2022 CSA Farm Update: Week 3
Welcome to week 3 of the Katchkie Farm CSA. The weather stayed dry this past week, ending with summertime temperatures in the mid 90s. It is not exactly lettuce weather, but those summer tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and melons are loving every minute of it.
In this week’s share you will find chamomile, which is not so common of an herb to find in a CSA share. In fact, in the 15+ years I have been involved in agriculture, not once have I seen or given chamomile in a CSA share. Of course, that is not to say it has never been done. The old adage “there is nothing new under the sun” more than likely rings true. This is such a special crop, we could not resist sharing it with our CSA. On the farm we grow a special variety of German Chamomile that has a slightly higher oil content which makes it ever so fragrant. Just a few flowers added to any dish or beverage is all that is needed to add its floral qualities.
My favorite use of chamomile is to make a tea with it. At the end of a long summer day, there is nothing like a glass of cold chamomile tea to calm the senses. I am not sure about all children, but mine seem to be immune to the calming nature the plant! That does not mean that you should not give it a try. Be brave this week and explore the possibilities of its flavors, you never know what may be created.
Until next time,
Farmer Jon
WEEKLY HARVEST INCLUDES*
*We try our best to provide the most accurate CSA list in the newsletter! However, there’s always a chance of last minute substitutions in some bags if we don’t harvest enough of a vegetable.
DELICIOUS RECIPES TO TRY
Emilia Sochovka, MS, RDN, CPT, has developed a number of healthy recipes featuring vegetables for Embrace: Wellness, or health and lifestyle site. You'll be sure to enjoy her Moroccan Spiced Carrots and many of the other recipes on the site.
Looking for more inspiration? Check out some of the recipes featured on our website!
Using both dill and carrots, Rachel's Famous Multigenerational Coleslaw is a sure hit for your Fourth of July BBQ!
Keep things vegan with this recipe for Roasted Cabbage Steaks from Hudson Valley Harvest.
Create a salad with your CSA bag and top it with this delicious Carrot Ginger Dressing
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Share your recipes and dishes with us via email or on Instagram! Make sure to tag @katchkiefarm and use the hashtag #KatchkieFarmCSA - we can't wait to see and share what you've made!
CSA Member Lydia recommends this recipe for Garlic Scapes Compound Butter: in a food processor, add 1 cup chopped scapes, 1 cup softened butter, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, and salt and process until smooth. Roll into a log on parchment paper, wrap, and refrigerate or freeze for up to 3 months.
From Lydia, "Best part is you can enjoy your scapes in more recipes over a longer period of time: garlic buttered noodles and rice, as a spread on breads, added vegetables, etc."
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Garlic scape and tofu lettuce cups - oven-fried tofu mixed with sauteed garlic scapes, peanuts, and chili in a spicy, tangy sauce.