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...
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...
With this final week's inclusion of a pie pumpkin, I thought it might be nice to have a selection of pumpkin recipes to offer you. They are all relatively easy. Pumpkin Hummus is a great seasonal snack, accompanied by fresh veggies, pita chips or crackers. If watching...
Since Farmer Cole is busy harvesting our CSA items for the final week, we offered to write his column. At this point in the year, we tend to have mixed feelings: satisfaction, gratefulness, relief, among others. Gratefulness to all of our members who have been with us...
This very easy soup recipe was shared by Dana, who blogs on her site titled Minimalist Baker. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Servings: 4 Ingredients: For the soup: 2 Pie Pumpkins (2 pumpkins yield about 2 1/4 cups pumpkin puree) 1 Tablespoon Olive oil 2...
Found on the website Allrecipes.com, this pumpkin ravioli is a delicious seasonal side dish. Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 cup cooked pureed Pumpkin 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground) 1 pinch Cayenne...
Found on Pinterest, this recipe was shared by Kim Lee, who writes on her blog, Kim's Cravings. This is a great seasonal dip to serve on game day or over Thanksgiving weekend. Prep Time: 10 minutes Servings: 8 (1/4 cup servings) Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh Pumpkin puree...
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...
Empire apples are bright red with faint white markings and a light green cap. They are a medium size, perfect for children's school lunches. They have a crispy, crunchy texture and a creamy white interior. Developed at Cornell University in the 1940's, they are named...
In this week's share you will find a special surprise. We are excited to include a jar of 100% pure Minnesota honey, from Ames Farm.
