One in a Melon!

Watermelon is quintessential with summer, not only for the time it is in season, but also for its ability to connect us with the nostalgia of our childhood. Most everyone can relate to a sentimental memory of eating watermelon on a hot summer day as a very special treat. It’s watermelon season on our farm… Read More »

Watermelon is quintessential with summer, not only for the time it is in season, but also for its ability to connect us with the nostalgia of our childhood. Most everyone can relate to a sentimental memory of eating watermelon on a hot summer day as a very special treat. It’s watermelon season on our farm… Read More »

Watermelon and Tomato Salad

Watermelon and Tomato Salad

Donna August 30, 2021

Ingredients: 3 Cups of Alstede Fresh Watermelon Diced 1 1/2 cups of assorted colors cherry tomatoes sliced in half or quarters 3 cups of cleaned and torn arugula leaves 3 T chopped mint leaves 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion 2 T lime juice 3 T Olive Oil 2 t honey (more or less to… Read More »

Asparagus and Watermelon Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

admin May 7, 2018

1 bunch asparagus shaved or cut into 1” pieces 3 cups fresh mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula) 1 1/2cups watermelon (cubed) Mix together the asparagus and greens and top with the lime vinaigrette. Mix and serve. Lime Vinaigrette Juice from 2 limes 1 T honey ¼ cup olive oil ½ t salt Whisk together and… Read More »

Watermelon Salad

admin August 17, 2015

2 cups spinach 2 cup arugula 2-3 cups fresh watermelon, chopped into small squares 1/4 cup roasted (or raw) pine nuts or pistachios (or mix) 2 Tbsp. walnut oil (or sunflower, safflower) 2 Tbsp. lime juice A dash of salt A dash of cayenne (optional) Garnish lime zest (optional) Mix oil, lime, salt and cayenne… Read More »

Moscato with Melon Balls

admin August 24, 2014

Muskmelon, cantaloupe or honeydew 1-2 T tarragon leaves or to taste 1 cup or more Moscato wine With a melon baller scoop out the melon into dessert glasses Pour in Moscato to cover the fruit, sprinkle with tarragon Allow the fruit and wine to chill for an hour before serving to allow flavors to blend.… Read More »

Watermelon and Cantaloupe Salad with Mint and Basil Vinaigrette

admin September 16, 2013

1/2 watermelon 1 cantaloupe, cut in half, seeded 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint leaves plus whole sprigs, for garnish 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves plus whole sprigs, for garnish 1 lemon juiced (1/4 cup) 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal amounts sugar and water heated until sugar dissolves, cool) 1/8 teaspoon amaretto Scoop 2 cups… Read More »

Watermelon Lime Spritzer

admin August 18, 2011

2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into cubes 1/2 cup ice cubes 2 cups lemon-lime flavored soda, divided 1 lime, cut into wedges Place the watermelon and the ice cubes in a blender and blend until smooth. Add more ice cubes for a more slushy mixture. Slowly add 1/2 of the lemon-lime soda and blend until… Read More »

Abuzz about Spring

Abuzz about Spring

Maxine March 13, 2024

It’s almost springtime which means you will begin to see pollinators buzzing around our farm. Pollinators are truly a farmer’s friend and so very vital to overall food production. Pollinators include bees, insects, birds, and other small insects that move pollen from one plant to another. Pollen is the yellow dust that you see clinging… Read More »

CSA Week 2024

CSA Week 2024

Maxine February 21, 2024

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

Go Big or Gourd Home

Go Big or Gourd Home

Maxine October 4, 2023

It’s the season for pumpkins and spice and everything nice and as farmers, we just love seeing the magnificent pumpkin receive well-deserved recognition. We believe that nature provides all of the nutrients our body needs by eating in harmony with the seasons and consuming pumpkin now is no exception. Pumpkin contains vitamins C, E, iron,… Read More »

It’s the season for pumpkins and spice and everything nice and as farmers, we just love seeing the magnificent pumpkin receive well-deserved recognition. We believe that nature provides all of the nutrients our body needs by eating in harmony with the seasons and consuming pumpkin now is no exception. Pumpkin contains vitamins C, E, iron,… Read More »

A Slice of Summer

A Slice of Summer

Maxine August 30, 2023

It’s Melon season on our farm right now from the beginning of August through October (weather-dependent). We farm over four acres of melons growing seven different varieties including red and yellow seedless watermelon, red and yellow seeded watermelon, muskmelon (AKA cantaloupe), honeydew melon, and canary melon. Belonging to the Cucurbits (Gourd family) these plants need… Read More »

It’s Melon season on our farm right now from the beginning of August through October (weather-dependent). We farm over four acres of melons growing seven different varieties including red and yellow seedless watermelon, red and yellow seeded watermelon, muskmelon (AKA cantaloupe), honeydew melon, and canary melon. Belonging to the Cucurbits (Gourd family) these plants need… Read More »

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