Say it isn’t Cilantro

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Say it isn’t Cilantro

Say it isn’t Cilantro

Cilantro is an annual, aromatic herb that is also known as coriander or Chinese parsley and experts believe that it is one of the oldest herbs in the world. Considered to have been around since biblical times, cilantro may have been referenced in ancient texts originating from China, Egypt, India and the Roman Empire.  The… Read More »

Cilantro is an annual, aromatic herb that is also known as coriander or Chinese parsley and experts believe that it is one of the oldest herbs in the world. Considered to have been around since biblical times, cilantro may have been referenced in ancient texts originating from China, Egypt, India and the Roman Empire.  The… Read More »

Say it isn’t Cilantro

cilantro2

Say it isn’t Cilantro

Say it isn’t Cilantro

Cilantro is an annual, aromatic herb that is also known as coriander or Chinese parsley and experts believe that it is one of the oldest herbs in the world. Considered to have been around since biblical times, cilantro may have been referenced in ancient texts originating from China, Egypt, India and the Roman Empire.  The… Read More »

Cilantro is an annual, aromatic herb that is also known as coriander or Chinese parsley and experts believe that it is one of the oldest herbs in the world. Considered to have been around since biblical times, cilantro may have been referenced in ancient texts originating from China, Egypt, India and the Roman Empire.  The… Read More »

Asparagus Among Us

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Asparagus Among Us

Asparagus Among Us

Asparagus, a member of the lily family, is only harvested during spring months in our area, so when it’s available be sure to savor some of these tender veggies. Remember that eating in season and eating local is more sustainable and tastes best! We have just begun harvesting our own asparagus and have it available… Read More »

Asparagus, a member of the lily family, is only harvested during spring months in our area, so when it’s available be sure to savor some of these tender veggies. Remember that eating in season and eating local is more sustainable and tastes best! We have just begun harvesting our own asparagus and have it available… Read More »

Digging into Spring with Our Culinary & Educational Specialist

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Digging into Spring with Our Culinary & Educational Specialist

Digging into Spring with Our Culinary & Educational Specialist

Spring is a wonderful time of renewal and the perfect time for you to try something new like planting a garden or a window box garden. Enjoy these tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect herb garden at home provided by Jenn Borrealo, our Culinary & Educational Specialist. Start to plan your garden… Read More »

Spring is a wonderful time of renewal and the perfect time for you to try something new like planting a garden or a window box garden. Enjoy these tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect herb garden at home provided by Jenn Borrealo, our Culinary & Educational Specialist. Start to plan your garden… Read More »

Digging into Spring with Jenn Borrealo

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Digging into Spring with Jenn Borrealo

Digging into Spring with Jenn Borrealo

Spring is a wonderful time of renewal and the perfect time for you to try something new like planting a garden or a window box garden. Enjoy these tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect herb garden at home provided by Jenn Borrealo, our Culinary & Educational Specialist. Start to plan your garden… Read More »

Spring is a wonderful time of renewal and the perfect time for you to try something new like planting a garden or a window box garden. Enjoy these tips and tricks on how to grow the perfect herb garden at home provided by Jenn Borrealo, our Culinary & Educational Specialist. Start to plan your garden… Read More »

Simple Rad-ishing

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Simple Rad-ishing

Simple Rad-ishing

Radishes are an edible root veggie with variable skin color and a crunchy peppery flesh interior. Radish have gained popularity for their colorful appearance, their ease in growing, and their health benefits. Radish can vary in shape, size, flavor as well as interior and exterior color. Radish variations may include ranges in shape and size,… Read More »

Radishes are an edible root veggie with variable skin color and a crunchy peppery flesh interior. Radish have gained popularity for their colorful appearance, their ease in growing, and their health benefits. Radish can vary in shape, size, flavor as well as interior and exterior color. Radish variations may include ranges in shape and size,… Read More »

Simply Rad-ishing

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Simply Rad-ishing

Simply Rad-ishing

Radishes are an edible root veggie with variable skin color and a crunchy peppery flesh interior. Radish have gained popularity for their colorful appearance, their ease in growing, and their health benefits. Radish can vary in shape, size, flavor as well as interior and exterior color. Radish variations may include ranges in shape and size,… Read More »

Radishes are an edible root veggie with variable skin color and a crunchy peppery flesh interior. Radish have gained popularity for their colorful appearance, their ease in growing, and their health benefits. Radish can vary in shape, size, flavor as well as interior and exterior color. Radish variations may include ranges in shape and size,… Read More »

Truffle Infused Oil

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Truffle Infused Oil

Truffle Infused Oil

Truffle Infused Dressing  (Condimento aromatizzato al tartufo)is a fine Italian olive oil with truffles that imparts aromatic and luscious flavor of black or white truffles into your food. Great for drizzling over roasted potatoes, roasted veggies, pasta or garlic bread,  an indulgent way to enhance any dish. Drizzle over popcorn or use as a dip for crusty bread for a flavorful and upscale treat. Not available for shipping. This smaller size is perfect to sample this delicious product. Choose from Nero (black) or Bianco (white). Sold in a 1.85 fl. oz. glass jars.

