How to grow figs
We love figs and we are determined, we have come up with some tricks that bring us fresh figs on a regular basis in a colder climate.
CSAs the week of June 5, 2023
This post may contain affiliate links. This is a list of what will be in the CSA – Community Supported Agriculture – shares this week. You can learn more about the CSA here, and you can sign up and manage your account here. Small: cucumbers, snap peas or snow peas, cherry tomatoes, salad greens or …
Barley Risotto with Asparagus and Parmesan
Ingredients: 2.5 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth1 tablespoons olive oil1/2 large yellow onion, finely chopped1 large clove garlic, finely chopped3/4 cups barley1/2 cup dry white wine1/2 pound asparagus, cut diagonally into 1-inch piecesSalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup grated Parmesan Directions: Warm the broth in a small saucepan over low heat. Meanwhile, heat …
Bacon Braised Greens
Ingredients: 1 pound chopped bacon4 cups chopped collard greens (1 CSA share bunch)4 cups chopped rainbow Swiss chard (1 CSA share bunch)1 cup small diced white onion (half medium onion)1 tablespoon minced garlic16 oz chicken stock3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon worcestershirealt & pepper to taste Directions: In a large pot, over medium high heat, …
Tortellini with Garden Vegetables
Ingredients: 2-3 tablespoons olive oil (to saute with)1 small shallot, minced2 cloves garlic, minced1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 cup)1 cup halved cherry tomatoes2-3 oz arugula1 tablespoon sage flowers1 cup asparagus, sliced on a bias1 9 oz package tortellini (any kind)2 tablespoons good olive oil (to finish with)Shaved asiago or parmesan (optional)Salt & pepper to …
Strawberries Romanoff
Make Strawberries Romanoff for an easy strawberry dessert that doesn’t require baking.
CSAs the week of May 22, 2023
This post may contain affiliate links. This is a list of what will be in the CSA – Community Supported Agriculture – shares this week. You can learn more about the CSA here, and you can sign up and manage your account here. Small: cucumbers, asparagus, baby cabbage, red potatoes, carrots, salad greens, mint, and …
Cinnamon Poached Apples
Ingredients: 3 cups apple juice1/2 cinnamon stick1 cup sugar or honey1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced1 piece star anise2 apples, peeled, cored, and halved2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts Directions: Bring apple juice, sugar, cinnamon, star anise and ginger to a boil. Add apples, cover with parchment or a lid; simmer until tender approximately 10 …
Italian Sausage Ragout
Ingredients: 1 pound hot italian sausage 1 large yukon gold potato 2 redskin potatoes 1 each large parsnip, peeled & large diced 2 each small carrots, peeled & large diced ¼ head cauliflower, large dice 1 small zucchini, large diced 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon …
CSAs the week of May 15, 2023
This post may contain affiliate links. This is a list of what will be in the CSA – Community Supported Agriculture – shares this week. You can learn more about the CSA here, and you can sign up and manage your account here. Small: asparagus, beets, swiss chard or dandelion, garlic, kirby cucumbers, lettuce, rosemary, …
