A Time for Community, Gratitude, and Holiday Fun As the crisp autumn air (finally) settles in and the vibrant colors surround us, we find ourselves in the heart of harvest season—a time that reminds us to slow down, savor the beauty around us, and reflect on the many things we are thankful for. Whether you’re …
Spring is officially in full swing on the farm, and there’s no better time to reflect on the deep connections between the land, our food, and our community. This week, we’re out in the fields continuing spring planting—sweet corn, peas, onions, and everyone’s favorite early spring treat, strawberries, are all in the ground and growing. …
Have you taken an excursion to our farm store in Chester lately? Or how about our farm market in Jefferson? Both locations hold so many adventures for you to explore. You will find plenty of new things curated especially for winter like our homemade soups, prepared foods, and warming pot pies. Our friendly and knowledgeable …
Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking a holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. Our Ultimate …
There are three chances to visit our farm during delicious apple season with the emergence of early-season apples, mid-season apples, and late-season apples. Apple season is categorized into three parts to distinguish the many varieties of growing periods, early season, mid-season, and late season. The category names mean just that, early season apples are the …
You Knead To Eat. There is something about being outside in the fresh air on a farm that brings out the hunger in people. Maybe it’s the fun pick-your-own activities, the fresh vegetables and fruits in their natural habitat, or spending time outdoors in the beautiful scenery that stimulates appetites like no other. Folks are …
As you prepare to gather with family, or chosen family, and share a fabulous meal, remember to give thanks and approach this holiday with sustainability in mind. We’re providing you with this “How to After Holiday” guide with a few simple tips to ensure you have the best one yet. If you are following along …
Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking the holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. We have …
Ingredients: ¼ c blanched Alstede Fresh peas Reserve: ½ cup fresh raw peas 2 garlic scapes cut into 1” pieces 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley ½ c whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese Zest from ½ lemon 2-3 chives chopped fine 1-2 T chopped capers 1 T parmesan Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare …
helpful tips for a fun farm visit Before I Arrive at the Farm: Please review our 2020 Pick Your Own Policies and Rules. Tickets must be purchased in advance from our website prior to your arrival. This allows us to pace how many individuals are at the farm at a given time and reduce contact. …
August is National Peach Month so enjoy some scrumptious peach treats at Alstede Farm’s Peach Harvest Festival on Sunday. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., celebrate all things peach with peach muffins, peach melba loaf, assorted peach pies, baked oatmeal with peaches and even peach fry pies! While at the farm, explore everything else it …
10 Macoun apples or apples you have on hand quartered slice or dice 1/4 cup apple cider or water 1/4 cup sugar * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Place the apple pieces, apple juice, and cinnamon in the pressure cooker and stir to combine. As soon as the pressure cooker comes to high pressure remove the …
