by Dee Englund | Sep 17, 2014 | What's in your share box, CSA Member Updates
One of the most popular winter squash varieties, buttercup squash has a sweet and creamy orange flesh. Containing more than 200% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, it is also high in vitamins C and B. An added benefit is that buttercup squash is an...
by Dee Englund | Sep 17, 2014 | What's in your share box, CSA Member Updates
A cross between the popular Honeycrisp and Zestar apple, Sweet Tango offers us the best of both varieties. Upon the first bite, it delivers a satisfying crunch and a sweet-tart flavor. Excellent as a snacking/eating apple, it’s superior in apple crisp or apple...
by Dee Englund | Sep 16, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
As the name implies, Brussels sprouts were originally cultivated in Brussels, Belgium. The enlarged auxiliary buds resemble miniature cabbages. Providing an excellent source of vitamin C, the sprouts also contain significant amounts of vitamins A and K. High...
by Dee Englund | Sep 16, 2014 | Recipes, CSA Member Updates
This is a favorite family recipe passed down from Grandma Pahl. Published in our past newsletters, we’re offering it again for your enjoyment. Use your own pie crust recipe or a pre-made crust to save time. Ingredients: Two Pastry crusts: use one to line the...
by Dee Englund | Sep 16, 2014 | Recipes, CSA Member Updates
Here is an old family recipe we’d love to share. It’s easy to make and so delicious! It was shared with our CSA members a few years ago, and we’d like to offer it again for our newest members. Ingredients: 1 Buttercup squash, peeled and cut into...