apple cider 3 ways

Alstede Fresh Apple Cider 3 Ways

apple cider 3 ways

apple cider 3 ways

Apple Sauce 1 1/2 lbs. of Alstede Farms Apples – mixing apple varieties will produce the best flavor. 1/4 -1/2 t cinnamon 1/4 c or more apple cider Peel, core, and cut apples into chunks. Place apple pieces into a saucepan. Pour in the cider and sprinkle with the cinnamon. Cook apples over medium heat.… Read More »

Apple Sauce 1 1/2 lbs. of Alstede Farms Apples – mixing apple varieties will produce the best flavor. 1/4 -1/2 t cinnamon 1/4 c or more apple cider Peel, core, and cut apples into chunks. Place apple pieces into a saucepan. Pour in the cider and sprinkle with the cinnamon. Cook apples over medium heat.… Read More »

Fresh Pumpkin Preparation

Alstede Fresh Pumpkin

Fresh Pumpkin Preparation

Fresh Pumpkin Preparation

Fresh pumpkin can be roasted, pureed, and used in recipes. A fresh sugar pumpkin is going to be a little higher in water so you will have to adjust other liquids accordingly. Cut the pumpkin in half and roast it upside down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 for about… Read More »

Fresh pumpkin can be roasted, pureed, and used in recipes. A fresh sugar pumpkin is going to be a little higher in water so you will have to adjust other liquids accordingly. Cut the pumpkin in half and roast it upside down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 for about… Read More »

BLT Club Bites

Alstede Fresh BLT Club Bites

BLT Club Bites

BLT Club Bites

We’ve reinvented the traditional 1980’s BLT & Chicken Club sandwich giving it a farm fresh, healthy upgrade. Vintage recipes are being reinvented all year long in honor of our 40 years and growing anniversary! Ingredients: Cook 6 strips of Bacon until crisp drain on paper towel Roast 1/2 chicken breast Break off small pieces of… Read More »

We’ve reinvented the traditional 1980’s BLT & Chicken Club sandwich giving it a farm fresh, healthy upgrade. Vintage recipes are being reinvented all year long in honor of our 40 years and growing anniversary! Ingredients: Cook 6 strips of Bacon until crisp drain on paper towel Roast 1/2 chicken breast Break off small pieces of… Read More »

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes

This is one of my favorite recipes. My mother always prepared this dish when tomatoes would get a little soft. There are no specific measurements. Fill a square or oblong glass pan or even a pie pan. Fill the pan with 2-3 layers, until the pan is half – 3/4 full. Thinly slice tomatoes sprinkle… Read More »

This is one of my favorite recipes. My mother always prepared this dish when tomatoes would get a little soft. There are no specific measurements. Fill a square or oblong glass pan or even a pie pan. Fill the pan with 2-3 layers, until the pan is half – 3/4 full. Thinly slice tomatoes sprinkle… 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 »

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 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 »

Mizuna Three Ways

Alstede Fresh Mizuna Three Ways

Mizuna Three Ways

Mizuna Three Ways

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 »

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 »

Tatsoi Salad

Alstede Fresh Tatsoi Salad

Tatsoi Salad

Tatsoi Salad

Tatsoi Two Ways (spinach or other greens can be substituted for tatsoi) Alstede Farms Tatsoi Tuna Salad Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil 2 T lemon juice ¼ t Dijon mustard ¼ t coarse salt drizzle of Alstede Fresh honey, optional 2 bunches Tatsoi (or other greens) ¼ cup torn basil leaves 1, 5oz- can Italian… Read More »

Tatsoi Two Ways (spinach or other greens can be substituted for tatsoi) Alstede Farms Tatsoi Tuna Salad Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil 2 T lemon juice ¼ t Dijon mustard ¼ t coarse salt drizzle of Alstede Fresh honey, optional 2 bunches Tatsoi (or other greens) ¼ cup torn basil leaves 1, 5oz- can Italian… Read More »

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Roasted Rutabaga 1 medium or 2 small rutabaga 1-2 T butter and olive oil salt and pepper Wash and peel the rutabaga. Cut into a small dice. Preheat the oven to 425. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Melt the butter into the heated oil over medium heat. Add the rutabaga and sauté… Read More »

Roasted Rutabaga 1 medium or 2 small rutabaga 1-2 T butter and olive oil salt and pepper Wash and peel the rutabaga. Cut into a small dice. Preheat the oven to 425. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Melt the butter into the heated oil over medium heat. Add the rutabaga and sauté… Read More »

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Preheat the oven to 350 Line a baking sheet with Parchment Wash the sugar pumpkin. On a cutting board, using a large sharp knife, some strength, and some care, cut from the stem to the base of the pumpkin. Scoop/scrape out all the pulp and the seeds. Set the seeds aside for the following recipe.… Read More »

Preheat the oven to 350 Line a baking sheet with Parchment Wash the sugar pumpkin. On a cutting board, using a large sharp knife, some strength, and some care, cut from the stem to the base of the pumpkin. Scoop/scrape out all the pulp and the seeds. Set the seeds aside for the following recipe.… Read More »

Honeycrisp Apple Tarts

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Honeycrisp Apple Tarts

Honeycrisp Apple Tarts

Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry Alstede Farms Honeycrisp Apple Butter 3 Alstede Farms Honeycrisp Apples 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 Teaspoon cinnamon Alstede Farms Apple Jelly Brandy, water, or apple cider Instructions: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Defrost and Unfold the pastry. Using pastry wheel cut along the lines of the folds and… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry Alstede Farms Honeycrisp Apple Butter 3 Alstede Farms Honeycrisp Apples 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 Teaspoon cinnamon Alstede Farms Apple Jelly Brandy, water, or apple cider Instructions: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Defrost and Unfold the pastry. Using pastry wheel cut along the lines of the folds and… Read More »

Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

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Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground meat: Beef, Turkey, Bison or Venison (substitute frozen meat alternative if desired) 4 -6 fresh Poblano peppers, diced 2 medium onions, diced 1 cup brown or white rice (simmer to yield about 3 cups) 1- 15 oz. can Black beans (rinsed) Fresh homegrown tomatoes from our farm, chopped 4 to 6… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground meat: Beef, Turkey, Bison or Venison (substitute frozen meat alternative if desired) 4 -6 fresh Poblano peppers, diced 2 medium onions, diced 1 cup brown or white rice (simmer to yield about 3 cups) 1- 15 oz. can Black beans (rinsed) Fresh homegrown tomatoes from our farm, chopped 4 to 6… Read More »