Don’t stop be-leaf’in

Mizuna is a highly nutritious green leafy cruciferous vegetable in the Brassica family, related to its cousins cabbage and broccoli. Low in calories, high in several important vitamins and minerals such as A, C, K & lutein, it is also an excellent source of antioxidants and flavonoids that are healthy for the body. Mizuna is… Read More »

Mizuna is a highly nutritious green leafy cruciferous vegetable in the Brassica family, related to its cousins cabbage and broccoli. Low in calories, high in several important vitamins and minerals such as A, C, K & lutein, it is also an excellent source of antioxidants and flavonoids that are healthy for the body. Mizuna is… Read More »

Mizuna Three Ways

Donna February 28, 2022

Three delicious ways to serve Alstede Fresh mizuna: Greek Salad Board: Prepare the salad: Mixed greens to include mizuna, lettuce, arugula. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar, 1-2 T olive oil. Toss, and top with crumbled feta cheese. Surround with hummus, sliced cucumber, sliced cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, toasts. Antipasto Garnish Salad: Mixed greens to include… Read More »

Oh Kale Yeah

Oh Kale Yeah

Maxine February 23, 2022

There is not a single vegetable that receives a more diverse reaction than Kale. Some people love it, while others simply loathe it without even trying it, and there are some who are in-between on it’s favoritism. We’re here to help you understand how great kale is once you learn how delicious it can taste,… Read More »

Kale & Brown Rice

Kale & Brown Rice

Donna February 21, 2022

Alstede Fresh Kale & Brown Rice Ingredients: 3 cups of cooked brown rice 3 leeks sliced and cleaned 3-4 cloves of garlic chopped 1 bunch of kale Olive oil, Vegetable broth as needed Kosher salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare brown rice according to package directions. While the rice is cooking slice and clean… Read More »

Love from the bottom of our Tarts

Love from the bottom of our Tarts

Maxine February 16, 2022

The Linzer torte is a traditional Austrian pastry said to be named after the city of Linz , Austria. The Linzer torte is a type of shortcake topped with fruit preserves and sliced nuts. Linzer tarts are not only pretty to look at but their buttery, flaky & sweet flavor makes them a Christmas cookie… Read More »

Best Spuddies

Best Spuddies

Maxine February 9, 2022

Potatoes are a starchy tuber root vegetable with a very popular appeal and following. They are a veggie favorite and loved by so many depicted by their popularity in cuisines around the world. Each country has its own delicious way of preparing potatoes making them an all time favorite food for all ages. Potatoes are… Read More »

Potato Skins

Donna February 7, 2022

Alstede Fresh Big Game Potato Skins Ingredients: 6-8 smaller russet potatoes washed thoroughly and dried 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, seasoned salt Optional 1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 5 to 6 slices cooked, drained, and crumbled bacon 1 red bell pepper, sauteed in olive oil… Read More »

Valentine Linzer Tart Cookies

Donna February 4, 2022

Ingredients: 1 cup + 2 T unsalted butter, softened (we like Amish Butter) Scant, 2/3 cup white sugar, remove about 1 T from the 2/3 cup 1 Alstede Farms fresh egg yolk 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups roasted, ground hazelnuts 1/8 t kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/3-1/2 c Alstede Farms… Read More »

The very a-peeling onion

The very a-peeling onion

Maxine February 1, 2022

Onions are an aromatic root vegetable belonging to the genus Allium and are related to chives, shallots, leeks and garlic. These root vegetables are in season this time of year and are provided just in time by nature to help keep us healthy. Onions contain antioxidants and natural sulfuric compounds that health experts say may… Read More »

Here Today, Gone Tomato

Maxine January 31, 2022

Alstede Farms is proud to offer locally made and sourced products in our farm store to compliment our homegrown, sustainably grown produce and our other freshly prepared items. Eating locally is important to us on many levels and we know it is also important to you. Eating locally sourced food from small business owners not… Read More »

Caramelized Onion Stromboli

Donna January 31, 2022

Prepare Pizza Dough: 2 C Bread Flour 1 C All-Purpose Flour 1/4 t Salt, 1/2 T Sugar 1 packet or 2- 1/4 t dry yeast 1 C Cold Water 2 T Olive Oil (divided) Measure bread flour and all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and yeast into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse the processor a… Read More »

Lett-uce Pledge to Reduce Food Waste

Lett-uce Pledge to Reduce Food Waste

Maxine January 26, 2022

Food waste comprises approximately 30-40 percent of the food supply in the US, according to a USDA estimated study. The USDA and EPA are working together to solve this problem and we would like to help by providing you with these tips for reducing food waste in your home. Buy Local Start out by buying… Read More »

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