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...
Leeks

Leeks

Dee was so great at sharing her experiences with fresh produce and I am fortunate to still benefit from her wealth of knowledge.  I enjoy reading prior Dee’s Corner notes for any helpful hints from past seasons and since Leeks are making an appearance in this...
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...