Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Summer Squash Soup

Thanks again to Tina Jurgaitis! adapted from: Paula Deen Note: this recipe works well with any of the yellow (including the patty pan shape) or pale green squash we get in our shares. Some zucchini is OK, but not a lot. Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. yellow squash, sliced… Read More »

Thanks again to Tina Jurgaitis! adapted from: Paula Deen Note: this recipe works well with any of the yellow (including the patty pan shape) or pale green squash we get in our shares. Some zucchini is OK, but not a lot. Servings: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs. yellow squash, sliced… Read More »

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

Freezing Zucchini and Squash

How to Freeze Zucchini and Summer Squash: Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get. If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel. Just take a sharp knife and cut of… Read More »

How to Freeze Zucchini and Summer Squash: Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get. If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel. Just take a sharp knife and cut of… Read More »

Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

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Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

Grated Summer Squash and Carrot Salad

1 1/2 pounds of mixed Alstede Fresh summer squashes, grated 2 large carrots, grated 1 medium red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup olive oil (try swopping sesame oil for a different taste) 3 tbsp of white wine or rice vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce sesame seeds for garnish Mix grated squash, carrots and onion together… Read More »

1 1/2 pounds of mixed Alstede Fresh summer squashes, grated 2 large carrots, grated 1 medium red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup olive oil (try swopping sesame oil for a different taste) 3 tbsp of white wine or rice vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce sesame seeds for garnish Mix grated squash, carrots and onion together… Read More »

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

Marinated and Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large zucchini 2 large yellow squash   Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a large bowl.    Season with salt and pepper… Read More »

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves salt and pepper 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 large zucchini 2 large yellow squash   Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a large bowl.    Season with salt and pepper… Read More »

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Directions for Freezing Zucchini and Summer Squash

Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get.  If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel.  Just take a sharp knife and cut of both ends. Slice 1/2-inch thick slices. Prepare… Read More »

Start with fresh squash – as fresh as you can get.  If there is a delay between harvesting and freezing, store it in the refrigerator. Rinse the squash in plain cold water using your hands and possibly a soft towel.  Just take a sharp knife and cut of both ends. Slice 1/2-inch thick slices. Prepare… Read More »

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Gratin

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Gratin

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Gratin

Zucchini and Yellow Squash Gratin

1 T olive oil 1 tablespoons butter 2 medium zucchini sliced crosswise inch thick 2 medium yellow squash sliced crosswise inch thick 2 shallots, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced coarse salt and ground pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup panko 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 450. In a large skillet, melt… Read More »

1 T olive oil 1 tablespoons butter 2 medium zucchini sliced crosswise inch thick 2 medium yellow squash sliced crosswise inch thick 2 shallots, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced coarse salt and ground pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup panko 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 450. In a large skillet, melt… 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 »

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 »

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 »

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Roasted Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, Roasted Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Roasted Tomato Stacks

Eggplant, Zucchini, and Roasted Tomato Stacks

For 4 stacks, (This recipe is easily doubled) Peel eggplant and cut 4 slices Slice summer Squash if eight ball 4 slices, if zucchini 8 slices 8-12 Slices of tomatoes Chop Garlic and basil Parmesan Olive oil Thinly Slice fresh mozzarella 4 thin slices of provolone Prepare 2 layers of roasted tomatoes: Roasted Tomatoes –… Read More »

For 4 stacks, (This recipe is easily doubled) Peel eggplant and cut 4 slices Slice summer Squash if eight ball 4 slices, if zucchini 8 slices 8-12 Slices of tomatoes Chop Garlic and basil Parmesan Olive oil Thinly Slice fresh mozzarella 4 thin slices of provolone Prepare 2 layers of roasted tomatoes: Roasted Tomatoes –… Read More »

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Alstede Fresh Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Skewered Kebabs Reinvented

Ingredients: 4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto, set aside 2-3 garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons of 1… Read More »

Ingredients: 4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto, set aside 2-3 garlic cloves 3/4 c basil leaves 1 T fresh oregano 2-3 T olive oil Pulse in a food chopper or processor Remove the ends of 1 green and 1 yellow squash Using a French Peeler or a Madeline cut thin ribbons of 1… Read More »

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Rutabaga Three Ways

Roasted Rutabaga 1 medium or 2 small rutabaga 1-2 T butter and olive oil salt and pepper Wash and peel the rutabaga. Cut into a small dice. Preheat the oven to 425. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Melt the butter into the heated oil over medium heat. Add the rutabaga and sauté… Read More »

Roasted Rutabaga 1 medium or 2 small rutabaga 1-2 T butter and olive oil salt and pepper Wash and peel the rutabaga. Cut into a small dice. Preheat the oven to 425. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Melt the butter into the heated oil over medium heat. Add the rutabaga and sauté… Read More »