Pickled Green Beans
I had several people tell me they have a lot of beans and aren’t sure what to do with them. Whenever you are in doubt as to what to do with something, my fall back is always pickling. I love pickled vegetables as a snack, and adding interesting pickled vegetables to a relish tray takes it to…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012 – Week 7
Week 7 Summer CSA Package Sweet corn is here, more apricots, and whole wheat linguini July 17, 2012 For anyone who came to the Taste of Tremont, you know it is time for corn. My staff grilled up almost 1,800 ears of corn in under 8 hrs…on charcoal….with an inch and a half of rain…
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Week 6 Summer CSA Package Chickens, blueberries, apricots, cabbage, and more July 9, 2012 Thankfully this week is looking a little cooler! Man that heat was tough on my crew, the farmers working in the fields, and the produce. Anyhow, this week we are going to feature whole chickens. Last week, oh about 3% of…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012- Week 5
This week we have a very special bag. Our second batch of chickens are arriving and they look great. We also have a good selection of pork roasts from our pasture raised, Berkshire hogs. For those of you who missed our Chicken 101 Workshops with Parker Bosley, you may want to check out this blog…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012 – Week 5
Week 5 Summer CSA Package Chicken or Pork, Peaches, Beets, and Onions July 2, 2012 This week we have a very special bag. Our second batch of chickens are arriving and they look great. We also have a good selection of pork roasts from our pasture raised, Berkshire hogs. For those of you who missed…
Read MorePeaches and more…
This week starts off the tree fruits. Anyone who was a member last year remembers our fantastic supply of apricots, peaches, plums and cherries. Last year was a warm spring with lots of heavy rains. This is always good for tree crops, but bad for a lot of other produce. This year was a complete…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012- Week 4
The first of the season’s tree fruits and raspberries… This week’s package, although somewhat a mismatch of items, does include some very exciting items. First, fruits. This is the part of the season where things finally quit being so….green. I know, you are all sighing relief right now. That’s just how Ohio is though! I…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012 – Week 4
Week 4 Summer CSA Package The first of the season’s tree fruits and raspberries June 25, 2012 Greetings! This week’s package, although somewhat a mismatch of items, does include some very exciting items. First, fruits. This is the part of the season where things finally quit being so….green. I know, you are all sighing relief…
Read MoreMake the Most of Berry Season
When you get your berries home, prepare a mixture of one part vinegar (white or apple cider probably work best) and ten parts water. Dump the berries into the mixture and swirl around. Drain, rinse if you want (though the mixture is so diluted you can’t taste the vinegar,) and pop in the fridge. The…
Read MoreSummer Share 2012 – Week 3
Week 3 Summer CSA Package Delicious Berkshire Pork Chops, Spelt Berries, Eggs, Beets, and More June 19, 2012 This week’s package is one that gets my veteran customers quite excited. Thick cut, boneless Berkshire pork chops! I’m really excited about this product this year as well. I spend all winter working with the farmers on…
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