Khalota

Khalota

Khalota

Khalota

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley) Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 TBS olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBS minced fresh parsley 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 large zucchini, diced 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 12 oz. green… Read More »

Khalota (Algerian Vegetable Medley) Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 TBS olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 TBS minced fresh parsley 3 carrots, peeled and diced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 large zucchini, diced 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 12 oz. green… Read More »

Lemon Raspberry Trifle

Lemon Raspberry Trifle

Lemon Raspberry Trifle

Lemon Raspberry Trifle

Lemon Cake Mix prepared according to directions or your own favorite recipe. Cool and break into bite sized pieces Lemon Curd Recipe (or purchase) 3 lemons 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/4-pound unsalted butter, 1 stick at room temperature 4 extra-large eggs 1/2 cup lemon juice (3 to 4 lemons) 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt Using a… Read More »

Lemon Cake Mix prepared according to directions or your own favorite recipe. Cool and break into bite sized pieces Lemon Curd Recipe (or purchase) 3 lemons 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/4-pound unsalted butter, 1 stick at room temperature 4 extra-large eggs 1/2 cup lemon juice (3 to 4 lemons) 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt Using a… Read More »

Time to Bloom

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Time to Bloom

Time to Bloom

The Next Season’s Rhythm Now that Memorial weekend is almost here, we can reflect on our beautiful spring and enter into the “unofficial days of summer”. Farmers are always in a seasonal rhythm with nature and there is a kind of comfort in that deep-rooted connection. Spring always brings with it optimism and opportunities for… Read More »

The Next Season’s Rhythm Now that Memorial weekend is almost here, we can reflect on our beautiful spring and enter into the “unofficial days of summer”. Farmers are always in a seasonal rhythm with nature and there is a kind of comfort in that deep-rooted connection. Spring always brings with it optimism and opportunities for… Read More »

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 »

Root Vegetable Gratin

Root Vegetable Gratin

Root Vegetable Gratin

Root Vegetable Gratin

Alstede Fresh Root Veggie Gratin 1 medium turnip cut into cubes 1/2 rutabaga cut into cubes 1 medium white or Yukon gold potato 1 small to medium carrot, shredded 1/4 onion minced 1 T melted butter Kosher salt and pepper 2 T Chopped chives 2 – 4 T shredded parmesan cheese 4 T butter and… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Root Veggie Gratin 1 medium turnip cut into cubes 1/2 rutabaga cut into cubes 1 medium white or Yukon gold potato 1 small to medium carrot, shredded 1/4 onion minced 1 T melted butter Kosher salt and pepper 2 T Chopped chives 2 – 4 T shredded parmesan cheese 4 T butter and… Read More »

Roasted Root Vegetables

Alstede Fresh Roasted Root Vegetables

Roasted Root Vegetables

Roasted Root Vegetables

Use the root veggies that you have on hand. 3 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and pepper 1 beet, peeled, sliced 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 2 parsnips peeled and cut into chunks 2 turnips peeled and sliced. Cut into thick slices or chunks 1 bunch radishes, halved 2 potatoes or sweet potato, cubed… Read More »

Use the root veggies that you have on hand. 3 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and pepper 1 beet, peeled, sliced 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks 2 parsnips peeled and cut into chunks 2 turnips peeled and sliced. Cut into thick slices or chunks 1 bunch radishes, halved 2 potatoes or sweet potato, cubed… 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 Spaghetti Squash

Alstede Fresh Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash Butter Olive oil Chopped fresh herbs: basil, oregano, parsley Parmesan Cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut squash in half lengthwise, remove all seeds and place on a parchment lined baking sheet face down. Bake for 45 minutes or until fork tender. Turn the squash and shred some of… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 medium spaghetti squash Butter Olive oil Chopped fresh herbs: basil, oregano, parsley Parmesan Cheese Instructions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut squash in half lengthwise, remove all seeds and place on a parchment lined baking sheet face down. Bake for 45 minutes or until fork tender. Turn the squash and shred some of… Read More »

Apple Hand Pies

Apple Hand Pies

Apple Hand Pies

Apple Hand Pies

Prepare crust: 2 c flour 8 T butter 4 oz. cream cheese Measure the flour into the bowl of a food processor, Cut cheese and butter into small pieces and add to the bowl. Pulse/ Process to crumbs/dough that are moist and starting to come together. Do not over process. Pour dough out onto a… Read More »

Prepare crust: 2 c flour 8 T butter 4 oz. cream cheese Measure the flour into the bowl of a food processor, Cut cheese and butter into small pieces and add to the bowl. Pulse/ Process to crumbs/dough that are moist and starting to come together. Do not over process. Pour dough out onto a… Read More »

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Alstede Fresh Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Late Summer Vegetables with Leeks

Ingredients: 2-3 medium to large leeks, white portion sliced, cleaned and dried. 1 medium bell pepper, large dice 1 medium zucchini or summer squash, cut in 1/2 lengthwise and sliced 1 large tomato, large dice 6-8 mushrooms, sliced 1 small- medium eggplant 4 cloves of garlic minced Olive oil Salt Balsamic Glaze Instructions: Preheat the… Read More »

Ingredients: 2-3 medium to large leeks, white portion sliced, cleaned and dried. 1 medium bell pepper, large dice 1 medium zucchini or summer squash, cut in 1/2 lengthwise and sliced 1 large tomato, large dice 6-8 mushrooms, sliced 1 small- medium eggplant 4 cloves of garlic minced Olive oil Salt Balsamic Glaze Instructions: Preheat the… Read More »

Roasted Potatoes and Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic, and Herbs

Potatoes

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 »

Mini Blooming Onions

Alstede Fresh Mini Blooming Onions

Mini Blooming Onions

Mini Blooming Onions

Steps to prepping the onions for frying: Remove the skin from the onions. Using a sharp knife slice through the onion to make at least 6 to 7 sections without cutting all the way through the onion. Place the onions in a bowl of cold water to help them open up. Season the flour or… Read More »

Steps to prepping the onions for frying: Remove the skin from the onions. Using a sharp knife slice through the onion to make at least 6 to 7 sections without cutting all the way through the onion. Place the onions in a bowl of cold water to help them open up. Season the flour or… Read More »