Eggplant Lasagna

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Eggplant Lasagna

Eggplant Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, sliced in rounds about ½” thick 2 eggs beaten 3/4 -1 c seasoned breadcrumbs 1/4-1/2 c olive oil, divided 1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided + a little extra 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ c chopped Parsley 1 egg + 1 yolk Kosher Salt… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, sliced in rounds about ½” thick 2 eggs beaten 3/4 -1 c seasoned breadcrumbs 1/4-1/2 c olive oil, divided 1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided + a little extra 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ c chopped Parsley 1 egg + 1 yolk Kosher Salt… Read More »

Lend Me Your Ear

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Lend Me Your Ear

Lend Me Your Ear

Sweet Corn, also known as Maize, is in the height of season on our farm right now. An ear, or cob of corn, is part of the flower of the plant while the kernel is the seed of the plant. Some say that an ear of corn is said to contain 800 kernels arranged in… Read More »

Sweet Corn, also known as Maize, is in the height of season on our farm right now. An ear, or cob of corn, is part of the flower of the plant while the kernel is the seed of the plant. Some say that an ear of corn is said to contain 800 kernels arranged in… Read More »

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

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Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

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Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor. Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash. Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons… Read More »

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor. Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash. Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons… Read More »

Hot and Spicy Broccoli

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Hot and Spicy Broccoli

Hot and Spicy Broccoli

Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2-3 cloves of garlic minced 1-2 Tbsp. Siracha sauce 1/2 Tbsp. honey Juice of half of a lime 1 medium to large head of Alstede Fresh broccoli, Broccoli stems cut into 1” pieces Salt and pepper 2- 3 Alstede Fresh scallions, thinly sliced white and tender green part, divided to… Read More »

Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2-3 cloves of garlic minced 1-2 Tbsp. Siracha sauce 1/2 Tbsp. honey Juice of half of a lime 1 medium to large head of Alstede Fresh broccoli, Broccoli stems cut into 1” pieces Salt and pepper 2- 3 Alstede Fresh scallions, thinly sliced white and tender green part, divided to… Read More »

Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

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Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

Ingredients: ¼ c blanched Alstede Fresh peas Reserve: ½ cup fresh raw peas 2 garlic scapes cut into 1” pieces 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley ½ c whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese Zest from ½ lemon 2-3 chives chopped fine 1-2 T chopped capers 1 T parmesan Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare… Read More »

Ingredients: ¼ c blanched Alstede Fresh peas Reserve: ½ cup fresh raw peas 2 garlic scapes cut into 1” pieces 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley ½ c whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese Zest from ½ lemon 2-3 chives chopped fine 1-2 T chopped capers 1 T parmesan Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare… Read More »

Pickled Vegetables

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Pickled Vegetables

Pickled Vegetables

Choose from a variety of pickled vegetables or pickles for a tasty addition to any meal, snack, or salad.

Choose from pickled garlic,  okra, carrots, garden medley, dilly beans (regular or hot), green tomato pickles, baby dill pickles, bread & butter pickles,  Spicy Pickle Slices, or Kickles (pickles with a little kick!)

Sold in 16 oz. jars.

Not available for shipping.

Choose from a variety of pickled vegetables or pickles for a tasty addition to any meal, snack, or salad.

Choose from pickled garlic,  okra, carrots, garden medley, dilly beans (regular or hot), green tomato pickles, baby dill pickles, bread & butter pickles,  Spicy Pickle Slices, or Kickles (pickles with a little kick!)

Sold in 16 oz. jars.

Not available for shipping.

Savor Eating In Season this Spring

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Savor Eating In Season this Spring

Savor Eating In Season this Spring

Right now we have an array of fresh vegetables and herbs that are in season on our farm, such as; asparagus, spinach radishes, arugula, lettuces, leeks, parsley, cilantro, dill, & mint. These items are in abundance right now and you may want to consider storing some for use later in the year. We’ve put this… Read More »

Right now we have an array of fresh vegetables and herbs that are in season on our farm, such as; asparagus, spinach radishes, arugula, lettuces, leeks, parsley, cilantro, dill, & mint. These items are in abundance right now and you may want to consider storing some for use later in the year. We’ve put this… Read More »

The Sky’s The Spinach

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The Sky’s The Spinach

The Sky’s The Spinach

Spinach may not be top of mind as a favorite veggie for some, however, it’s always been a favorite veggie on the farm for us. We created this special spinach blog to help you eat in season with us, enjoy the fresh taste and delicious flavor, and realize that the sky’s the limit for your… Read More »

Spinach may not be top of mind as a favorite veggie for some, however, it’s always been a favorite veggie on the farm for us. We created this special spinach blog to help you eat in season with us, enjoy the fresh taste and delicious flavor, and realize that the sky’s the limit for your… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

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Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

Ingredients: 3/4 C roasted Garlic Hummus (available in our markets) 1/3 C sliced Alstede Fresh scallions 1 bunch Alstede Fresh Spinach 2-3 Tsp olive oil 1-2 Tsp lemon juice 1/2Tsp salt or to taste 1/3 C Feta cheese 1/2 tomato sliced 8-10 Sliced Greek Olives 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced Thin slices of half… Read More »

Ingredients: 3/4 C roasted Garlic Hummus (available in our markets) 1/3 C sliced Alstede Fresh scallions 1 bunch Alstede Fresh Spinach 2-3 Tsp olive oil 1-2 Tsp lemon juice 1/2Tsp salt or to taste 1/3 C Feta cheese 1/2 tomato sliced 8-10 Sliced Greek Olives 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced Thin slices of half… Read More »