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...
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...
Chives are a rich source of vitamins A and K, and also provide vitamin C, B-complex vitamins and folates. Chives are a delicious addition to fresh green salads, soups, and stews.
Published in our newsletter a few years ago, this recipe bears repeating. The timing is perfect, as it's a refreshing, healthy treat for the 4th of July. This is a recipe your children will enjoy making with you. Chef Jen Yee at New York City's Lafayette makes these...
Planning on doing some grilling over the 4th of July weekend? Grilled veggies are a delicious accompaniment to steaks, burgers, brats or hot dogs. Try this recipe for grilled bok choy--the prep is easy and it's ready in minutes! Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15...
Our second week of the 2016 CSA program is looking to be quite bountiful. Kohlrabi makes its triumphant return this year alongside rhubarb, pak choy (bok choy) and peas, to name a few. The fields are looking very good overall, and most of the crops are right on...
This week's share will include various pre-cut herbs, and remember, no two boxes will be alike. Your box may include purple basil, sage, or cilantro. SAGE Long valued for its many uses in magic, medicine, and meal preparation, sage is high in calcium and...
This week you will receive either Buttercrunch or Coastal Star lettuce (one or the other) in your share. (For an image and description of Buttercrunch lettuce, please click here.) Part of the Romaine family of lettuces, Coastal Star lettuce is excellent for salads...
This is a classic pea salad that some of you may remember from your grandmother. It's a nice change from the standard potato or pasta salads. And an added bonus is that most kids love it! Servings: 8-10 Ingredients: 3-4 cups fresh or frozen peas (thawed and drained,...
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...
