Brined Herb-Crusted Turkey with Apple Cider Gravy

Brined Herb-Crusted Turkey with Apple Cider Gravy

Brined Herb-Crusted Turkey with Apple Cider Gravy

Brined Herb-Crusted Turkey with Apple Cider Gravy

Brine: 7 quarts water 1 quart apple cider 3/4 cup kosher salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large onion, diced 1 large or 2 small carrots, diced 3 ribs celery, diced 1 head garlic, cut in 1/2 equatorially 1/2 bunch fresh rosemary 1/2 bunch fresh sage 6 bay leaves 1 (12 to 14 pound) turkey,… Read More »

Brine: 7 quarts water 1 quart apple cider 3/4 cup kosher salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large onion, diced 1 large or 2 small carrots, diced 3 ribs celery, diced 1 head garlic, cut in 1/2 equatorially 1/2 bunch fresh rosemary 1/2 bunch fresh sage 6 bay leaves 1 (12 to 14 pound) turkey,… Read More »

Apple Cider Braised Brisket

Apple Cider Braised Brisket

Apple Cider Braised Brisket

Apple Cider Braised Brisket

From your kitchen: 2 tablespoons butter 1 (4-5 lb.) beef brisket, outer fat trimmed 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 yellow onions, cut into wedges 5 cloves garlic From your garden: 3 sprigs rosemary From your share: 3 cups unfiltered apple cider 3 apples, cored and sliced Preheat oven to 325º F. On the… Read More »

From your kitchen: 2 tablespoons butter 1 (4-5 lb.) beef brisket, outer fat trimmed 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 yellow onions, cut into wedges 5 cloves garlic From your garden: 3 sprigs rosemary From your share: 3 cups unfiltered apple cider 3 apples, cored and sliced Preheat oven to 325º F. On the… Read More »

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 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 »

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

Photography & Film Location

photography & film location Looking for a fantastic location for your film, photo shoot or commercial? There are many fantastic location possibilities available here at Alstede Farms. Alstede Farms’ is available for: Films Commercials TV Shows Props for films (including real farmers!) Phone Number: (908) 528-8823 Film Location Located in Morris County, a beautiful region of… Read More »
photography & film location Looking for a fantastic location for your film, photo shoot or commercial? There are many fantastic location possibilities available here at Alstede Farms. Alstede Farms’ is available for: Films Commercials TV Shows Props for films (including real farmers!) Phone Number: (908) 528-8823 Film Location Located in Morris County, a beautiful region of… Read More »

Apple

Apple

Apple

Apple

apples Alstede Farms opens our fields for you and your family to pick the very freshest apples! Apples, apples, apples! Late summer and early fall brings one of the healthiest and most enjoyed fruits - apples. With over 50 different varieties, we have an apple flavor and profile to please everyone. Maybe you would prefer… Read More »
apples Alstede Farms opens our fields for you and your family to pick the very freshest apples! Apples, apples, apples! Late summer and early fall brings one of the healthiest and most enjoyed fruits - apples. With over 50 different varieties, we have an apple flavor and profile to please everyone. Maybe you would prefer… Read More »

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

Pick Your Own Harvest Schedule

annual harvest schedule for pick your own This is a general harvest schedule and is only an estimate of availability. Weather conditions may affect the schedule. Please visit our "what can I pick today" page for current availability. Strawberries late May - June Peas - Shelling, Sugar Snap, Snow late May - June Spring Vegetables -… Read More »
annual harvest schedule for pick your own This is a general harvest schedule and is only an estimate of availability. Weather conditions may affect the schedule. Please visit our "what can I pick today" page for current availability. Strawberries late May - June Peas - Shelling, Sugar Snap, Snow late May - June Spring Vegetables -… Read More »

Rice and Apple Salad

Rice and Apple Salad

Rice and Apple Salad

Rice and Apple Salad

From your share: 1-2 apples, diced From your garden: cilantro From your kitchen: olive oil 2 T butter or olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped ¼ t cinnamon 2 1/4 c brown rice 2 scallions, sliced 3/4 c almonds, chopped 6 dry apricots, snipped into small pieces Heat some oil and the… Read More »

From your share: 1-2 apples, diced From your garden: cilantro From your kitchen: olive oil 2 T butter or olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped ¼ t cinnamon 2 1/4 c brown rice 2 scallions, sliced 3/4 c almonds, chopped 6 dry apricots, snipped into small pieces Heat some oil and the… Read More »

Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars

Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars

Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars

Apple Pie Oatmeal Bars

From your share: 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups apples, cored, peeled and chopped From your kitchen: 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 tbsp. flour 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp. water 1/4 tsp salt Oatmeal Bars: 1/2 cup plus 6 tbsp. butter, cut into pieces 1 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 cups… Read More »

From your share: 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups apples, cored, peeled and chopped From your kitchen: 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 tbsp. flour 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp. water 1/4 tsp salt Oatmeal Bars: 1/2 cup plus 6 tbsp. butter, cut into pieces 1 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 cups… Read More »

Apple-Stuffed, Maple-Pecan Chicken

Apple-Stuffed, Maple-Pecan Chicken

Apple-Stuffed, Maple-Pecan Chicken

Apple-Stuffed, Maple-Pecan Chicken

From your share: 1 apple, peeled and sliced From your kitchen: 2 chicken breasts (about 1 -1.5 lbs.) 1 egg, beaten 1 tbsp. whole grain Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. maple syrup or honey ⅔ cup breadcrumbs ⅔ cup pecans or walnuts Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Butter or mildly flavored oil Peel apple… Read More »

From your share: 1 apple, peeled and sliced From your kitchen: 2 chicken breasts (about 1 -1.5 lbs.) 1 egg, beaten 1 tbsp. whole grain Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. maple syrup or honey ⅔ cup breadcrumbs ⅔ cup pecans or walnuts Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Butter or mildly flavored oil Peel apple… Read More »

Apple Chicken Salad

Apple Chicken Salad

Apple Chicken Salad

Apple Chicken Salad

From your share: 8 cups spring greens (salad greens from your share) 4 fresh Michigan Gala apples, thin sliced (apples from the share) From your kitchen: 4 cups grilled or roasted Chicken breast, diced 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup glazed walnuts 1 cup apple cider vinaigrette dressing Toss salad greens and apple cider… Read More »

From your share: 8 cups spring greens (salad greens from your share) 4 fresh Michigan Gala apples, thin sliced (apples from the share) From your kitchen: 4 cups grilled or roasted Chicken breast, diced 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup glazed walnuts 1 cup apple cider vinaigrette dressing Toss salad greens and apple cider… Read More »

Fresh Apple Crumble

Fresh Apple Crumble

Fresh Apple Crumble

Fresh Apple Crumble

5-6 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1/2 cup of fresh, frozen or dried cranberries 2 T arrowroot 1/2 t cinnamon 1 T coconut sugar (optional) Topping: 1 c rolled oats 1 c chopped walnuts 3/4 c oat flour Pinch of sea salt 2/3 cup brown rice maple syrup 1/3 c olive oil Preheat… Read More »

5-6 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1/2 cup of fresh, frozen or dried cranberries 2 T arrowroot 1/2 t cinnamon 1 T coconut sugar (optional) Topping: 1 c rolled oats 1 c chopped walnuts 3/4 c oat flour Pinch of sea salt 2/3 cup brown rice maple syrup 1/3 c olive oil Preheat… Read More »