Winter CSA Newsletter Week #19 Mar 17 - 23, 2024 “A" week
VEG SHARES
(Photo of the "Default" FULL Share below. See listings to see which share size has what, how much, along with info, guides, recipes.)
FULL VEG SHARE:
SPINACH & TURNIP GREENS (¼ lb) - This green is very versatile (and YES! You can eat the stems, in fact they are very tasty too. ;) It can be eaten cooked or raw, requires little prep, works with sweet or savory ingredients, stands up to other hearty ingredients, and pairs well with rich, fatty foods such as cheese, butter, bacon, and cream. Raw is popular in salads with, or without, pecans, dried fruit such as cranberries, chunks of cheese, sunflower seeds, and roasted beets. Other possibilities are steaming, boiling, stir-frying, or sautéeing with butter or olive oil. Known as a longer keeper than lettuce, store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for a week or more. Note - Cooks down in size considerably. Guide & Recipes
CARROTS (1 lb) - Store the roots dry and unwashed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks. Guide & Recipes (from Red Door Family Farm - organic)
YELLOW ONION (1 lb) Store on your counter or in your pantry out of direct sunlight. Onion peels can be put into a freezer bag with other vegetable scraps to make soup stock later, as they are full of antioxidants. To freeze: Cut or slice onions to desired size and place in Ziplock bag. Remove all the air and seal. It helps to freeze them in 2-3 cup increments. These are a good all-around onion, great for cooking and flavoring dishes. By far, they're the most popular onion sold in America and versatile enough for just about anything. Yellow onions are a smart choice for caramelizing, which draws out their natural sweetness.(from Gwenyn Hill Farm - organic)
ALL PURPOSE BOLTED FLOUR (2 lb) - Best applications include but are not limited to cakes, crackers, pizza dough, and breads. PROTEIN CONTENT= 10.5%. (from Meadowlark Organics)
PICKLED BEETS (1 pint) - Eat them straight, in salad, add to wraps, combine with hard boiled eggs, add to grilled cheese sandwiches, as a side for Indian curries, roast and add balsamic glaze, use on a charcuterie board. Ingredients = beets, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, cinnamon, all spice, whole cloves.
BUCKWHEAT LETTUCE MICROGREENS (¼ lb) - Buckwheat Lettuce is a microgreen and is gluten-free, despite its name. With a very mild flavor similar to lettuce, we find these are best used in fresh salads or added to sandwiches. These delicate greens have a shorter shelf life than pea or sunflower shoots and should be used within a week - a “1st Priority” vegetable. Store in a plastic bag or container in the refrigerator. (Consider adding a paper towel to absorb wetness and increase longevity.)
BLUE OYSTER MUSHROOMS (¼ lb) - Sub-species of the common Oyster Mushroom, this blue fading to gray hued variety with white gills grows sideways in clusters with caps that resemble oyster shells. Blue Oysters have a deep umami flavor and meaty texture to any main or side dish. Flavor tends more towards the savory side and is best enjoyed cooked. Caramelizing when roasting or pan-frying them will make them crispy on the outside with a soft and chewy center and enhance their rich flavor. Some say they have a subtle oyster/seafood flavor, with undertones of licorice or anise. (from Mooshrooms)
HALF VEG SHARE: (see Full VEG Shares above⬆ for info on each item)
SPINACH & TURNIP GREENS (¼ lb)
CARROTS (1 lb)
YELLOW ONION (1 lb)
ALL PURPOSE BOLTED FLOUR (2 lb)
BLUE OYSTER MUSHROOMS (½ pint)
Other ITEMS available if you chose to "Design My Share"
MILD CHEDDAR CHEESE (8 oz) - Semi-hard Cheddar that carries a tanginess along with smooth, consistent flavor. Great table cheese used for grating or grilling. Pairs well with: Champagne or Chardonnay *NOT organic. (from Meister Cheese)
GARLIC PESTO JACK CHEESE (6 oz) Semi-soft cheese with the perfect balance of garlic and basil is great on your favorite cracker or topping a pizza. Pairs well with: a soft white wine.*NOT organic. (from Meister Cheese)
BRUSCHETTA JACK CHEESE (6 oz) - A semi-soft Monterey Jack with mild flavors of tomato, garlic, parsley, and basil. A real crowd pleaser at all gatherings. Pairs well with: a sweeter red or white wine. *NOT organic. (from Meister Cheese)
Buckwheat Shoots
Adirondack Blue Potatoes
Gold Rush Potatoes
Purple Top Turnips
Rutabaga
Daikon Radish
Tetsu Squash
Beets
MES SHARES
Week 3 of the rotation so MES is for Mazo, Dianne Dr, Jacobs Way, Homes on Olin and Shefford.
FULL: 1 lb Ground Beef, 2 Dozen Eggs
HALF: 1 lb Ground Beef, 1 Dozen Eggs
EGG SHARE
WEEKLY = 1 Dozen
BIWEEKLY = 1 Dozen
PREPARED FOOD & RECIPES:
Blue Oyster Mushrooms - flavor pairs well with lots of Asian ingredients such as soy sauce, sesame, rice vinegar, and fish sauce.
Ideas of ways to use:
Pan-fried with butter, herbs, and salt
Roasted with your favorite herbs and spices
Added to soups and stews
Added to stir-fries
Cook them and add them to pasta dishes or grain dishes, such as farro or quinoa
Add them to your sauces and gravies for an extra rich hit of umami flavor
Chop them up and add them to omelets, scrambled eggs, and frittatas
Put them on skewers and grill them on the barbecue for an awesome side dish
Add them to your roasts to cook in the juices for a perfect side
Flavor and dehydrate them to make crispy mushroom chips
Poach them in butter, herbs, and cream for a delicious sauce or side
Roast them with your potatoes
Try pickling them with rice vinegar and peppercorns
Simplest way = roast in the oven with your favorite herbs and spices to create a crispy, flavorful side dish.
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