July 6, 2016
The rain has finally arrived and what a beautiful week it was! The cooler weather was a wonderful treat and such a relief for the farmers and crops. Denise at Willowbrook Farm has been planting corn this week for what … Continued
Sautéed Squash and Leeks
1 1/2 pounds assorted squash, halved 1 cup sliced leeks 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil Sauté squash and leeks in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 … Continued
June 29, 2016
It looks like the monsoons might finally arrive this week and not a moment too soon. In order to plant successive crops (so we have things like lettuce again in the fall), our growers have to plant throughout the season. And … Continued
Kohlrabi Home Fries
1 ½ to 2 pounds kohlrabi 1 tablespoon rice flour, chickpea flour or semolina (more as needed) Salt to taste 2 to 4 tablespoons canola oil or grapeseed oil, as needed Chili powder, ground cumin, curry powder or paprika to taste Peel the kohlrabi and cut into thick … Continued
June 22, 2016
Hot, hot, hot! Is there really anything else worth talking about this week? I don’t think any of us can even think straight with this heat! It certainly is good for getting those summer crops to grow fast, but it’s not … Continued
Dark Chocolate Beet Brownies
2 large beets, peeled 3 large eggs 2/3 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/4 cup cocoa powder 3/4 cup all purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp kosher or sea … Continued
June 15, 2016
I am in Colorado right now, so I don’t have any fun pictures from the farms this week. But this is the first week of our flower share, which I am so excited I will be home in time to … Continued
June 8, 2016
I know that summer has arrived once I start canning, which means that it is here (if you couldn’t tell from the heat!). The past few days I’ve been canning my very favorite thing – apricot jam. I now have … Continued
Roasted Carrot and Leek Soup
1 bunch leeks, white part cut into small pieces 2 pounds carrots 6 cups broth Olive oil Garlic salt Black pepper Garnish: Bacon Goat Cheese or Feta Cheese Fresh Herbs Pre heat oven to 375 with the rack in the … Continued
Steamed Asian Greens with Honey Soy Sesame Dressing
1 1/2 pounds spinach, baby bok choy, Chinese broccoli, or a combination 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish Pour about 1-inch of … Continued