Apple Cider Roast Pork

Apple Cider Roast Pork

Apple Cider Roast Pork

Apple Cider Roast Pork

From your share: 2 cups of apple cider 4-6 apples, cut into halves Other veggies if desired (potatoes, carrots, etc.) From your kitchen: 2 yellow onions 4 tablespoons of butter (optional) Apple cider gravy sauce: ~2 cups of the juice/sauce from roasting (strained) 1/2 cup cream 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar 1-2 tablespoons of Calvados… Read More »

From your share: 2 cups of apple cider 4-6 apples, cut into halves Other veggies if desired (potatoes, carrots, etc.) From your kitchen: 2 yellow onions 4 tablespoons of butter (optional) Apple cider gravy sauce: ~2 cups of the juice/sauce from roasting (strained) 1/2 cup cream 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar 1-2 tablespoons of Calvados… Read More »

Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

Many thanks to Katie Pohlmeyer for sending and sharing one of her favorite recipes with us. I happen to have some of my cabbage left from my last share and the weather is going to be a little cooler so this just might be on the menu for me early this coming week. We appreciate… Read More »

Many thanks to Katie Pohlmeyer for sending and sharing one of her favorite recipes with us. I happen to have some of my cabbage left from my last share and the weather is going to be a little cooler so this just might be on the menu for me early this coming week. We appreciate… Read More »

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone soup is one of my favorites.  My recipe changes all the time.  The original recipe is from Good Housekeeping Illustrated and then it changes depending on what I have on hand. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 1 large celery stalk, diced 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes… Read More »

Minestrone soup is one of my favorites.  My recipe changes all the time.  The original recipe is from Good Housekeeping Illustrated and then it changes depending on what I have on hand. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced 1 large celery stalk, diced 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes… Read More »

Frittata with Bacon, Fresh Ricotta, and Greens

Frittata with Bacon, Fresh Ricotta, and Greens

Frittata with Bacon, Fresh Ricotta, and Greens

Frittata with Bacon, Fresh Ricotta, and Greens

This recipe is great for all of the spring greens we are receiving and for all of you who have egg shares! 12 oz. smoked bacon 1 cup sliced shallots 12 cups assorted coarsely chopped greens (such as kale, collards and chard) 12 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese,… Read More »

This recipe is great for all of the spring greens we are receiving and for all of you who have egg shares! 12 oz. smoked bacon 1 cup sliced shallots 12 cups assorted coarsely chopped greens (such as kale, collards and chard) 12 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese,… Read More »

Kabocha Squash Gnocchi with Sage Butter

Kabocha Squash Gnocchi with Sage Butter

Kabocha Squash Gnocchi with Sage Butter

Kabocha Squash Gnocchi with Sage Butter

From your share: 9 ounces of roasted kabocha squash, cut into chunks (you can use regular pumpkin) From your kitchen: 1 tablespoon of olive oil 2 large russet potatoes, boiled 2 egg yolks 1 cup of flour pinch of salt and a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon salt 1/2 stick of butter From your garden:… Read More »

From your share: 9 ounces of roasted kabocha squash, cut into chunks (you can use regular pumpkin) From your kitchen: 1 tablespoon of olive oil 2 large russet potatoes, boiled 2 egg yolks 1 cup of flour pinch of salt and a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon salt 1/2 stick of butter From your garden:… Read More »

Lovage and Lemon Roasted Chicken

Lovage and Lemon Roasted Chicken

Lovage and Lemon Roasted Chicken

Lovage and Lemon Roasted Chicken

1 handful lovage, leaves and stems 1 lemon, sliced 4 whole chicken legs 1 onion, chopped Several carrots and/or potatoes, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste Serves 4 Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay a bed of lovage in the bottom of a large baking pan. Tuck a lemon slice and lovage leaves under… Read More »

1 handful lovage, leaves and stems 1 lemon, sliced 4 whole chicken legs 1 onion, chopped Several carrots and/or potatoes, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste Serves 4 Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay a bed of lovage in the bottom of a large baking pan. Tuck a lemon slice and lovage leaves under… Read More »