Truffle Infused Dressing  (Condimento aromatizzato al tartufo)is a fine Italian olive oil with truffles that imparts aromatic and luscious flavor of black or white truffles into your food. Great for drizzling over roasted potatoes, roasted veggies, pasta or garlic bread,  an indulgent way to enhance any dish. Drizzle over popcorn or use as a dip for crusty bread for a flavorful and upscale treat. Not available for shipping. This smaller size is perfect to sample this delicious product. Choose from Nero (black) or Bianco (white). Sold in a 1.85 fl. oz. glass jars.

Truffle Infused Oil

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Truffle Infused Oil

Truffle Infused Oil

Truffle Infused Oil  (Condimento aromatizzato al tartufo) is a fine Italian olive oil with truffles that imparts aromatic and luscious flavor of black or white truffles into your food. Great for drizzling over roasted potatoes, roasted veggies, pasta or garlic bread,  an indulgent way to enhance any dish. Drizzle over popcorn or use as a dip for crusty bread for a flavorful and upscale treat. Not available for shipping. Choose from Tartufo Nero (black truffles) or Tartufo Bianco (white truffles).  Sold in 3.38 fl. oz. glass jars.

Truffle Infused Oil  (Condimento aromatizzato al tartufo) is a fine Italian olive oil with truffles that imparts aromatic and luscious flavor of black or white truffles into your food. Great for drizzling over roasted potatoes, roasted veggies, pasta or garlic bread,  an indulgent way to enhance any dish. Drizzle over popcorn or use as a dip for crusty bread for a flavorful and upscale treat. Not available for shipping. Choose from Tartufo Nero (black truffles) or Tartufo Bianco (white truffles).  Sold in 3.38 fl. oz. glass jars.

Be-leaf in Spinach

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Be-leaf in Spinach

Be-leaf in Spinach

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that historians believe to have originated in Persia approximately two thousands years ago. Belonging to the amaranth family, spinach is closely related to beets and swiss chard. Spinach is experiencing it’s renaissance as a powerhouse vegetable for it’s availability, nutritional value, and versatility in cooking.  Spinach is a cool… Read More »

Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that historians believe to have originated in Persia approximately two thousands years ago. Belonging to the amaranth family, spinach is closely related to beets and swiss chard. Spinach is experiencing it’s renaissance as a powerhouse vegetable for it’s availability, nutritional value, and versatility in cooking.  Spinach is a cool… Read More »

Salad Niçoise

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Salad Niçoise

Salad Niçoise

Salad Niçoise a la Alstede Farms Salad Ingredients: 8-10 cups of Alstede Fresh mixed salad greens torn into bite size pieces 2-3 Grilled or Roasted Chicken Breasts skin removed room temperature, sliced 1 pint of cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in ½ (optional) 3/4 c niçoise olives or a mix of olives of choice 1-2… Read More »

Salad Niçoise a la Alstede Farms Salad Ingredients: 8-10 cups of Alstede Fresh mixed salad greens torn into bite size pieces 2-3 Grilled or Roasted Chicken Breasts skin removed room temperature, sliced 1 pint of cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in ½ (optional) 3/4 c niçoise olives or a mix of olives of choice 1-2… Read More »

French Onion Soup with Salisbury Steak

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French Onion Soup with Salisbury Steak

French Onion Soup with Salisbury Steak

French Onion Soup To prepare French Onion Soup: 2 T butter and 2 T olive oil 3-4 onions thinly sliced 1 t white sugar (optional) 3/4 t salt, pinch of thyme 3 T dry white wine 1 1/2 T Worcestershire sauce 1 T brandy (optional) 3- 3 1/2 C beef stock, vegetable stock for vegetarian… Read More »

French Onion Soup To prepare French Onion Soup: 2 T butter and 2 T olive oil 3-4 onions thinly sliced 1 t white sugar (optional) 3/4 t salt, pinch of thyme 3 T dry white wine 1 1/2 T Worcestershire sauce 1 T brandy (optional) 3- 3 1/2 C beef stock, vegetable stock for vegetarian… Read More »