We’re starting out this season with shares that are a little larger than expected and the early veggies are looking great right now. This winter was the warmest on record, especially the latter part, which is when we’re starting to plant for spring and it’s really showing. Part of the joy of CSA is having a direct connection to the seasons and the land where the vegetables are grown. For CSA members who have been with us for a while now, you’re getting to see the ground improve, and experience the little differences in weather from year to year through the produce you’re eating. Right now the harvests are bountiful and so we’re sharing that bounty with you by putting a little extra in the shares. Lets hope things continue to look this good, we’ll just have to wait and see how the weather and soil treats the coming crops, but that’s part of the joy of eating seasonally.
| A few notes for this week: Chicories Each share has one of two varieties...either Cornet de Bordeaux Escarole or Bellesque Frisee. Similar to lettuce, both are great in salads, roasted or blanched. During the cold winter months the bitter flavor of these greens is tempered but with all the warm weather they do lend to the bitter side. If you want to sweeten them up a good trick is to soak them in ice water for 10-30 minutes. I love them with a simple vinagrette. Josh wrote a great article about how to use chicories here. Pink Beauty Radishes These gorgeous radishes are a little on the big side but absolutely delicious. They may not store well so eat them while they are fresh! Great in a sald, with hummus or my favorite...on a piece of toast with butter and salt! Until next week, Jen |  |
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