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Simple Beet Salad with Onions

Simple Beet Salad with Onions

Simple Beet Salad with Onions

Simple Beet Salad with Onions

Grate scrubbed beets or cut into julienne strips; Toss with chopped green onions and a vinaigrette (homemade or purchased). Add toasted pine nuts or walnuts. and a little cheese such as crumbled blue or feta. Serve alone or over a bed of greens.

Grate scrubbed beets or cut into julienne strips; Toss with chopped green onions and a vinaigrette (homemade or purchased). Add toasted pine nuts or walnuts. and a little cheese such as crumbled blue or feta. Serve alone or over a bed of greens.

Beet and Arugula Salad

Beet and Arugula Salad

Beet and Arugula Salad

Beet and Arugula Salad

3 medium beets 1 bunch of arugula 1 T white wine vinegar ¼ c olive oil Peel beets and cut into 1/2-inch wedges. In a steamer set over boiling water steam beets until tender, about 10 minutes, and transfer to a bowl. Discard course stems from arugula. Wash arugula well and dry. In a bowl… Read More »

3 medium beets 1 bunch of arugula 1 T white wine vinegar ¼ c olive oil Peel beets and cut into 1/2-inch wedges. In a steamer set over boiling water steam beets until tender, about 10 minutes, and transfer to a bowl. Discard course stems from arugula. Wash arugula well and dry. In a bowl… Read More »

Salad with Valerian, Tomatoes and Cheese

Salad with Valerian, Tomatoes and Cheese

Salad with Valerian, Tomatoes and Cheese

Salad with Valerian, Tomatoes and Cheese

1 bunch Valerian leaves Cherry, Grape or Chopped Tomato Parmesan, Asiago or Romano Cheese Pignoli Nuts Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Salt Wash the leaves, dry in a single layer on paper towels. Remove all excess moisture. Toss with tomato. Coarsely grate cheese. Toss with oil, vinegar and salt. Plate the salad and sprinkle with Pignoli… Read More »

1 bunch Valerian leaves Cherry, Grape or Chopped Tomato Parmesan, Asiago or Romano Cheese Pignoli Nuts Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Salt Wash the leaves, dry in a single layer on paper towels. Remove all excess moisture. Toss with tomato. Coarsely grate cheese. Toss with oil, vinegar and salt. Plate the salad and sprinkle with Pignoli… Read More »

Cilantro Chicken Salad

Cilantro Chicken Salad

Cilantro Chicken Salad

Cilantro Chicken Salad

2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons slivered almonds 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaf 1/4-1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce 1/8 teaspoon pepper salt, if needed to taste In a large bowl, combine chopped cooked chicken, onion, celery, almonds… Read More »

2 cups chopped cooked chicken 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons slivered almonds 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaf 1/4-1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce 1/8 teaspoon pepper salt, if needed to taste In a large bowl, combine chopped cooked chicken, onion, celery, almonds… Read More »

Fresh Salad Greens with Bacon-Shallot Vinaigrette

Fresh Salad Greens with Bacon-Shallot Vinaigrette

Fresh Salad Greens with Bacon-Shallot Vinaigrette

Fresh Salad Greens with Bacon-Shallot Vinaigrette

6-8 cups mixed salad greens 2 medium Shallots 2 tbsp. white vinegar 1 tsp. Dijon mustard Pinch salt/pepper or to taste Olive oil /as needed 3 slices of bacon, chopped up Cook bacon on medium until browned, stirring occasionally. Cut and wash greens. Dry completely Remove bacon, but leave some bacon fat in the pan.… Read More »

6-8 cups mixed salad greens 2 medium Shallots 2 tbsp. white vinegar 1 tsp. Dijon mustard Pinch salt/pepper or to taste Olive oil /as needed 3 slices of bacon, chopped up Cook bacon on medium until browned, stirring occasionally. Cut and wash greens. Dry completely Remove bacon, but leave some bacon fat in the pan.… Read More »

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Alstede Fresh Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Ingredients: 4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto, set aside 2-3 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 of 1… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Ingredients: 4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto, set aside 2-3 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 of 1… Read More »

Alstede Farms Seven Layer Dip Reinvented

Alstede Farms Seven Layer Dip Reinvented

Alstede Farms Seven Layer Dip Reinvented

Alstede Farms Seven Layer Dip Reinvented

In honor of our 40 years and growing, we reinvented the 7 layer dip from the 80’s to this farm fresh dish using healthy, colorful fruits in season. Ingredients: 1 large red onion, minced ½ large bunch of cilantro, chopped 1 large red sweet pepper, minced 4-5 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 1… Read More »

