A welcome addition to our salads of early spring greens, radishes offer us a splash of color and zest. Although the radish root is 94 percent water and of modest nutritional value, it does provide a small amount of minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium,...
An excellent source of vitamins A, B-complex, C, and some minerals, bok choy is also extremely high in calcium. The growing season of bok choy is limited to the cooler weather of spring and fall. A traditional stir-fry vegetable from China, bok choy is rapidly...
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 is the highest in...
One of the first offerings of the spring garden, rhubarb gives us its own unique taste and texture. High in vitamins A and C and a variety of minerals, especially calcium, it is also believed to be a digestive aid and a blood purifier. Its tartness increases with...
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...
This rich and moist snacking cake goes together quickly and probably will disappear just as quickly after your family tastes it. Another recipe found on the Taste of Home web-site, we are told it "was handed down from our beloved Grandma Kelly." Prep time: 25 minutes...
This variety of winter squash is large, oval and yellow, and looks similar to a melon. It is unique among squash because when cooked, its yellowish flesh separates into long strands that resemble pasta. Spaghetti squash provides vitamins A and C and some of the B...
Your share box this week will contain fresh brats from Von Hanson's Meats. Note that these are not pre-cooked, they must be cooked thoroughly before serving.
The last week of our 2016 farm share program is here, where has the time gone? The farm and all its hustle and bustle are starting to wind down day by day and you can feel a new season dawning. November brings many changes around Pahl's, Christmas trees, garland and...
Another recipe found on the Allrecipes.com web-site, this dish goes together quickly and freezes well for a quick lunch. Leftover chopped roast beef could be substituted for the pork. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Ready in: 1 hour Servings: 4...
