh herbs See growing guide →

Zucchini fritters with feta and dill See growing guide →

Ratatouille: zucchini, eggplant, tomato, and peppers slow-cooked with herbs de Provence See growing guide →

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