This week’s share will contain either delicata or sweet dumpling squash, both of which are excellent for individual servings. They are delicious served with butter, salt and pepper, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, or you may enjoy them stuffed a variety of ways. Named for its delicate tender skin, the delicata squash measures about […]
Baking potatoes are a type of potato, such as a russet or white, that are commonly used for baking, but can also be used for mashing, broiling or frying. This potato typically has brown skin and white flesh. It has a high starch content, low moisture content and a dry, crumbly texture after baking. Remember […]
Nothing beats the flavor of a pie pumpkin, with its sweet taste and smooth texture. It provides the most vitamin A of all the common fruits and vegetables, and is also high in iron, potassium, and phosphorus. Save the seeds–they are an excellent snack, offer additional nutritional benefits and can be seasoned a variety of ways. Store […]
Watermelon radishes are an heirloom variety of daikon radishes. They’re a root vegetable and member of the Brassica family, which also includes arugula, broccoli, and cabbage. Watermelon radishes are edible globular roots attached to thin stems and wavy green leaves. The fruit, root, and leaves of the watermelon radish provide an excellent source of fiber, vitamin C, […]
Tuscan kale is known for its rich blue or grayish-green to deep green leaves with a crinkly texture. It is sometimes referred to as dinosaur kale. It is chewier than Swiss chard, sweeter in taste than collard greens and milder in flavor than the somewhat peppery mustard greens. Rich in vitamins A and K, kale […]
The Standard and Family size share boxes will each receive cherry tomatoes. Generally available year-round, the peak season for cherry tomatoes is, of course, the summer months. The perfect cherry tomato is firm, thin and smooth-skinned, with its flavor being a balance of sweet and tart. Offering the same nutritional value as the traditional beefsteak […]
Turnips offer us a simultaneous sharp and sweet flavor, enjoyed by many. A good source of vitamin C, potassium, and calcium, turnip greens also provide us with vitamins A, C, and B-complex, and the minerals potassium, magnesium, and calcium. They are one of the cruciferous vegetables believed to prevent cancer. To prepare turnips, simply scrub […]
This week’s share will contain either Red or Russet potatoes. Potatoes are considered an important staple food and the number one vegetable crop in the world. Because of their neutral starchy flavor, they are a good complement to many meals. They are available year-round as they are harvested somewhere every month of the year. Potatoes […]
This week’s share will include either red or green kale. The oldest member of the cabbage family, kale is among the earliest cultivated and was a favorite vegetable in ancient Rome. It is a powerhouse vegetable, very rich in vitamins A, C, and the mineral calcium. It is also high in the B vitamins. Kale […]
White potatoes are small to medium in size, with a round to long shape. The skin of a white potato is white or tan, and its flesh is white. You’ll notice white potatoes have a thin delicate skin, and the texture is slightly creamy. They have a mild and very subtle sweet flavor. As with […]
