Spring Color Recipes

From bright green leeks and orange winter squash to purple-tinged shallots and rainbow carrots, this week’s lineup is awash in vibrant colors indicative of the coming spring. Enjoy this seasonal bounty alongside locally-baked multigrain bread, sweet and mellow D’Anjou pears, Tunisian Deglet Nour dates on the branch, Tunawerth Creamery Greek yogurt and our farm-fresh eggs, plus small-batch, all-purpose organic flour from Burlington-based Cairnspring Mills for all your baking and culinary needs. Dig in!

Here are a few recipe ideas for the week:

Spring Leek Quiche with Chevre
This classic quiche features tender leeks, fresh chives and rich chevre cheese.

Butter Pie Dough
This simple, extraordinary all-purpose pie dough recipe from the minds at Metropolitan Market and Cairnspring Mills can be used in both your sweet and savory baking.

Parmesan-Crusted Winter Squash
This versatile recipe works with any number of squash—Butternut, Tetsukabuto, Acorn, Delicata or any other variety you like.

Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette
A simple, easy and incredibly flavorful salad vinaigrette to add to your arsenal!

Pear Sauce
This lovely sauce is amazing on top of freshly-baked scones, or enjoyed with your morning oatmeal.