Celebrating Apple & Fall Season

All About Apples, Recipes, and Late-Season Produce As the crisp night air of autumn settles in, our farm is bustling with the rich aroma of freshly harvested apples, a true hallmark of the fall season. This time of year, the trees are heavy with fruit, and our farm invites you to embrace the beauty and …

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apple cider 3 ways

Apple Sauce 1 1/2 lbs. of Alstede Farms Apples – mixing apple varieties will produce the best flavor. 1/4 -1/2 t cinnamon 1/4 c or more apple cider Peel, core, and cut apples into chunks. Place apple pieces into a saucepan. Pour in the cider and sprinkle with the cinnamon. Cook apples over medium heat. …

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How to Stock the Perfect Winter Pantry

Align closer to the season by making sure to keep your pantry stocked with essential items that make mealtime fun and easier. Our culinary and education specialist, Miss Jenn, has put together her top picks to help you cook with ease and obtain optimum nutrition this Winter. Basic essentials are items that you should have on …

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Rutabaga Three Ways

Roasted Rutabaga 1 medium or 2 small rutabaga 1-2 T butter and olive oil salt and pepper Wash and peel the rutabaga. Cut into a small dice. Preheat the oven to 425. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Melt the butter into the heated oil over medium heat. Add the rutabaga and sauté …

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Eating in Season – Winter

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in …

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Butternut Squash and Leek Risotto

Butternut Squash and Leek Risotto – Serves 4 Ingredients: 8 Cups of Vegetable Stock 1 Butternut Squash 2 TBS Unsalted Butter Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 TSP Dried Chili Flakes Dash of Kosher Salt Dash of Pepper 2 Cups of Arborio Rice 1 Pound of Leeks 2 Garlic Cloves – Chopped or Minced 1 Cup …

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Apple Filled Crepes

Basic Crepe Recipe: 1 c flour 1/4 t salt 1 t sugar (Measure the dry ingredients into a large bowl and set aside) 2 eggs 1/2 c milk 1/3 c water In a medium bowl beat the eggs. Add the milk and the water, beat well. Mix in 1 T melted butter. Create a well …

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Apple Pizza

4-5 baking apples cored and quartered Slice each quarter into 4 pieces, set aside 1/2 c. sugar (can cut to ¼ cup) 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg In a small bowl mix together the sugar and spices 3/4 c. flour 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. butter cut into tiny pieces Mix together the flour …

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Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells

10 ounces diced butternut squash (about 2 1/2 cups) 1 small shallot, halved 1 clove garlic, unpeeled 2–3 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped 1 large leaf fresh sage, finely chopped, plus more for serving Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 30 jumbo pasta shells (about 10 ounces) 1/4 cup …

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Spinach and Potato Gnocchi

1 pound potatoes 4 1/2 ounces of spinach, weigh after any stems have been removed 1 egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 dash nutmeg salt and pepper 1/4 cup Parmesan 2 tablespoons of cream cheese (optional) See full recipe at: Caroline’scooking.com

Grilled Carrots

8 medium carrots, each 6 to 8 inches long and about 1 inch wide at the stem 2- 3 T unsalted butter ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 teaspoon minced fresh Italian parsley leaves or chervil (optional) Wash …

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Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

1 cup of cider, boiled down to 1/4 cup. Let cool. 2 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg 1/3 cup milk 1 egg, slightly beaten Assemble ingredients: Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. In large bowl combine flour, 1/4 …

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