Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

Pickled Eggplant

3 eggplants, peeled and sliced into strips 1 cup onions, sliced thin 1 cup sweet or hot or a mix of red peppers, thin sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup apple cider or white vinegar 2 cups water 4 garlic cloves, sliced or chopped Chopped fresh oregano, basil and parsley 2 cups (or more)… Read More »

3 eggplants, peeled and sliced into strips 1 cup onions, sliced thin 1 cup sweet or hot or a mix of red peppers, thin sliced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup apple cider or white vinegar 2 cups water 4 garlic cloves, sliced or chopped Chopped fresh oregano, basil and parsley 2 cups (or more)… Read More »

Easy Eggplant Excellente

Easy Eggplant Excellente

Easy Eggplant Excellente

Easy Eggplant Excellente

From your kitchen: Mayo Onion Breadcrumbs (could use pre-seasoned) Parmesan From your share: Eggplant Thank you Regina Garrell for sharing this Eggplant recipe that truly fills the 5 ingredient challenge! Mix 1/2 cup mayo & 1 tablespoon fresh minced onion in a bowl Mix 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, chopped Italian herbs in… Read More »

From your kitchen: Mayo Onion Breadcrumbs (could use pre-seasoned) Parmesan From your share: Eggplant Thank you Regina Garrell for sharing this Eggplant recipe that truly fills the 5 ingredient challenge! Mix 1/2 cup mayo & 1 tablespoon fresh minced onion in a bowl Mix 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, chopped Italian herbs in… Read More »

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Tarragon Lemon Summer Squash Soup

Many thanks to Beth Brooks for this recipe that will use the summer squash and the herbs that we planted earlier in the season! 1 large yellow summer squash, sliced and quartered, or chopped if preferred 2 green onions (scallions), light green and white parts, chopped 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 tablespoon… Read More »

Many thanks to Beth Brooks for this recipe that will use the summer squash and the herbs that we planted earlier in the season! 1 large yellow summer squash, sliced and quartered, or chopped if preferred 2 green onions (scallions), light green and white parts, chopped 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 tablespoon… Read More »

Pumpkin Apple Soup

Pumpkin Apple Soup

Pumpkin Apple Soup

Pumpkin Apple Soup

This recipe will utilize the apples, cider, carrots and of course pumpkin in the shares. Keep in mind that you may substitute squash if you prefer. 4 slices bacon, diced 2 tablespoons butter 4 apples, diced 1 carrot, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1⁄4 cup white wine 1⁄2… Read More »

This recipe will utilize the apples, cider, carrots and of course pumpkin in the shares. Keep in mind that you may substitute squash if you prefer. 4 slices bacon, diced 2 tablespoons butter 4 apples, diced 1 carrot, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1⁄4 cup white wine 1⁄2… Read More »

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

Pumpkin Stuffed with Everything Good

From your share: 1 cheese pumpkin From your kitchen: Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 lb. stale bread thinly sliced and cut into 1/2” chunks 1/4 lb. Gruyere, Emmenthal, or Cheddar or a combination cut into ½“chunks 2-4 cloves garlic coarsely chopped 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp, drained, and chopped or even cooked… Read More »

From your share: 1 cheese pumpkin From your kitchen: Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 lb. stale bread thinly sliced and cut into 1/2” chunks 1/4 lb. Gruyere, Emmenthal, or Cheddar or a combination cut into ½“chunks 2-4 cloves garlic coarsely chopped 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crisp, drained, and chopped or even cooked… Read More »

Mexican Black Beans with Epazote

Mexican Black Beans with Epazote

Mexican Black Beans with Epazote

Mexican Black Beans with Epazote

1 pound dried black beans 3 cups chicken stock 3 cups water 2 large sprigs fresh Epazote (or 2 tablespoons dried) 1/2 pound chopped fresh chorizo sausage 1 diced onion 2 diced carrots 2 diced celery stalks 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon ancho or New Mexico chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin Soak black… Read More »

1 pound dried black beans 3 cups chicken stock 3 cups water 2 large sprigs fresh Epazote (or 2 tablespoons dried) 1/2 pound chopped fresh chorizo sausage 1 diced onion 2 diced carrots 2 diced celery stalks 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 tablespoon ancho or New Mexico chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin Soak black… 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 »

Banh Mi Salad

Banh Mi Salad

Banh Mi Salad

Banh Mi Salad

Many thanks to CSA Member – Denise Alvarez for sharing this recipe this week.  As you know we love to hear from you. Ingredients: 1 pound of pork loin, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or pressed 2 tablespoons fish sauce (found in the Asian section of grocery stores) 1 teaspoon black… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA Member – Denise Alvarez for sharing this recipe this week.  As you know we love to hear from you. Ingredients: 1 pound of pork loin, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or pressed 2 tablespoons fish sauce (found in the Asian section of grocery stores) 1 teaspoon black… Read More »

Tortellini with Asparagus and Lemon

Tortellini with Asparagus and Lemon

Tortellini with Asparagus and Lemon

Tortellini with Asparagus and Lemon

To care and store asparagus- wrap the ends in moist paper towels and place the bundle into a plastic bag. Asparagus will keep up to 3-4 days 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces) 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 teaspoon… Read More »

To care and store asparagus- wrap the ends in moist paper towels and place the bundle into a plastic bag. Asparagus will keep up to 3-4 days 2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces) 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 teaspoon… Read More »

Roasted Garlic Purple Mashed Potatoes

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Roasted Garlic Purple Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Purple Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 head of Alstede Fresh garlic 4 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 2 sprigs of fresh snipped herb leaves – your choice of oregano, rosemary, marjoram, thyme 1.5 – 2 pounds purple potatoes, cut into uniform chunks, approx. 1 inch in size 1/4 c sour cream (can substitute unflavored Greek yogurt instead for a healthier… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 head of Alstede Fresh garlic 4 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 2 sprigs of fresh snipped herb leaves – your choice of oregano, rosemary, marjoram, thyme 1.5 – 2 pounds purple potatoes, cut into uniform chunks, approx. 1 inch in size 1/4 c sour cream (can substitute unflavored Greek yogurt instead for a healthier… Read More »

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

Parsnip Cakes

1 lb. parsnips, cooked and mashed 6 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. butter, melted Pinch mace, ground Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 egg, beaten 3/4 c bread crumbs, fresh Oil for frying Salt and pepper Put the parsnips, flour, butter, mace and nutmeg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and beat well to… Read More »

1 lb. parsnips, cooked and mashed 6 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. butter, melted Pinch mace, ground Pinch freshly grated nutmeg 1 egg, beaten 3/4 c bread crumbs, fresh Oil for frying Salt and pepper Put the parsnips, flour, butter, mace and nutmeg in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and beat well to… Read More »

Crash Hot Potatoes

Crash Hot Potatoes

Crash Hot Potatoes

Crash Hot Potatoes

Many thanks to CSA member Jennifer Niederhoffer for sending in this recipe this week. Prep: 30 Minutes Cook: 25 Minutes Serves:  6 Ingredients: 12 whole New Potatoes (or Other Small Round Potatoes) 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil Kosher Salt To Taste Black Pepper To Taste Rosemary (or Other Herbs Of Choice) To Taste Preparation: Bring a… Read More »

Many thanks to CSA member Jennifer Niederhoffer for sending in this recipe this week. Prep: 30 Minutes Cook: 25 Minutes Serves:  6 Ingredients: 12 whole New Potatoes (or Other Small Round Potatoes) 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil Kosher Salt To Taste Black Pepper To Taste Rosemary (or Other Herbs Of Choice) To Taste Preparation: Bring a… Read More »