Monthly Archives: September 2010

In your box this week:Leeks – Leek has a mild onion-like taste, less bitter than scallion. The taste might be described as a mixture of mild onion and cucumber, with a fresh smell similar to scallion. In its raw state, … Continue reading →

We were recently a part of a locavore dinner here at Prairie Crossing that was captured on video. What a great event! This dinner was a way for all of us (organizers, farmers, chef, supporters) to share our local bounty … Continue reading →

Hi all! Hope you’ve had a great week, enjoying this summer-type weather! The plants are a bit confused, but soaking up the warmth and producing well. Here’s what is in your box this week. Enjoy! – Kale – Parsnips – … Continue reading →

Well, we’ve never done this before but we’re giving it a shot….we’re taking a vacation during the farming season! Granted, we’re going to cottage near the Indiana Dunes and it’s only for a Friday & Saturday night…BUT it’s a big … Continue reading →

It was a rainy harvest today, but very productive! Here’s what is in your box & a couple of ideas of how to use it: Red & Green Romaine LettuceGround Cherries – Pictured here, these are a sweet delicacy of … Continue reading →

Here’s what your box will include: Red & Green Romaine LettuceGreen PeppersBeetsHakeuri TurnipsBeauty Heart RadishesRussett PotatoesChardButternut SquashBroccoliGreens Beans (Haricot Vert or Romano/Italian Flat) It may include (depending on the downpour this afternoon):? – Chives? – Eggplant and/or Tomatillos

In your box this week, you’ll find: – Mixed heirloom cherry tomatoes (pictured here!) – Sweet corn – This is our last sweet corn of the season. Use it soon after you receive for maximum sweetness, or freeze to preserve … Continue reading →

In your box this week, you’ll find: French Fingerling Potatoes – Try this recipe for Perfect Fingerling Potatoes. It is a lot of salt, I have made it w/ less and it still works out. After a couple minutes on … Continue reading →

I can feel fall approaching. It’s the time of year we all change gears. The days are getting shorter, crop growth is beginning to slow and school has started (Owen, our oldest, started kindergarten last week and is taking the … Continue reading →