Farm Happenings for July 21, 2022

Hello Members - We made it through the first week - and I have to thank you first for your membership and support of the Farm and Food Bank -and second -  thank you for working through all the first couple of weeks issues that always occur - packing error - box not delivered - biweekly schedule - to name a few - for the most part I think packing and delivery went very well for the first week - and a big shout out to all our site coordinators who provide such a great service at their site - Thank you!

Dakion Radish is shown above and will be available this week -   a root vegetable similar in shape to a large carrot with a flavor that's similar to a mild red radish - served in a stir-fry, but you can also eat them raw for a crunchy bite. Sliced daikon is a great way to add unique flavor and texture to noodles, salads and veggie-based side dishes.

You are receiving your customization email today and have the weekend to choose what you want to receive in your share next week July 21 - you may keep what is in your share based upon the preferences you made when you signed up - or you may swap items  - or you may purchase additional items  - the deadline is Monday July 18 at 10 am to make your selections  - Thank you!

 New vegetables this week for you to try -

Patty Pan Squash

Much like zucchini, patty pan is a type of summer squash that's meant to be enjoyed while the skin is still soft and thin so there's no need to peel it. Its flying saucer-like shape is very distinctive and the scalloped edges of the fruits are the genesis of its other common name - the scallopini squash

  They're very similar to zucchini but a tiny bit sweeter.

1. Grilled with Garlic:

Their thin skin is edible so no need to peel. By far the fastest way to cook them is on the grill.

• Cut into fours. Add salt, olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves and some black pepper.
• When the grill is ready (med-low heat), place your pattypan squash on it and slightly brown on both sides. “If you’re flippin, it ain't cookin.”

2. Sautéed pattypan squash.

Sautéeing is a great option for when the weather is not great or when you want hot veggies spiced with your favourite flavours.

• Dice them (no need to peel, the skin is edible). In a medium saucepan, combine squash, a tbsp of olive oil, finely minced garlic cloves, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook for a few minutes until golden brown and serve.

 Pointed Cabbage

A pointed cabbage has a mild flavor and tender texture - it is good for salads, steamed, stir fry

Recipe for you -

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter, or more to taste 
   
• 1 shallot, chopped
   
• 1 whole pointed cabbage, cut in fine strips
   
• ½ cup vegetable broth
   
• 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
   
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
   
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or more to taste

• Directions

  Instructions Checklist

  • Step 1

    Melt butter in a pot and saute shallot until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add pointed cabbage, stir, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and season with brown sugar, salt, and pepper.

  • Step 2

    Cover pot and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Season with balsamic vinegar.

    Kohlrabi

    Kohlrabi, also called German turnip, is a biennial vegetable, a low, stout cultivar of wild cabbage. It is another cultivar of the same species as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, Savoy cabbage. It can be eaten raw or cooked. What does a kohlrabi taste like?

     

    Thank you for your patience with us for the first couple of weeks till we we work out all the details - one place that may happen in on the packing line - a packing error - if this occurs and you are missing a vegetable - please contact me and we will issue a credit on your Harive Balance which you may use for future deliveries.   If you have a matter that needs addressing or a question arises - please contact me,  Bob at bobb@regionalfoodbank.net  Thank you!

    We recycle our share boxes - please return them each week - the following sites do not allow returns - Mercy Auditorium - Krause Center - Life Works Cmmty Action - for members at these sites - we would greatly appreciate that you save your boxes and when you have a stack drop them off at the Food Bank - Thank you for your help!!!

    We are still very much in need of volunteers to help us at the Farm - we experience significantly low numbers of volunteers in the Summer  - if you are considering volunteering at the Farm - you may visit our website www.regionalfoodbank.net  and choose Volutneer at the Farm or contact one of our farmers - Brandon to learn more details about the opportunities available - brandonm@regionalfoodbank.net  Thank you!

    Hope you are enjoying your veggies and Hope you have a very enjoyable weekend - We appreciate your support!!!

    Very Best, Bob