Alstede Farms Seven Layer Dip Reinvented

In honor of our 40 years and growing, we reinvented the 7 layer dip from the 80’s to this farm fresh dish using healthy, colorful fruits in season. Ingredients: 1 large red onion, minced ½ large bunch of cilantro, chopped 1 large red sweet pepper, minced 4-5 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 1… Read More »

Roasted Tomato Ricotta Tart

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Roasted Tomato Ricotta Tart

Roasted Tomato Ricotta Tart

Ingredients: 1 sheet of Puff Pastry, defrosted 3-4 cups of yellow and red cherry/grape tomatoes cut in ½ or chopped plum tomato or a mix of both 2-3 T olive oil 2 cloves of garlic chopped or sliced 2 T fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 t chopped fresh oregano 1 T parmesan cheese 1 ½… Read More »

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Ingredients: 1 sheet of Puff Pastry, defrosted 3-4 cups of yellow and red cherry/grape tomatoes cut in ½ or chopped plum tomato or a mix of both 2-3 T olive oil 2 cloves of garlic chopped or sliced 2 T fresh basil leaves, chopped 2 t chopped fresh oregano 1 T parmesan cheese 1 ½… Read More »

Asparagus Pita Pizza

Alstede Fresh Asparagus Pita Pizza

Asparagus Pita Pizza

Asparagus Pita Pizza

Ingredients: 8-10 cherry tomatoes or a chopped small to medium tomato Olive oil 3-4 shaved spears of asparagus 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped Fresh basil leaves, cleaned and torn 1 whole wheat or whole grain pita 2-3 slices provolone cheese 2 T shredded mozzarella Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400. Cut the cherry tomatoes… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Asparagus Pita Pizza

Ingredients: 8-10 cherry tomatoes or a chopped small to medium tomato Olive oil 3-4 shaved spears of asparagus 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped Fresh basil leaves, cleaned and torn 1 whole wheat or whole grain pita 2-3 slices provolone cheese 2 T shredded mozzarella Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400. Cut the cherry tomatoes… Read More »

Herb & Garlic Seasoned Chicken

Alstede Fresh Herb Garlic Chicken

Herb & Garlic Seasoned Chicken

Herb & Garlic Seasoned Chicken

Ingredients: 2 large bone-in Split Chicken Breast -Halves, Skin On 3-4 cloves of garlic, peeled 1 c loosely packed parsley leaves 3/4 t salt 1  1/2 T olive oil + a little more for drizzling Fresh ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350. Place the garlic and parsley into the food chopper and… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Herb Garlic Chicken

Ingredients: 2 large bone-in Split Chicken Breast -Halves, Skin On 3-4 cloves of garlic, peeled 1 c loosely packed parsley leaves 3/4 t salt 1  1/2 T olive oil + a little more for drizzling Fresh ground black pepper Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350. Place the garlic and parsley into the food chopper and… Read More »

Cabbage & Kielbasa Casserole

Cabbage and Kielbasa Casserole

Cabbage & Kielbasa Casserole

Cabbage & Kielbasa Casserole

Alstede Fresh Cabbage & Kielbasa Casserole Ingredients: 1/3-1/2 head of cabbage sliced 1 ½ t pickling spice, bouquet in cheesecloth or a coffee filter Kosher salt 2 carrots sliced 2 large russet potatoes peeled and cubed 1-2 T butter 1 T sour cream 1/2 -3/4 shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 ring kielbasa, sliced 1/2 c breadcrumbs… Read More »

Cabbage and Kielbasa Casserole

Alstede Fresh Cabbage & Kielbasa Casserole Ingredients: 1/3-1/2 head of cabbage sliced 1 ½ t pickling spice, bouquet in cheesecloth or a coffee filter Kosher salt 2 carrots sliced 2 large russet potatoes peeled and cubed 1-2 T butter 1 T sour cream 1/2 -3/4 shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 ring kielbasa, sliced 1/2 c breadcrumbs… Read More »

Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup

Alstede Fresh Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup

Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup

Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup

Alstede Fresh Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup Ingredients: 1 T butter melted with 2 T olive oil 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 cloves of garlic, minced 6 c vegetable broth (have more on hand as needed) 2-3 c sorrel leaves washed, rib removed, and torn Greek Yogurt or Sour… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup

Alstede Fresh Sorrel Potato Carrot Soup Ingredients: 1 T butter melted with 2 T olive oil 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 cloves of garlic, minced 6 c vegetable broth (have more on hand as needed) 2-3 c sorrel leaves washed, rib removed, and torn Greek Yogurt or Sour… Read More »