Khalota

Khalota

Khalota

Khalota

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley) Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 TBS olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBS minced fresh parsley 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 large zucchini, diced 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 12 oz. green… Read More »

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley) Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 TBS olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBS minced fresh parsley 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 large zucchini, diced 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 12 oz. green… Read More »

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Salad

4-6 ears of corn 1/2 red or orange pepper chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, fine dice 1/2 c chopped red onion (or use the white onion in your share) 4-6 scallions sliced thin white and light green 1/2 cup chopped cilantro plus more for garnish 1/3-1/2 c cotija or crumbled feta cheese a little extra for… Read More »

4-6 ears of corn 1/2 red or orange pepper chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, fine dice 1/2 c chopped red onion (or use the white onion in your share) 4-6 scallions sliced thin white and light green 1/2 cup chopped cilantro plus more for garnish 1/3-1/2 c cotija or crumbled feta cheese a little extra for… Read More »

Stovetop Popcorn

Alstede Fresh Stovetop Popcorn

Stovetop Popcorn

Stovetop Popcorn

How to make Alstede Fresh Popcorn on stovetop or in microwave How-to remove the kernels from the cob to pop on your stovetop: First start with a bowl or container where you are working. Choose 1 line of kernels and put a little pressure on the first kernel. They will become loose and fall into… Read More »

How to make Alstede Fresh Popcorn on stovetop or in microwave How-to remove the kernels from the cob to pop on your stovetop: First start with a bowl or container where you are working. Choose 1 line of kernels and put a little pressure on the first kernel. They will become loose and fall into… Read More »

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 »

Mini Blooming Onions

Alstede Fresh Mini Blooming Onions

Mini Blooming Onions

Mini Blooming Onions

Steps to prepping the onions for frying: Remove the skin from the onions. Using a sharp knife slice through the onion to make at least 6 to 7 sections without cutting all the way through the onion. Place the onions in a bowl of cold water to help them open up. Season the flour or… Read More »

Steps to prepping the onions for frying: Remove the skin from the onions. Using a sharp knife slice through the onion to make at least 6 to 7 sections without cutting all the way through the onion. Place the onions in a bowl of cold water to help them open up. Season the flour or… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Mulled Cider

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Alstede Fresh Mulled Cider

Alstede Fresh Mulled Cider

Making and enjoying mulled cider is simple and satisfying. This recipe can be doubled if needed and you can add alcohol or serve without. Ingredients: 1 gallon of Alstede Fresh Apple Cider 2 whole cinnamon sticks, broken in half 1/4 tsp ground allspice (can substitute whole cloves or star anise, if preferred) Orange slices or… Read More »

Making and enjoying mulled cider is simple and satisfying. This recipe can be doubled if needed and you can add alcohol or serve without. Ingredients: 1 gallon of Alstede Fresh Apple Cider 2 whole cinnamon sticks, broken in half 1/4 tsp ground allspice (can substitute whole cloves or star anise, if preferred) Orange slices or… Read More »

Homegrown Popped Corn

Alstede Fresh Popcorn

Homegrown Popped Corn

Homegrown Popped Corn

Alstede Fresh Homegrown Popped Corn To pop a corncob: Place one dried corn cob into a paper bag, do not add anything else. Lunch size bags will work however the larger size brown lunch bag is even better, keeping all of the corn inside the bag. That being said, too large is not good either.… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Homegrown Popped Corn To pop a corncob: Place one dried corn cob into a paper bag, do not add anything else. Lunch size bags will work however the larger size brown lunch bag is even better, keeping all of the corn inside the bag. That being said, too large is not good either.… Read More »

Harvesting Sunflower Seeds

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Harvesting Sunflower Seeds

Harvesting Sunflower Seeds

Ingredients: 3-4 sunflower heads that are past bloom 6– 8 cups of water (adjust according to bucket size) 1/4 cup kosher salt Clean bucket/ container & cutting shears Paper towels and cookie sheet or shallow box Spices of choice, cooking spray if desired How to harvest the sunflower heads: Use sunflower heads that have died… Read More »

Ingredients: 3-4 sunflower heads that are past bloom 6– 8 cups of water (adjust according to bucket size) 1/4 cup kosher salt Clean bucket/ container & cutting shears Paper towels and cookie sheet or shallow box Spices of choice, cooking spray if desired How to harvest the sunflower heads: Use sunflower heads that have died… Read More »

Simple Pickled Cucumbers

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Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… Read More »

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… 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 »

Jazzy Spinach

Spinach

Jazzy Spinach

Jazzy Spinach

1-2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 white onion, finely chopped 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tomato, finely chopped Fresh spinach from the share 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 – 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adults only :)) – to taste Salt to taste Squeeze… Read More »

1-2 tablespoons coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 white onion, finely chopped 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tomato, finely chopped Fresh spinach from the share 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 – 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adults only :)) – to taste Salt to taste Squeeze… Read More »

Pepper and Tomato Bruschetta

Pepper and Tomato Bruschetta

Pepper and Tomato Bruschetta

Pepper and Tomato Bruschetta

1 1/2 cups tomatoes (3-4) seeded and diced 1 cup orange, red, or yellow pepper, diced 1/2 cup onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced or put through a press 1/3 cup basil, chopped 1/3 cup feta 1/2 tsp coarse salt 1/4 tsp ground pepper 1 tsp to 1 tbsp of olive oil for the toasts… Read More »

1 1/2 cups tomatoes (3-4) seeded and diced 1 cup orange, red, or yellow pepper, diced 1/2 cup onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced or put through a press 1/3 cup basil, chopped 1/3 cup feta 1/2 tsp coarse salt 1/4 tsp ground pepper 1 tsp to 1 tbsp of olive oil for the toasts… Read More »