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Digging in, A Spring Planting Guide 

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Digging in, A Spring Planting Guide 

Digging in, A Spring Planting Guide 

It’s that time when frost warnings are ending in our growing area which means it’s time to get out and into the garden. We’ve prepared a beginners guide to help you easily get started.  If you haven’t planted seeds or seedlings from scratch, not to worry, we have a wide variety of veggie, herb &… Read More »

Vegetable,Seedlings.,Selective,Focus.

It’s that time when frost warnings are ending in our growing area which means it’s time to get out and into the garden. We’ve prepared a beginners guide to help you easily get started.  If you haven’t planted seeds or seedlings from scratch, not to worry, we have a wide variety of veggie, herb &… 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 »

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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 »

plantingrows

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 »

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Eating in Season – Winter

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Eating in Season – Winter

Eating in Season – Winter

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

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We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

Eating in Season – Winter

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Eating in Season – Winter

Eating in Season – Winter

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

produce-in-season-36x24v5

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

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Adventures in Chester Corn Maze

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Adventures in Chester Corn Maze

Adventures in Chester Corn Maze

Alstede Farms announces the opening of the Adventures in Chester Corn Maze Enjoy ultimate fall fun with a visit to the giant “Adventures in Chester” corn maze at Alstede Farms. Getting lost is part of the fun as you navigate the twists and turns of this giant ten-acre maze highlighting Chester’s historical past and celebrating… Read More »

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Alstede Farms announces the opening of the Adventures in Chester Corn Maze Enjoy ultimate fall fun with a visit to the giant “Adventures in Chester” corn maze at Alstede Farms. Getting lost is part of the fun as you navigate the twists and turns of this giant ten-acre maze highlighting Chester’s historical past and celebrating… Read More »

letters & info – week 4, 2018

letters & info – week 4, 2018

letters & info – week 4, 2018

letters & info – week 4, 2018

letters & info – week 4, 2018 Week 4: May 22, 2018 – May 24, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the Produce Information Booklet Produce Tips and Information: Freeze Herbs in Ice Cube Trays Use a pair of scissors to cut stems of fresh herbs from the garden. Place the… Read More »
letters & info – week 4, 2018 Week 4: May 22, 2018 – May 24, 2018 Helpful information on share contents can be found in the Produce Information Booklet Produce Tips and Information: Freeze Herbs in Ice Cube Trays Use a pair of scissors to cut stems of fresh herbs from the garden. Place the… 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 »

How To Make Vegetable Stock

How To Make Vegetable Stock

How To Make Vegetable Stock

How To Make Vegetable Stock

Ingredients: 1 to 2 onions 2 to 3 carrots 3 to 4 celery stalks 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 1 small bunch parsley 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns Optional Extras: leeks (especially the green parts), fennel, tomatoes, mushrooms, mushroom stems, parsnips Equipment Sharp knife Stock pot Strainer Cheesecloth or coffee filters (for… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 to 2 onions 2 to 3 carrots 3 to 4 celery stalks 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 1 small bunch parsley 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns Optional Extras: leeks (especially the green parts), fennel, tomatoes, mushrooms, mushroom stems, parsnips Equipment Sharp knife Stock pot Strainer Cheesecloth or coffee filters (for… Read More »

Bok Choy, Potato and Onion Side Dish

Bok Choy, Potato and Onion Side Dish

Bok Choy, Potato and Onion Side Dish

Bok Choy, Potato and Onion Side Dish

1 red onion 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 medium potatoes 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely chopped 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped 1 head Bok choy  1 teaspoon flaked sea salt Peel and chop onion. Cut off only the root end off of the Bok choy, then separate the leaves, and wash thoroughly,… Read More »

1 red onion 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 medium potatoes 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely chopped 1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped 1 head Bok choy  1 teaspoon flaked sea salt Peel and chop onion. Cut off only the root end off of the Bok choy, then separate the leaves, and wash thoroughly,… Read More »

Pepper Steak Stir Fry

Pepper Steak Stir Fry

Pepper Steak Stir Fry

Pepper Steak Stir Fry

Serves 4 As with most stir-fry recipes, pepper steak is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious main dish that needs only rice as a side dish for a complete meal. See the Chinese-style rice in the similar and related recipes links. I like to use both red and green peppers, but you can use one… Read More »

Serves 4 As with most stir-fry recipes, pepper steak is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious main dish that needs only rice as a side dish for a complete meal. See the Chinese-style rice in the similar and related recipes links. I like to use both red and green peppers, but you can use one… Read More »

Vegetable Stock Recipe

Vegetable Stock Recipe

Vegetable Stock Recipe

Vegetable Stock Recipe

1 tbsp. olive oil 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 large onions, chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 8 c. water frozen vegetable scraps (2-3 cups is a good amount) 2 bay leaves a few sprigs of parsley and thyme salt and pepper to taste (omit these if you’re making stock) Heat olive oil… Read More »

1 tbsp. olive oil 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 large onions, chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 8 c. water frozen vegetable scraps (2-3 cups is a good amount) 2 bay leaves a few sprigs of parsley and thyme salt and pepper to taste (omit these if you’re making stock) Heat olive oil… Read More »