Simple Pickled Cucumbers

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Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Simple Pickled Cucumbers

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… Read More »

Ingredients: 2 lbs. Alstede Fresh Kirby Cucumbers, can substitute with regular cucumbers if desired. 2 Alstede Fresh garlic bulbs, skins & cloves removed 6 Alstede Fresh shallots, peeled, kept whole 6 Alstede Fresh cherry bomb peppers, sliced into quarters (can omit or substitute jalapeno or other spicy peppers) 2 Cups white vinegar 2 Cups water… Read More »

Hearty Pumpkin Vegetable Soup

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Hearty Pumpkin Vegetable Soup

Hearty Pumpkin Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium chopped onion , 3-4 carrots, small dice 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 cups cabbage, chopped 1-2 c green beans cut into 1” pieces 1 1/2 ears fresh husked corn 2 medium potatoes, small dice 2 – 3 fresh plum tomatoes, chopped half to 3/4… Read More »

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium chopped onion , 3-4 carrots, small dice 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 cups cabbage, chopped 1-2 c green beans cut into 1” pieces 1 1/2 ears fresh husked corn 2 medium potatoes, small dice 2 – 3 fresh plum tomatoes, chopped half to 3/4… Read More »

Polenta with Corn & Roasted Tomatoes

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Polenta with Corn & Roasted Tomatoes

Polenta with Corn & Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1 C Polenta (or grits) 2 ears of Alstede Fresh Corn, kernels removed 1/4 cup salted Butter 1/3 cup soft Goat Cheese 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste Start tomato preparation. Roast tomatoes while you are making the polenta on the stovetop. Prepare polenta in water or broth according to… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 C Polenta (or grits) 2 ears of Alstede Fresh Corn, kernels removed 1/4 cup salted Butter 1/3 cup soft Goat Cheese 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to taste Start tomato preparation. Roast tomatoes while you are making the polenta on the stovetop. Prepare polenta in water or broth according to… Read More »

Bell Pepper, Summer Vegetable, and Egg Quesadilla

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Bell Pepper, Summer Vegetable, and Egg Quesadilla

Bell Pepper, Summer Vegetable, and Egg Quesadilla

Ingredients: 3-4 T Olive Oil, more as needed half of each vegetable cut into a small dice Bell Pepper Zucchini Small onion Tomato half ear of corn cut from the husk 1 clove garlic minced Kosher salt 1/4 t cumin or to taste 1/4 -1/2 t chili powder or to taste Cilantro leaves (Optional) Instructions:… Read More »

Ingredients: 3-4 T Olive Oil, more as needed half of each vegetable cut into a small dice Bell Pepper Zucchini Small onion Tomato half ear of corn cut from the husk 1 clove garlic minced Kosher salt 1/4 t cumin or to taste 1/4 -1/2 t chili powder or to taste Cilantro leaves (Optional) Instructions:… Read More »

Pesto Eggs

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Pesto Eggs

Pesto Eggs

Prepare roasted tomato: Preheat oven to 400. Chop a large tomato, add a little olive oil, some chopped basil and oregano and a spoonful of parmesan cheese. Spread into a single layer on a parchment lined baking pan. Roast until some of the edges are browned and caramelized, 20-25 minutes. Set aside. Prepare your favorite… Read More »

Prepare roasted tomato: Preheat oven to 400. Chop a large tomato, add a little olive oil, some chopped basil and oregano and a spoonful of parmesan cheese. Spread into a single layer on a parchment lined baking pan. Roast until some of the edges are browned and caramelized, 20-25 minutes. Set aside. Prepare your favorite… Read More »

Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

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Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

