August 13th Vendor & Recipe of the Week

VENDOR OF THE WEEK

"FISHER'S POTTERY"

Stephen Fisher

The Vendor of the Week is potter Stephen Fisher who is the ceramic teacher at the College of Idaho. He debued for the first time at the Caldwell Farmers’ Market and throws pots while you watch. He has an array of hand-thrown bowls, pots, mugs, teapots, vases, colanders, and dishes. His prices range from $6.00- $50.00.

RECIPE OF THE WEEK
By Susan Watson of Watson’s Sunnyslope Farm

IDAHO STIR FRY

2 lbs Green Beans, cut into thirds
2 lbs. Baby Red Potatoes, cut into bite size portion
1 large Sweet Onion
1/2 pound cut up Bacon
2 large cloves of Garlic, finely chopped
Salt & Pepper to taste

Mix together in a large bowl, beans and potatoes. Coat with Olive oil.

In a large wok, saute bacon, onion and garlic until bacon is done. Add beans and potatoes. Season with salt and pepper or use Johnny’s Seasoning Salt. Stir fry on medium heat and after 15 minutes, add 1/8 cup of water to help steam vegetables.

Cover and cook for about 35 minutes or until beans and potatoes are tender. Serves 6-8.