Teamwork Making the Dream Work

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Teamwork Making the Dream Work

Teamwork Making the Dream Work

The marketing team at Alstede Farms consists of Kyle, Maxine, Sam & Donna, a team with heart and soul and the pursuit of making the dream work. The dynamics of the team work well with each person contributing toward the overall goals of the farm, pitching in wherever needed to get the job done. Some… Read More »

The marketing team at Alstede Farms consists of Kyle, Maxine, Sam & Donna, a team with heart and soul and the pursuit of making the dream work. The dynamics of the team work well with each person contributing toward the overall goals of the farm, pitching in wherever needed to get the job done. Some… Read More »

Celebrating Women of Farming

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Celebrating Women of Farming

Celebrating Women of Farming

International Women’s Day is an annual global celebration bringing awareness to women’s rights and equality. This day is set aside to observe and recognize the achievements of women around the world which includes our very important women of agriculture. The senior management team at Alstede Farms has worked hard to cultivate a leadership team (and… Read More »

International Women’s Day is an annual global celebration bringing awareness to women’s rights and equality. This day is set aside to observe and recognize the achievements of women around the world which includes our very important women of agriculture. The senior management team at Alstede Farms has worked hard to cultivate a leadership team (and… Read More »

Stretch Your Meal Budget

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Stretch Your Meal Budget

Stretch Your Meal Budget

Rising food prices have everyone thinking of creative ways to stretch their meal budget. One of the easiest ways to start saving on your grocery bill is by purchasing locally and in-season. Foods that are grown locally are fresher and retain more nutrients, they also taste better, as they are picked and consumed nearby the… Read More »

Rising food prices have everyone thinking of creative ways to stretch their meal budget. One of the easiest ways to start saving on your grocery bill is by purchasing locally and in-season. Foods that are grown locally are fresher and retain more nutrients, they also taste better, as they are picked and consumed nearby the… Read More »

Mashed Potato Quesadilla

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Mashed Potato Quesadilla

Mashed Potato Quesadilla

Ingredients: Everything used in this recipe was leftover, it is easy to make this recipe your own! Leftover mashed potatoes about 2/3 C 1 ½ small bell peppers sliced and sauteed ½ medium onion, sauteed Shredded or sliced Monterey Jack cheese Tortilla/wrap Salsa Sour cream Cilantro or parsley for garnish Instructions:  All ingredients should be… Read More »

Ingredients: Everything used in this recipe was leftover, it is easy to make this recipe your own! Leftover mashed potatoes about 2/3 C 1 ½ small bell peppers sliced and sauteed ½ medium onion, sauteed Shredded or sliced Monterey Jack cheese Tortilla/wrap Salsa Sour cream Cilantro or parsley for garnish Instructions:  All ingredients should be… Read More »

Roasted Potatoes and Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic, and Herbs

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Roasted Potatoes and Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic, and Herbs

Roasted Potatoes and Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic, and Herbs

3 medium potatoes, peeled, washed, sliced thin olive oil 1 or 2 Plum Tomatoes, sliced thin 1 tbsp.  minced fresh rosemary 1 clove minced garlic 1 small onion sliced thin 1-2 tsp butter (optional) salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line an 8” baking pan with parchment paper. Place… Read More »

3 medium potatoes, peeled, washed, sliced thin olive oil 1 or 2 Plum Tomatoes, sliced thin 1 tbsp.  minced fresh rosemary 1 clove minced garlic 1 small onion sliced thin 1-2 tsp butter (optional) salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line an 8” baking pan with parchment paper. Place… Read More »

One Special Pop

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One Special Pop

One Special Pop

Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday in June as a way of honoring those who embrace the role of fatherhood. Names for fathers vary and include dad, father, pop, papa, poppa and so many more variations.  Historians say that the very first Father’s Day occurred on June 19, 1910 in Spokane Washington… Read More »

Father’s Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday in June as a way of honoring those who embrace the role of fatherhood. Names for fathers vary and include dad, father, pop, papa, poppa and so many more variations.  Historians say that the very first Father’s Day occurred on June 19, 1910 in Spokane Washington… Read More »

letters & info – week 3, 2018

letters & info – week 3, 2018

letters & info – week 3, 2018

letters & info – week 3, 2018

letters & info – week 3, 2018 Week 3: May 15, 2018 – May 17, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the produce information booklet Produce Tips and Information: Simple Salad Dressing If you are in a hurry and you have not prepared a salad dressing It can be as simple… Read More »
letters & info – week 3, 2018 Week 3: May 15, 2018 – May 17, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the produce information booklet Produce Tips and Information: Simple Salad Dressing If you are in a hurry and you have not prepared a salad dressing It can be as simple… Read More »

letters & info – week 2, 2018

letters & info – week 2, 2018

letters & info – week 2, 2018

letters & info – week 2, 2018

letters & info – week 2, 2018 week 2: May 8, 2018 – May 10, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the produce information booklet Produce Tips and Information: Spinach Storage: there are 2 choices, wash when you get home so that the spinach is ready when you need it or… Read More »
letters & info – week 2, 2018 week 2: May 8, 2018 – May 10, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the produce information booklet Produce Tips and Information: Spinach Storage: there are 2 choices, wash when you get home so that the spinach is ready when you need it or… Read More »

History

History

History

History

about the Alstede family farm We’re on a Mission to Make Your Family Smile The Alstedes are farmers. It’s what we do. But maybe it’s more accurate to say that we’re stewards. Nourishing a community is a responsibility; we’re stewards of this patch of fertile soil. The soil - we really only borrow it, you know?… Read More »
about the Alstede family farm We’re on a Mission to Make Your Family Smile The Alstedes are farmers. It’s what we do. But maybe it’s more accurate to say that we’re stewards. Nourishing a community is a responsibility; we’re stewards of this patch of fertile soil. The soil - we really only borrow it, you know?… Read More »

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 cup butter 1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk 1 large egg 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind 1 cup blueberries Cooking spray 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup powdered sugar Preheat oven to… Read More »

2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 cup butter 1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk 1 large egg 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind 1 cup blueberries Cooking spray 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup powdered sugar Preheat oven to… Read More »