Mema’s “Irish” Chili Relleno Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground meat: Beef, Turkey, Bison or Venison (substitute frozen meat alternative if desired) 4 -6 fresh Poblano peppers, diced 2 medium onions, diced 1 cup brown or white rice (simmer to yield about 3 cups) 1- 15 oz. can Black beans (rinsed) Fresh homegrown tomatoes from our farm, chopped 4 to 6… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 lb. ground meat: Beef, Turkey, Bison or Venison (substitute frozen meat alternative if desired) 4 -6 fresh Poblano peppers, diced 2 medium onions, diced 1 cup brown or white rice (simmer to yield about 3 cups) 1- 15 oz. can Black beans (rinsed) Fresh homegrown tomatoes from our farm, chopped 4 to 6… Read More »

Eggplant Lasagna

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Eggplant Lasagna

Eggplant Lasagna

Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, sliced in rounds about ½” thick 2 eggs beaten 3/4 -1 c seasoned breadcrumbs 1/4-1/2 c olive oil, divided 1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided + a little extra 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ c chopped Parsley 1 egg + 1 yolk Kosher Salt… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, sliced in rounds about ½” thick 2 eggs beaten 3/4 -1 c seasoned breadcrumbs 1/4-1/2 c olive oil, divided 1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, divided + a little extra 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese ¼ c chopped Parsley 1 egg + 1 yolk Kosher Salt… Read More »

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

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Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Cucumber and Chick Pea Salad

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

Ingredients: 1 medium cucumber, striped, seeded, and diced 1-15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed 1/2 medium-large red onion, cut into large chunks 1 jalapeño pepper, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, chopped 1 – 2 garlic cloves 3-4 T chopped Chives 1/3-1/2 c Mint leaves Juice of 1/2 fresh lime 2 t apple cider vinegar… Read More »

Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

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Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

Summer Squash Ribbon Skewers

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or 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… Read More »

4 metal skewers Prepare scape and herb pesto: set aside 2-3 garlic scapes or 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… Read More »

Hot and Spicy Broccoli

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Hot and Spicy Broccoli

Hot and Spicy Broccoli

Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2-3 cloves of garlic minced 1-2 Tbsp. Siracha sauce 1/2 Tbsp. honey Juice of half of a lime 1 medium to large head of Alstede Fresh broccoli, Broccoli stems cut into 1” pieces Salt and pepper 2- 3 Alstede Fresh scallions, thinly sliced white and tender green part, divided to… Read More »

Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2-3 cloves of garlic minced 1-2 Tbsp. Siracha sauce 1/2 Tbsp. honey Juice of half of a lime 1 medium to large head of Alstede Fresh broccoli, Broccoli stems cut into 1” pieces Salt and pepper 2- 3 Alstede Fresh scallions, thinly sliced white and tender green part, divided to… Read More »

Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

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Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

Fresh English Pea Ricotta Toast

Ingredients: ¼ c blanched Alstede Fresh peas Reserve: ½ cup fresh raw peas 2 garlic scapes cut into 1” pieces 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley ½ c whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese Zest from ½ lemon 2-3 chives chopped fine 1-2 T chopped capers 1 T parmesan Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare… Read More »

Ingredients: ¼ c blanched Alstede Fresh peas Reserve: ½ cup fresh raw peas 2 garlic scapes cut into 1” pieces 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley ½ c whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese Zest from ½ lemon 2-3 chives chopped fine 1-2 T chopped capers 1 T parmesan Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Prepare… Read More »

Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

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Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

Alstede Fresh Spinach Wrap

Ingredients: 3/4 C roasted Garlic Hummus (available in our markets) 1/3 C sliced Alstede Fresh scallions 1 bunch Alstede Fresh Spinach 2-3 Tsp olive oil 1-2 Tsp lemon juice 1/2Tsp salt or to taste 1/3 C Feta cheese 1/2 tomato sliced 8-10 Sliced Greek Olives 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced Thin slices of half… Read More »

Ingredients: 3/4 C roasted Garlic Hummus (available in our markets) 1/3 C sliced Alstede Fresh scallions 1 bunch Alstede Fresh Spinach 2-3 Tsp olive oil 1-2 Tsp lemon juice 1/2Tsp salt or to taste 1/3 C Feta cheese 1/2 tomato sliced 8-10 Sliced Greek Olives 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced Thin slices of half… Read More »