September 11, 2024
Although it was quite hot last week, I can definitely feel the turn of the season creeping in. Mornings are bringing a chill in the air and leaves in Oak Creek Canyon are already starting to turn yellow! The change … Continued
Baked feta and tomato spaghetti squash
1 medium spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded (3- to 3½-lb.) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 (4-oz.) block feta cheese, halved 8 ounces cherry tomatoes (about 1 1/2 cups) 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano … Continued
September 4, 2024
Happy Labor Day! I am so grateful today for the incredible work of our local growers. Sometimes their work has a quick pay off, such as with a crop of fast-growing radishes, and in other cases it can take years … Continued
Cucumber lentil salad
½ cup dried lentils ½ red onion, thinly sliced 1 large hot house cucumber (or 3 persian cucumbers), diced 1 bunch of dill, minced (about 3 tablespoons) ⅓ cup Greek yogurt Juice from 1 lemon Salt to taste In a … Continued
August 28, 2024
We have quite the bountiful basket this week! Onions, garlic, and potatoes cover our staple items that will store well and can last for weeks. Tomatoes, cucumber, and sweet Italian peppers will fulfill any cravings for fresh, cool veggies that can … Continued
Thai red curry with eggplant and sweet peppers
10 oz (284g) firm tofu pressed for 30 minutes and drained 2 Tbs coconut oil 1 lb (450g) eggplant sliced into 1/2″ cubes 1 C (165g) yellow onion medium dice, about 1 medium onion 2 C (260g) sweet peppers – green, yellow or red – or a … Continued
August 21, 2024
Happy Monday everyone! We had some wild weather over the weekend that cooled things off beautifully yesterday, but dumped some heavy rains at Whipstone Farm. They hadn’t had a chance to fully assess things when we set this week’s order, … Continued
Mediterranean braised green beans with tomatoes
2 medium tomatoes 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil – plus more for drizzling if desired 1 large onion – quartered and sliced 4 cloves garlic – chopped 1 pound green beans – trimmed and halved crosswise 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste 1 teaspoon sugar – or to taste Chopped fresh parsley Lemon wedges Prepare an … Continued
Cucumber, tomato, and scallion salad
2 medium tomatoes, sliced and quartered 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced 4 green onions, chopped 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/3 cup cider vinegar 1 cup water In a bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and … Continued
August 14, 2024
Hi everyone! It feels nice to be writing to you all again after several weeks out of town and with very little access to fresh – let alone local – produce. It is a good reminder of how lucky we … Continued