spring time

It is finally spring, and I couldn't be happier. Spring is my absolute most favorite time of year. Flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, misty rain falls, and oh yea, the green market comes back in full swing! There is nothing I love more than spending my Saturday at the green farmer's market in Union Square. If you've never been there, you've never experienced a farmer's market. There are SO many stands- from eggs, potatoes, pasta, bread, fruits, veggies, herbs, fish, meat...the list goes on. You can even buy maple candy (yes, my sister and I did buy this once). I recommend you get yourself there if you ever have the chance. Regardless of where you live though, farmer's markets are amazing ways to shop, and likely, there is one near you, even if you don't know it! Buying from the farmers market is awesome for so many reasons. First of all, you know that all of the produce there is ridiculously fresh and well cared for. Everything is natural, and everything is just that much more delicious. By shopping at the farmer's market, you're also supporting your local farmers by buying local and from small businesses, so you'll feel good about the food you're eating. Spring through fall, farmer's markets are booming and blooming. I seriously buy 75% of my weekly groceries there- they're often cheaper, and naturally more delicious (and often bigger!).

With many more Spring and Farmer's Market dedicated posts to come, I wanted to leave you with just a quick summer weeknight recipe, with fresh ingredients that work surprisingly well together. Let me know your favorite spring ingredient or dish, and maybe you'll see your recipe here!!


Spring Pasta with Kale, Tomato, and Edamame

happy spring!

1/2 cup brown rice pasta (whole wheat would work nicely here too)
1 large bunch kale (I used baby kale, which is a bit smaller and has a slightly less crunchy texture)
1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup frozen edamame, defrosted
1 sprinkle of parmesean cheese
1 tsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste


Bring a pot of water to boil over medium-high heat on your stove
Add the pasta into the water and allow to cook until al dente
Meanwhile, take the kale off their stalks and shred into bite size pieces
Drain the pasta and add it to a large pan on your oven, over low heat
Drizzle the pasta with olive oil
Add the tomatoes, kale, and edamame to the pasta, and season with salt and pepper
Serve warm or at room temperature, sprinkling with parmesean cheese to finish
enjoy!!