Recipe by Chef Paola Villafane  

Demonstrated at the Decatur Farmers Market on June 22, 2016

Ingredients:

• Blackberries from Mountain Earth Farms
• Lemon cucumbers from Partnership Farm (but any cukes will do!)
• Tomatoes from Partnership Farm
• Wheat/Rye Bread from Lion Tamer (any crusty bread will do)
• Arugula from Global Growers
• Sprinkle of goat cheese or feta from Formaggio (optional)
• Balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Mash one cup of blackberries with a fork.
2. Stir in one tablespoon of balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Finely chop arugula.
4. Slice tomatoes and cucumbers.
5. Slice bread and toast. (or don’t toast, it’s great non-toasty too!)
6. Spread blackberry mash on bread.
7. Top with sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of cheese. (if using)
8. Finish with arugula on top.