Homemade Pesto Variations

Pesto is that sometimes creamy, sometimes chunky, but always delicious green sauce that can accompany your pasta. Its really quite easy to make from scratch and can be incorporated into many dishes beyond pasta. Pesto makes a great spread on whole grain bread and is a delicious substitute for...

Creating the Perfect French Toast

There are many good reasons for not skipping the breakfast, as this meal provides your brain and body with enough energy to start your day and fulfill you busy schedule. Plus, a healthy breakfast can lower the risk of certain diseases. That’s why at Great Harvest in Mentor, we created the...

Traditional Italian Pasta & Breadcrumbs

Great Harvest here in Mentor, Ohio and the Lariccia family would like to introduce you to a traditional recipe from Southern Italy. Pasta and breadcrumbs is a simple dish created by the less fortunate who could not afford other ingredients. They would prepare the breadcrumbs using leftover...

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

The most simple things in life are the always the greatest, and you can’t go wrong with a tasty grilled cheese sandwich. Everybody has a childhood memory that involves this amazing treat, no wonder it will always make you feel good and it’s already considered by many as a comfort food. For this...

Onion Dip

Your favorite TV show, little get together or special occasion calls for a delicious appetizer, and an onion dip is a classic that your guests will love. Plus, it’s simple to prepare and it’s the best way to start your event. That’s why at Great Harvest in Mentor, we will share a recipe to...

Spaghetti Carbonara

Some of the greatest dishes were created by mixing together a few ingredients that were already in the pantry, and Spaghetti Carbonara is one of those lucky creations. We can track its origins in Rome, and the best part is that it’s delicious and easy to prepare. For this reason at Great Harvest...

Get Warm this Winter with This Hot Cocoa Recipe!

It may be chilly outside, but when you think about it, this stormy weather gives you the perfect opportunity to snuggle up under a blanket while you read a good book and sip on a delicious cup of hot cocoa. If you’d like to make this imaginary scenario a reality, follow this simple but tasty hot...

How to Start Preparing for Thanksgiving

A very important celebration in America takes place every fourth Thursday in November: Thanksgiving. Although the date is still a few weeks away, it’s important to start planning and be ready to create a memorable event. For this reason, at Great Harvest in Mentor, we have a few suggestions...

4 Easy Steps to Put Together a Delicious Fall Gift Basket

Fall is in full throttle right now, which means that with the new weather, there are new flavors, new colors and new scenery everywhere. An autumn-inspired gift basket can be a great way to enjoy this new season: you can give it to friends/relatives or use it with your family to go on a...

Bringing In the Fall Flavors at Great Harvest!

The summer days have come and gone, and now we’re getting ready for the fall season - which means we’re eager to get some autumn fruits and veggies! That’s right: the weather has changed, providing the perfect conditions to try some fall flavors.

Here at Great Harvest in Mentor we’re already...

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