Sept. 19, 2022 – Sept. 25, 2022 Week 22 Harvest: Gala Apples Broccoli Swiss Chard Beans Cubanella Peppers Eggplant Italian Roaster Peppers Tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes Summer Squash Beets Onions Kale Cucumbers Leeks Red Potatoes Please note: Your actual CSA share contents will be listed on the label inside of your box and may differ from …
Sept. 12, 2022 – Sept. 18, 2022 Week 21 Harvest: Honeycrisp Apples Broccoli Swiss Chard Beans Bell Peppers Eggplant Lunchbox Peppers Tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes Summer Squash Beets Onions Kale Cucumbers Leeks Husk Cherries Please note: Your actual CSA share contents will be listed on the label inside of your box and may differ from this …
Summer squash are varieties of Cucurbita pepo related to pumpkins, melons and cucumbers. Believed to be native to America’s, summer squash are harvested when immature and the rind is still tender and edible. We farm 4 acres of squash growing six different varieties including; yellow round (AKA 8 ball) green round, yellow straight neck, Cousa, …
In honor of our 40 years and growing, we reinvented the 7 layer dip from the 80’s to this farm fresh dish using healthy, colorful fruits in season. Ingredients: 1 large red onion, minced ½ large bunch of cilantro, chopped 1 large red sweet pepper, minced 4-5 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 1 …
It’s 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 to …
Radishes are an annual, edible, root veggie in the Brassicaceae family. The word radish originated from the Latin word “Radix” meaning root. Radish is related to kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and mustard greens. They all typically have a light colored flesh inside however the skin color may vary to include white, yellow, pink, purple, black …
Three delicious ways to serve Alstede Fresh mizuna: Greek Salad Board: Prepare the salad: Mixed greens to include mizuna, lettuce, arugula. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar, 1-2 T olive oil. Toss, and top with crumbled feta cheese. Surround with hummus, sliced cucumber, sliced cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, toasts. Antipasto Garnish Salad: Mixed greens to include …
Food waste comprises approximately 30-40 percent of the food supply in the US, according to a USDA estimated study. The USDA and EPA are working together to solve this problem and we would like to help by providing you with these tips for reducing food waste in your home. Buy Local Start out by buying …
This week’s exciting eating in season highlight features the versatile and delicious root vegetable. Root vegetables are low in calories, high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and are very nourishing, as you would expect. High in fiber and slow burning carbs, root veggies which may help boost gut health. Growing underground, root vegetables soak up …
We all know the benefits of incorporating more fruits and vegetables into our diets, however, we also know that it can be a daunting chore for some. We are here to offer fresh inspirations for the new year and to show you how easy and fun it can be to get that daily dose of …
New Year’s Eve is rapidly approaching and we want to help you ring in the new year in a healthy and delicious way! Reinvent your NYE appetizers to include kale, which is now in season. Kale will provide a nutritious boost to your appetizers and help you eat healthy in the new year. Try a …
1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cleaned 1 c canned black beans rinsed 1/3 cup or more cilantro 1 cup chopped hot and sweet peppers 2 cloves of garlic minced 1 small onion thinly sliced Chopped tomato or cucumber, (optional) Dressing: 2 T lime juice 2 T apple cider vinegar 1 T honey or more …
