apple cider 3 ways

Alstede Fresh Apple Cider 3 Ways

apple cider 3 ways

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.… Read More »

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.… Read More »

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Butternut Squash and Leek Risotto

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Butternut Squash and Leek Risotto

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Apple Filled Crepes

Apple Filled Crepes

Apple Filled Crepes

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Apple Pizza

Apple Pizza

Apple Pizza

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells

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Roasted Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Spinach and Potato Gnocchi

Spinach

Spinach and Potato Gnocchi

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

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

Grilled Carrots

Grilled Carrots

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

Batter Dropped Cider Donuts

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… Read More »

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… Read More »

Winter Squash and Spinach Ravioli

Winter Squash and Spinach Ravioli

Winter Squash and Spinach Ravioli

Winter Squash and Spinach Ravioli

1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 8 1/2-inch slices of roasted squash, peeled and mashed 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 8 sage leaves 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth 16 wonton wrappers Heat… Read More »

1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 8 1/2-inch slices of roasted squash, peeled and mashed 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 8 sage leaves 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth 16 wonton wrappers Heat… Read More »

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

From your share: 1 cheese pumpkin From your kitchen: Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 lb. stale bread thinly sliced and cut into 1/2” chunks 1/4 lb. Gruyere, Emmenthal, or Cheddar or a combination cut into ½“chunks 2-4 cloves garlic coarsely chopped 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp, drained, and chopped or even cooked… Read More »

From your share: 1 cheese pumpkin From your kitchen: Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 lb. stale bread thinly sliced and cut into 1/2” chunks 1/4 lb. Gruyere, Emmenthal, or Cheddar or a combination cut into ½“chunks 2-4 cloves garlic coarsely chopped 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp, drained, and chopped or even cooked… Read More »

Broccoli Potato Quiche

Broccoli Potato Quiche

Broccoli Potato Quiche

Broccoli Potato Quiche

Many thanks to Caryn Pollock for sharing this recipe with us this week. 2 large potatoes peeled 2 cups of chopped fresh broccoli 1/4 cup milk 1/4  teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon Olive oil 1/2  onion chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 3 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon… Read More »

Many thanks to Caryn Pollock for sharing this recipe with us this week. 2 large potatoes peeled 2 cups of chopped fresh broccoli 1/4 cup milk 1/4  teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon Olive oil 1/2  onion chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 3 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon… Read More »