Oyster mushroom tacos with sweet mango salsa

Here's what Chloe Coscarelli, winner of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, says: "These vegetarian tacos are fresh and healthy, but oh-so-delicioso!" She grows the mushrooms in her Back to the Roots mushroom kit.

Oyster mushroom pasta in pink sauce

Chloe Coscarelli, winner of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, says this traditional Italian favorite is magical with the addition of oyster mushrooms grown in her Back to the Roots mushroom kit.

Grilled salmon with chipotle-honey glaze

This is one dish sure to impress guests. The zesty-sweet glaze pairs equally well with grilled chicken or pork.

Carnitas

Marinated overnight and then slow-cooked, these tender carnitas are perfect for your next fiesta. From the menu of Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen in Brea.

Brandied cling peach pork chops

Golden peaches provide a sweet counterpoint to pork chops in this recipe from Sutter County chef Angelo Micheli.

Spicy pork-beef meatballs

San Francisco chef Adam Keough makes meatballs with a kick. Serve with crusty bread or over your favorite type of pasta.

Fazzoletti with duck ragout and artichoke crisps

Braised pork belly, green garlic puree and fava beans

Sweet potato soup

Herb roasted pork loin with grilled peaches and limoncello glaze

Ventura County chef Jason Collis uses as many locally grown products as possible in his creations.