by admin | Jul 11, 2025 | Kousa, Patty Pan, Summer Squash, Uncategorized, Zucchini
Farmer Dave’s grows many types of summer squash. All should be treated in a similar manner. Store Zucchini as dry as possible. Wipe any moisture off and do not wash until ready to use. Store zucchini and other summer squash in a loosely open plastic or paper bag in...
by admin | Jul 9, 2025 | Radish, Uncategorized
This salsa is quicker to chop in a food processor but it can totally be done by hand. 8-10 Radish with their stems trimmed 1 clove of garlic smashed with the back of a knife and finely minced 1 jalapeno with ribs and seeds removed – if this is too hot 1/2 of a...
by admin | Jul 9, 2025 | Garlic Scapes, Uncategorized
Garlic Scapes Garlic scapes are thin, curly stems that emerge from the garlic plant in late spring and will eventually produce a flower. The scapes are cut out of the plant allowing the energy to go into the bulb and not the flower. The scapes taste just like garlic...
by admin | Jul 9, 2025 | Beet Greens, Boc Choi, Broccoli Raab, Kai Lan, Kale, Lettuce, Mei Qing Choi, Rosy Pac Choi, Spigariello, Spinach, Tatsoi, Tokyo Bekana, Uncategorized
When you unpack your greens at home from your share, treat them right and they will last you the week. I highly recommend a salad spinner to rinse and clean your produce. It makes processing your share easier. Two schools of thought: 1) I have no time to prep tonight,...
by admin | Jul 9, 2025 | Rhubarb
Store Rhubarb in the refrigerator. Wrap either unwashed stems or washed and thoroughly dried stems in a paper towel and place in a loosely closed plastic bag. Store in the crisper. Change out the paper towel as needed. Rhubarb can also be cut into pieces and put...
by admin | Jul 9, 2025 | Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries
Berries Rinse/Soak your berries. Let them drain then spread them out on a paper towel lined sheet tray to dry. Berries should be completely dry before storing. Raspberries, blackberries and black raspberries take a little longer because of all their crevices. Gently...
by admin | Jun 27, 2025 | Dressings and Vinaigrettes, Uncategorized
Thousand Island Dressing Mayonnaise – 1 cup Chili Sauce – 1/4 cup Sweet pickle relish – 2 tablespoonfuls Finely chopped red bell pepper and onion – 2 tablespoonful (I add double the amount of red bell pepper) Worcestershire sauce or prepared...
by admin | Jun 26, 2025 | Dressings and Vinaigrettes, Uncategorized
Italian Vinaigrette This recipe is a classic and so easy. It is made right in a canning jar. 1 cup of olive oil 1/3 cup of a good red wine vinegar – don’t go for the cheap stuff here 1/4 cup of finely chopped shallots 2 tablespoonfuls of chopped basil...
by admin | Jun 26, 2025 | Dressings and Vinaigrettes, Uncategorized
Blue Cheese Dressing The nice thing about this recipe is you can change the outcome depending on the blue cheese you choose. From mild to funky and pungent, blue cheese is available in a range. This recipe makes a small amount so find your favorite. Whisk in a small...
by admin | Jun 26, 2025 | Dressings and Vinaigrettes, Raspberries, Strawberries
Berry Balsamic Vinaigrette 1 and 1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries and/or raspberries 1/4 cup of olive oil 2 tablespoonfuls of white balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoonful of honey 1/4 teaspoonful of salt and of pepper. Place in a blender and process until smooth. Store...