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Kale & Mushroom Soup

Many thanks to Lynda Stadtmueller who sent two recipes to share with all of you this week, she says that the flavor is just a litte smokey with a hint of heat.  1/4 cup olive oil 10 oz button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1-1/2 tsp smoked paprika Pinch ground cayenne pepper 1 large onion, diced… Read More »

Many thanks to Lynda Stadtmueller who sent two recipes to share with all of you this week, she says that the flavor is just a litte smokey with a hint of heat.  1/4 cup olive oil 10 oz button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1-1/2 tsp smoked paprika Pinch ground cayenne pepper 1 large onion, diced… Read More »

Lettuce Soup

Lettuce Soup

Lettuce Soup

Lettuce Soup

1 cup chopped onions, scallions, and/or shallots 1 garlic clove, chopped 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup diced (1/3 inch) peeled potato 8 cups coarsely chopped lettuce leaves including ribs (3/4 lb) 3 cups water Cook onion mixture and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter… Read More »

1 cup chopped onions, scallions, and/or shallots 1 garlic clove, chopped 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 cup diced (1/3 inch) peeled potato 8 cups coarsely chopped lettuce leaves including ribs (3/4 lb) 3 cups water Cook onion mixture and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter… Read More »

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

1 lb. parsnips, cooked and mashed 6 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. butter, melted Pinch mace, ground Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 egg, beaten 3/4 c bread crumbs, fresh Oil for frying Salt and pepper Put the parsnips, flour, butter, mace and nutmeg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and beat well to… Read More »

1 lb. parsnips, cooked and mashed 6 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. butter, melted Pinch mace, ground Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 egg, beaten 3/4 c bread crumbs, fresh Oil for frying Salt and pepper Put the parsnips, flour, butter, mace and nutmeg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and beat well to… Read More »

Creamy, Dreamy, Veggie Soup

Creamy, Dreamy, Veggie Soup

Creamy, Dreamy, Veggie Soup

Creamy, Dreamy, Veggie Soup

This recipe is from CSA member Stacie Rose Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or stock pot. Sauté yellow squash and zucchini with spring onions and fresh herbs chives, rosemary, and oregano.  Season with salt and pepper. When vegetables are soft, allow to cool and transfer the vegetables to a blender and add a… Read More »

This recipe is from CSA member Stacie Rose Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or stock pot. Sauté yellow squash and zucchini with spring onions and fresh herbs chives, rosemary, and oregano.  Season with salt and pepper. When vegetables are soft, allow to cool and transfer the vegetables to a blender and add a… Read More »

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

Seco De Carne (cilantro beef stew)

This week I heard from Maria Bermudez.  This recipe is like the one her grandmother prepared. Serves: 4 1/2  cup vegetable oil 1 1/2  pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut in 2×2 inch pieces 1 chopped red onion 2 chopped garlic cloves 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste 3 cups cilantro leaves 2 cups spinach 2… Read More »

This week I heard from Maria Bermudez.  This recipe is like the one her grandmother prepared. Serves: 4 1/2  cup vegetable oil 1 1/2  pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut in 2×2 inch pieces 1 chopped red onion 2 chopped garlic cloves 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste 3 cups cilantro leaves 2 cups spinach 2… Read More »

Spring Asparagus and Bacon Hash

Spring Asparagus and Bacon Hash

Spring Asparagus and Bacon Hash

Spring Asparagus and Bacon Hash

1⁄4 lb. bacon or 1⁄4 lb. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 lb. fingerling. New or red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 small yellow onion, diced 1⁄2 lb. asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch segments Salt and fresh ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter 4 eggs   In a cast iron… Read More »

1⁄4 lb. bacon or 1⁄4 lb. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 lb. fingerling. New or red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 small yellow onion, diced 1⁄2 lb. asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch segments Salt and fresh ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter 4 eggs   In a cast iron… Read More »