by Chris Kaufenberg | Aug 16, 2022 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Collard greens and kale both come from the cabbage family (Brassica oleracea). Though they can be used interchangeably for many purposes, they are not the same thing. Both vegetables are quite bitter, though collard greens are slightly milder (especially when...
by Dee Englund | Jun 22, 2015 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
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 | Jul 8, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, Recipes
Wraps can be filled with a variety of veggies and chopped meats. For a unique and colorful outer wrap, try this recipe. Be sure to soak your collard leaves for a few minutes in a basin of warm water and vinegar, as it will soften them up and make it much easier to...
by Dee Englund | Jul 3, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Green beans are one of the few beans that can be eaten fresh. Green beans are often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles. When picked young, green beans are a wonderful source of vitamin K, fiber and folate. And what may come as a surprise to some...
by Dee Englund | Jul 1, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
An ancient staple food of the Americas, corn is often referred to as maize. When combined with most beans or dairy, corn will provide a complete protein. This is shown by the many traditional native dishes. Similar to other whole grains, corn is a great source of...
