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Week 14 Notes

Week 14 Notes

It is hard to believe we will be welcoming October in a few short days!  These last couple of weeks of the CSA season are going to fly by, last share box distribution will be Wednesday 10/12 & Thursday 10/13.  We have finally nailed down dates for the Apple Pick -...

Kale

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 is the highest in...

Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash

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...

Buttercup Squash

Buttercup Squash

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...

Sweet Tango Apples

Sweet Tango Apples

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 cake,...

Tomatoes

Tomatoes

The first ripe tomatoes of the season are eagerly anticipated by cooks and gardeners alike.  An excellent source of antioxidants and dietary fiber, they also offer us high levels of vitamin A and potassium, and are a good source of vitamin C.  They can be baked,...

Green Bell Peppers

Green Bell Peppers

Peppers contain high levels of vitamins A, C, and E and most varieties include the minerals iron and potassium.  Refrigerate unwashed in a refrigerator hydrator drawer for 1-2 weeks.   Eating them raw, added to a veggie tray, sliced in a salad, or as part of a...

Sweet Corn

Sweet Corn

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...