Seasonal Chef is a series of recipes made possible through a partnership with North Iowa Fresh. Recipes feature seasonally available ingredients intended to complement their Bounty Box Program which serves subscribers across North Iowa!
Add all ingredients, except rice/pasta, to 6-quart slow cooker
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 7-8 hours.
Add uncooked rice or pasta and season to taste. Continue cooking on low for 45 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
At serving, add a dash of lemon juice and parmesan cheese.
Notes
North Iowa Fresh is an innovative local food business (Food Hub) created by local food farmers from across north central Iowa. They distribute local food to individuals and families primarily through the Bounty Box vegetable subscription (Community Supported Agriculture - CSA program). They also deliver wholesale to grocery stores, restaurants and schools.Seasonal Chef is supported by a Farmer/Rancher (SARE) Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education grant.