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 »

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 »

Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

1 ¼ c water 1-3oz package low fat cream cheese 2 cups cooked brown rice 2 cups of chopped fresh spinach 1 10 oz. tomatoes with green chili peppers or substitute fresh from the share. 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 T dried minced onion 1 t ground cumin 1 t oregano… Read More »

1 ¼ c water 1-3oz package low fat cream cheese 2 cups cooked brown rice 2 cups of chopped fresh spinach 1 10 oz. tomatoes with green chili peppers or substitute fresh from the share. 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 T dried minced onion 1 t ground cumin 1 t oregano… Read More »

Garlicky Stewed White Beans with Mixed Peppers

Garlicky Stewed White Beans with Mixed Peppers

Garlicky Stewed White Beans with Mixed Peppers

Garlicky Stewed White Beans with Mixed Peppers

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 cup chopped yellow or red bell pepper 4 cloves minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper or chopped fresh hot pepper 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon dried rubbed sage 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained 1 (14.5-ounce) can… Read More »

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 cup chopped yellow or red bell pepper 4 cloves minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper or chopped fresh hot pepper 1/2 cup water 1/4 teaspoon dried rubbed sage 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed and drained 1 (14.5-ounce) can… Read More »

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Winter Squash Lasagna with Kale, Sage, and Caramelized Onions

Pre-heat your oven to 350 once your sauce, onions, noodles, are prepared For the Béchamel sauce: 2-3 T olive oil 3 T flour 3 c milk 30 or so fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped 1/2 t dried rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced Warm the oil in a small pan. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk… Read More »

Pre-heat your oven to 350 once your sauce, onions, noodles, are prepared For the Béchamel sauce: 2-3 T olive oil 3 T flour 3 c milk 30 or so fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped 1/2 t dried rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced Warm the oil in a small pan. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk… Read More »

Sofrito

Sofrito

Sofrito

Sofrito

Version 1: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 3 cups finely chopped onion 3 cups finely chopped red and green bell peppers (1 1/2 cups each) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Heat  oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add… Read More »

Version 1: 2 tablespoons Olive Oil 3 cups finely chopped onion 3 cups finely chopped red and green bell peppers (1 1/2 cups each) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Heat  oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add… Read More »

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

Grilled Zucchini Caprese Sandwiches

1 medium zucchini, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 6 slices 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 (2-ounce) ciabatta rolls, split and toasted 8 large fresh basil leaves 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese,… Read More »

1 medium zucchini, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 6 slices 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 4 (2-ounce) ciabatta rolls, split and toasted 8 large fresh basil leaves 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese,… Read More »

Greek Style Spaghetti Squash

Greek Style Spaghetti Squash

Greek Style Spaghetti Squash

Greek Style Spaghetti Squash

1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 3 tablespoons sliced black olives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place spaghetti squash… Read More »

1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 3 tablespoons sliced black olives 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place spaghetti squash… Read More »

Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Salad

2 small cucumbers, thinly sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 large tomato, halved and sliced 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper In a medium bowl, toss together the cucumbers, red onion and tomato. Gently stir in the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper until coated.… Read More »

2 small cucumbers, thinly sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 large tomato, halved and sliced 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper In a medium bowl, toss together the cucumbers, red onion and tomato. Gently stir in the mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper until coated.… Read More »

Perfect Guacamole Recipe

Perfect Guacamole Recipe

Perfect Guacamole Recipe

Perfect Guacamole Recipe

2 ripe avocados 1/2 red onion, minced (about 1/2 cup) 1-2 Serrano chiles, stems and seeds removed, minced 2 tablespoons cilantro (leaves and tender stems), finely chopped 1 tablespoon of fresh lime or lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt A dash of freshly grated black pepper 1/2 ripe tomato, seeds and pulp removed, chopped Garnish… Read More »

2 ripe avocados 1/2 red onion, minced (about 1/2 cup) 1-2 Serrano chiles, stems and seeds removed, minced 2 tablespoons cilantro (leaves and tender stems), finely chopped 1 tablespoon of fresh lime or lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt A dash of freshly grated black pepper 1/2 ripe tomato, seeds and pulp removed, chopped Garnish… Read More »

Purslane

Purslane

Purslane

Purslane

In your shares this week you may have something that is new to all of us:  “Purslane.”  This plant has been known as a weed, so it is easy to grow.  It is also known as a succulent herb and it is a member of the Portulaca family.  It is a part of edible landscape… Read More »

In your shares this week you may have something that is new to all of us:  “Purslane.”  This plant has been known as a weed, so it is easy to grow.  It is also known as a succulent herb and it is a member of the Portulaca family.  It is a part of edible landscape… Read More »

Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

2 slices Italian bread 1 tablespoon softened butter, divided 1 tablespoon prepared pesto sauce, divided 1 slice provolone cheese 1 slice of ham, prosciutto, or soppressata 2 slices tomato 1 mozzarella cheese Spread one side of a slice of bread with butter, and place it, buttered side down, into a nonstick skillet over medium heat. … Read More »

2 slices Italian bread 1 tablespoon softened butter, divided 1 tablespoon prepared pesto sauce, divided 1 slice provolone cheese 1 slice of ham, prosciutto, or soppressata 2 slices tomato 1 mozzarella cheese Spread one side of a slice of bread with butter, and place it, buttered side down, into a nonstick skillet over medium heat. … Read More »