Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms

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Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms

Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms

An Italian Grandmothers Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms 2- 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 c minced onion 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups sliced button or Bella mushrooms Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1-2 bunches spinach, chopped 1 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1-2 Tablespoons white wine Heat 2 T of the oil in a large skillet… Read More »

An Italian Grandmothers Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms 2- 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 c minced onion 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups sliced button or Bella mushrooms Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1-2 bunches spinach, chopped 1 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1-2 Tablespoons white wine Heat 2 T of the oil in a large skillet… Read More »

Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

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Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

We love making and serving this colorful dish at any time of the year. Packed with farm fresh flavor and phytonutrients, this dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer or served with a hearty soup for a satisfying meal. Ingredients: One pint of heirloom cherry tomatoes, chopped into ½ pieces ( we like to use… Read More »

We love making and serving this colorful dish at any time of the year. Packed with farm fresh flavor and phytonutrients, this dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer or served with a hearty soup for a satisfying meal. Ingredients: One pint of heirloom cherry tomatoes, chopped into ½ pieces ( we like to use… Read More »

Italian Potato and Arugula Soup

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Italian Potato and Arugula Soup

Italian Potato and Arugula Soup

2 lb. potatoes from the share 1/2 t salt 3 3/4 c well-flavored vegetable stock 1-2 medium carrots grated 6 oz arugula (Or more) 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 loaf stale ciabatta bread, torn into chunks (Optional) 4 clove garlic, thinly sliced 4 Tbsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Peel and dice… Read More »

2 lb. potatoes from the share 1/2 t salt 3 3/4 c well-flavored vegetable stock 1-2 medium carrots grated 6 oz arugula (Or more) 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 loaf stale ciabatta bread, torn into chunks (Optional) 4 clove garlic, thinly sliced 4 Tbsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper Peel and dice… Read More »

Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash- Instant Pot

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Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash- Instant Pot

Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash- Instant Pot

Before you cook the squash, prepare the rice 1 cup white basmati rice 1/2 teaspoon dried sage 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more for sprinkling 1 c water Mix together the rice, sage, salt and water. Prepare the rice in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 3 minutes. Natural release- 10 minutes. Set a… Read More »

Before you cook the squash, prepare the rice 1 cup white basmati rice 1/2 teaspoon dried sage 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more for sprinkling 1 c water Mix together the rice, sage, salt and water. Prepare the rice in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 3 minutes. Natural release- 10 minutes. Set a… 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 »

Green Bean Pasta Skillet

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Green Bean Pasta Skillet

Green Bean Pasta Skillet

1-2 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 large cloves garlic, minced 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed and halved 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat penne pasta 3 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk (or milk/cream of choice) zest of 1 large lemon… Read More »

1-2 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 large cloves garlic, minced 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed and halved 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat penne pasta 3 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk (or milk/cream of choice) zest of 1 large lemon… Read More »

Alstede Farms Fall Buddha Bowl

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Alstede Farms Fall Buddha Bowl

Alstede Farms Fall Buddha Bowl

I think that the leftovers from the vegetables in these shares will make the perfect Buddha bowls and we can all design our own. If we are following the plan of eating all the colors, this will be the perfect meal for lunch dinner. Find a bowl or container: The starch choice is yours, quinoa or brown rice prepared according to… Read More »

I think that the leftovers from the vegetables in these shares will make the perfect Buddha bowls and we can all design our own. If we are following the plan of eating all the colors, this will be the perfect meal for lunch dinner. Find a bowl or container: The starch choice is yours, quinoa or brown rice prepared according to… Read More »

Spicy Pickled Broccoli

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Spicy Pickled Broccoli

Spicy Pickled Broccoli

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/5 pounds), florets and peeled, sliced stems 3 stems chopped green garlic (include plenty of the green since it’s just for flavor!) or 2 tbsp ‘regular’ chopped garlic 1 tbsp dill seeds 1 tbsp coarsely grated (or chopped) ginger 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 1/2… Read More »

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/5 pounds), florets and peeled, sliced stems 3 stems chopped green garlic (include plenty of the green since it’s just for flavor!) or 2 tbsp ‘regular’ chopped garlic 1 tbsp dill seeds 1 tbsp coarsely grated (or chopped) ginger 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 1/2… Read More »

Dirty Rice with Collards and Leeks

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Dirty Rice with Collards and Leeks

Dirty Rice with Collards and Leeks

2 cups vegetable broth 1 cup long grain brown basmati rice 1 bay leaf 1 bunch collards stems removed and discarded 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 leek, about 1 1/2 cups, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise into half-moons 1 garlic clove minced 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds coarsely chopped 1 tbsp tamari soy sauce… Read More »

2 cups vegetable broth 1 cup long grain brown basmati rice 1 bay leaf 1 bunch collards stems removed and discarded 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 leek, about 1 1/2 cups, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise into half-moons 1 garlic clove minced 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds coarsely chopped 1 tbsp tamari soy sauce… Read More »

Green Beans Al Forno

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Green Beans Al Forno

Green Beans Al Forno

From CSA member Anne Buggy,  My Mom’s Green Beans Al Forno Here are the directions from Anne: After steaming the green beans, drain and pat dry. Transfer the beans to a large bowl. In a separate bowl mix 1 tsp. salt, pepper to taste, 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley, 3 chopped garlic cloves, 2-3 tsp. fresh oregano, 3… Read More »

From CSA member Anne Buggy,  My Mom’s Green Beans Al Forno Here are the directions from Anne: After steaming the green beans, drain and pat dry. Transfer the beans to a large bowl. In a separate bowl mix 1 tsp. salt, pepper to taste, 1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley, 3 chopped garlic cloves, 2-3 tsp. fresh oregano, 3… Read More »

Green Beans, Corn, and Carrot Salad

Green Beans, Corn, and Carrot Salad

Green Beans, Corn, and Carrot Salad

Green Beans, Corn, and Carrot Salad

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup minced fresh chives Black pepper, as needed 1 pound haricots verts, trimmed 2 2/3 cups cooked fresh corn kernels (from about 4 corn cobs) 1/2 pound carrot, peeled… Read More »

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup minced fresh chives Black pepper, as needed 1 pound haricots verts, trimmed 2 2/3 cups cooked fresh corn kernels (from about 4 corn cobs) 1/2 pound carrot, peeled… Read More »

Risotto Stuffed Tomato

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Risotto Stuffed Tomato

Risotto Stuffed Tomato

Ingredients: 3-6 medium Alstede Fresh tomatoes 4-8 tablespoons Arborio rice (about 1 1/2 T rice for each tomato) A handful of parsley or mix the herbs adding basil and oregano leaves, finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, minced ¼-1/3 cup dry white wine ¼-1/2 c parmesan cheese 4-6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 11/2-3 c vegetable… Read More »

Ingredients: 3-6 medium Alstede Fresh tomatoes 4-8 tablespoons Arborio rice (about 1 1/2 T rice for each tomato) A handful of parsley or mix the herbs adding basil and oregano leaves, finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic, minced ¼-1/3 cup dry white wine ¼-1/2 c parmesan cheese 4-6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 11/2-3 c vegetable… Read More »