Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

This is one of my favorite recipes. My mother always prepared this dish when tomatoes would get a little soft. There are no specific measurements. Fill a square or oblong glass pan or even a pie pan. Fill the pan with 2-3 layers, until the pan is half – 3/4 full. Thinly slice tomatoes sprinkle… Read More »

This is one of my favorite recipes. My mother always prepared this dish when tomatoes would get a little soft. There are no specific measurements. Fill a square or oblong glass pan or even a pie pan. Fill the pan with 2-3 layers, until the pan is half – 3/4 full. Thinly slice tomatoes sprinkle… Read More »

Roasted Tomato, Kale, and Sausage Soup

Roasted Tomato, Kale, and Sausage Soup

Roasted Tomato, Kale, and Sausage Soup

Roasted Tomato, Kale, and Sausage Soup

2 tablespoons neutral oil (like grapeseed) 20 ounces fresh (uncooked) Italian-style turkey or pork sausage 2 medium yellow onions small dice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 celery stalks small dice 8 garlic cloves thinly sliced 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup dry white wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc 4… Read More »

2 tablespoons neutral oil (like grapeseed) 20 ounces fresh (uncooked) Italian-style turkey or pork sausage 2 medium yellow onions small dice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 celery stalks small dice 8 garlic cloves thinly sliced 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 cup dry white wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc 4… Read More »

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Cabbage Recipes

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Eat the cruciferous vegetables. They are among the healthiest choices. There has been a considerable amount of research on the cancer-fighting capabilities of these vegetables. They are full of many of the vitamins we need every day and they are loaded with antioxidants.  That of course is great, even better, these vegetables are some of… Read More »

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

Peach and Tomato Salad

This recipes was sent to me by CSA member Crystal Burke. 2 peaches pitted and sliced 2 tomatoes sliced 4 basil leaves sliced into slivers White wine vinegar, olive oil and salt to taste. For a change, add some watermelon as well.      

This recipes was sent to me by CSA member Crystal Burke. 2 peaches pitted and sliced 2 tomatoes sliced 4 basil leaves sliced into slivers White wine vinegar, olive oil and salt to taste. For a change, add some watermelon as well.      

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

Stacked Tomato and Burrata Salad

1 vine-ripened tomato, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup burrata cheese, or more to taste 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, or to taste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Place bottom tomato slice onto a plate and season with sea salt and black… Read More »

1 vine-ripened tomato, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 cup burrata cheese, or more to taste 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, or to taste 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Place bottom tomato slice onto a plate and season with sea salt and black… Read More »

Quick Green Bean Recipes and Information

Quick Green Bean Recipes and Information

Quick Green Bean Recipes and Information

Quick Green Bean Recipes and Information

How to Store Green Beans Unwashed green beans will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days in a sealed plastic bag. If you are not ready to serve them blanch them and then freeze or refrigerate the beans to use in a recipe within a couple of days. Green beans are an impressive source of… Read More »

How to Store Green Beans Unwashed green beans will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days in a sealed plastic bag. If you are not ready to serve them blanch them and then freeze or refrigerate the beans to use in a recipe within a couple of days. Green beans are an impressive source of… Read More »

Swiss Chard with Chick Peas and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Chick Peas  and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Chick Peas and Fresh Tomatoes

Swiss Chard with Chick Peas and Fresh Tomatoes

2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 shallot or small onion, chopped 2 scallions, chopped 1/2 cup chickpeas, drained salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch Swiss chard, rinsed and chopped 1 tomato, sliced 1/2 lemon, juiced 1) Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Stir in shallot/onion and scallions. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes until… Read More »

2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 shallot or small onion, chopped 2 scallions, chopped 1/2 cup chickpeas, drained salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch Swiss chard, rinsed and chopped 1 tomato, sliced 1/2 lemon, juiced 1) Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Stir in shallot/onion and scallions. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes until… Read More »

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Now that you have tomatoes, how should you keep them?  To have the best flavor and texture you want to keep them at room temperature. If there are too many for you and your family keep some in the refrigerator and take them out as you need them. Each day, early in the day, take… Read More »

Now that you have tomatoes, how should you keep them?  To have the best flavor and texture you want to keep them at room temperature. If there are too many for you and your family keep some in the refrigerator and take them out as you need them. Each day, early in the day, take… Read More »

Kohlrabi Recipes

Kohlrabi Recipes

Kohlrabi Recipes

Kohlrabi Recipes

Just a few more simple ideas for using Kohlrabi: Slice raw kohlrabi mix with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, coriander and lots of black pepper! Slice kohlrabi thin, dip in egg and bread with corn meal and cook it butter in non-stick pan until brown and then slice that into strips and put over salads… Read More »

Just a few more simple ideas for using Kohlrabi: Slice raw kohlrabi mix with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, coriander and lots of black pepper! Slice kohlrabi thin, dip in egg and bread with corn meal and cook it butter in non-stick pan until brown and then slice that into strips and put over salads… Read More »

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Easy Greens, Olive & Sundried Tomato Sauté Collards or Kale, Beet Greens or kohlrabi greens Garlic Sundried Tomatoes (in olive oil, if dried then soak first) Cured Kalamata Olives in olive oil Pine Nuts Olive Oil or Walnut Oil Sea Salt Heat oil in sauté pan. Chop kale and beet greens into bite size pieces.… Read More »

Easy Greens, Olive & Sundried Tomato Sauté Collards or Kale, Beet Greens or kohlrabi greens Garlic Sundried Tomatoes (in olive oil, if dried then soak first) Cured Kalamata Olives in olive oil Pine Nuts Olive Oil or Walnut Oil Sea Salt Heat oil in sauté pan. Chop kale and beet greens into bite size pieces.… Read More »

BLT Club Bites

Alstede Fresh BLT Club Bites

BLT Club Bites

BLT Club Bites

We’ve reinvented the traditional 1980’s BLT & Chicken Club sandwich giving it a farm fresh, healthy upgrade. Vintage recipes are being reinvented all year long in honor of our 40 years and growing anniversary! Ingredients: Cook 6 strips of Bacon until crisp drain on paper towel Roast 1/2 chicken breast Break off small pieces of… Read More »

We’ve reinvented the traditional 1980’s BLT & Chicken Club sandwich giving it a farm fresh, healthy upgrade. Vintage recipes are being reinvented all year long in honor of our 40 years and growing anniversary! Ingredients: Cook 6 strips of Bacon until crisp drain on paper towel Roast 1/2 chicken breast Break off small pieces of… Read More »

Mizuna Three Ways

Alstede Fresh Mizuna Three Ways

Mizuna Three Ways

Mizuna Three Ways

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… Read More »

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… Read More »