Archive for 2012

Mediterranean Squash Braise

Mediterranean Squash Braise 2 Tbsp butter (can sub olive oil, but the butter does something amazing to the flavor of the squash) 1/2 C chopped onion 3 C squash cut into 1″ chunks. The light green, not the dark green zucchini. 3 peeled, diced tomatoes (frozen fresh, […]

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Balsamic Green Bean Salad

Balsamic Green Bean Salad 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 large red onion, chopped 4 […]

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Ratatouille

Ratatouille ¼ c olive oil 2 medium onions, quartered 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 peppers, any color 1 medium eggplant 4 cups fresh tomatoes 2 medium summer squash or zucchini 1 T fresh chopped basil 1 T fresh chopped oregano 1 T fresh chopped parsley Salt and […]

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Cucumber-Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Cucumber-Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes 24 cherry tomatoes 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/4 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion 2 teaspoons minced fresh dill Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard […]

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July 22nd Update from the Gardens

Greetings from the Gardens, We’ve had a pleasant reprieve from continual watering, thanks to 1.3” rain (not that we’re counting). But watering will continue. Tomatoes are starting and the pick quantities will increase. Watch for changes on the pick lists in the Taj. In anticipation of better […]

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Now Accepting Sign Ups for Mid-Season Shares

A limited number of mid-season shares are available for reservation. A mid-season share allows you to experience the CSA and see the gardens before committing to next year’s CSA or U-Pick season. Choose 10 weekly shares or 5 at every other week. Starts July 18th. Pick up […]

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June 24th Update from the Gardens

Greetings from the Gardens, It’s been another good week, in spite of lots of watering and hoping for rain.  We’ve taken asparagus off the pick list.  The plants need to grow fern tops to feed the roots so that we can again get a crop next year.  […]

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