Learn about the featured food of the month

Health4U nutritionist Peggy Crum and MSU Corporate Chef Kurt Kwiatkowski team up to choose a slate of seasonal produce and pantry items to feature, one each month, throughout the year. Find links to the Recipe for Health newsletter and Chef's recipe.

Recipes

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Perch with Mango Salsa

Perfectly seasoned perch!

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Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Making cheese at home is magical and delicious. A fresh cheese such as ricotta is a good place to start.

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Thai Plum Noodle Salad

Fresh plum seems to be a surprise ingredient in an Asian-inspired noodle salad. But the two have met before! Plum sauce, also known as duck sauce, is commonly found in noodle bowls and stir fries.

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Asparagus and Walnut Salad

The perfect salad for every meal! Asparagus is always best when fresh. Make sure to incorporate this salad into your meals during the spring and summer months. It's deliciously prepared with notes of lemon, honey and thyme.

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Salsa Verde

This salsa is packed with flavor! It's perfect for the cilantro enthusiast with its citrusy, fresh flavor.

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Go Green Hummus

A sweet alternative to chickpea hummus!

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Rhubarb & Strawberry Crisp

Combine tart rhubarb with sweet strawberries, add a streusel topping, and bake until bubbly. Dessert doesn’t get easier—or more classic—than this. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You’re sure to get rave reviews!

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Fennel Stuffed Salmon

Fennel's mild anise flavor and natural sweetness pairs beautifully with salmon. If you've never prepared fennel before, be sure to read the "Learn More About..." section.

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Southwest Goddess Dressing

Dressing made with creamy avocado and garlic - best on Bibb, iceburg and romaine lettuce.

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Pineapple and Shrimp Banh Mi

A Vietnamese-style sandwich

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Trout Almondine

Classic preparation of rainbow trout with an elegant twist: a quick and easy pan sauce!

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