Gently wash and slice, then saut-e in butter, wine and garlic and serve over baked polenta. If you wonder over to the organic tables on Wednesday or Sunday, you might be able to find beautiful Oyster, Lion's Mane, or Shitake mushrooms. The famous Walla Walla onions are everywhere now. Enjoy their sweetness while you can, it's a short season. Look for the interesting sweet red onions from the Skagit Valley right now, too.
Shallots are a member of the onion family and resemble heads of garlic.
They add a nice subtle quality in most dishes when used instead of onions. I'm pleased to say they are both delicious. There's a fresh crop of organic peanuts from Eastern Washington right now. One thoughtful farmer has even roasted some for you. Buy the raw ones still on the vine to roast at home or make your own peanut butter.