by Dee Englund | Aug 18, 2015 | Recipes, CSA Member Updates
Servings: 4-5 as a side dish Directions: 1 pound Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and halved 1 1/2 lb. butternut squash, peeled then diced into 1/2 inch cubes (about 3 cups) 2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided salt 3/4 cup toasted pecans 1/2 cup dried cranberries Mix...
by Dee Englund | Jun 22, 2015 | What's in your share box, CSA Member Updates
Kohlrabi is a close relative of broccoli; it resembles a root vegetable but actually the edible globe is the modified swollen stem. The edible leaves jut from the globe portion of the kohlrabi. It offers generous amounts of vitamins A and C and emphasizes the...
by Dee Englund | Oct 15, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Although green cabbage is the most commonly eaten variety, red cabbage provides more nutritional benefits as well as an incredible flavor. It is low in calories, an excellent source of dietary fiber, and a rich source of vitamins A, C, and K. Red cabbage also...
by Dee Englund | Oct 7, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Red Fresno peppers are similar to the jalapeno pepper, but they contain thinner walls. The Fresno pepper starts out bright green, then changes to orange and red as it matures. In cooking, it can be substituted for jalapeno or Serrano peppers. It is an excellent...
by Dee Englund | Oct 7, 2014 | What's in your share box, CSA Member Updates
Habanero chili peppers are an exceptionally hot pepper. Unripe habaneros are green, and as they ripen, the color changes to a deep rich orange or red. They are excellent in salsas or many Mexican dishes where an authentic hot pepper is called for. Remember to use...