Greetings from Sweetland
Last night’s rain was a welcome drink for the plants, and now with the grass up to Fern’s armpits and a string of sunny days in the forecast we are ready to start haying. (Hence this late newsletter!) As we turn the corner into June the farm pace ratchets up — with plants going into the ground lickety split, weeds popping up like crazy, the harvest quantity increasing, and hay to mow, ted, rake, bale, and stack in the barn. I’d like to give a big shout-out to our farm crew this week as they gear up for a busy month ahead! We are so lucky to have this crack crew of dedicated farmers on our team. Each day I hear shouts of laughter emanating from the transplanter, witness acts of kindness and support on hot and rainy days alike, and see nods of understanding when I warn that it’s going to be a busy day of chores. So, many thanks this week (and always) to Emily, Zach, Cory, Dale, Kemor, Nataniel, Shelagh, Steve, Nathan, Mia, Kim, Chris, Fern, and all the other helpers.
Cheers
Norah
Week 3 Harvest
Half Pint
Baby Kale, .25 lb or Mesclun mix, .25 lb
Asparagus, .75 lb
Hakurei Salad Turnips, small bunch
Radishes, small bunch
Brimming Basket
Baby Kale, .35 lb or Mesclun mix, .35 lb
Asparagus, 1 lb
Hakurei Salad Turnips, small bunch
Radishes, medium bunch
Veggie Monster
Baby Kale, .5 lb
Mesclun mix, .55 lb
Asparagus, 1.5 lb
Hakurei Salad Turnips, large bunch
Radishes, large bunch
What’s Cooking This Week (and pairing suggestions from our store!)
You can find ingredients for all of these recipes in our farm store! We source meats, dairy, grains, beans, sweets, and more from local and sustainable producers. Don’t forget to use your CSA member discount!
- Baby Kale (or Mesclun) Salad with Lemon, Parmesan & Crispy Roasted Chickpeas goes great with grilled Sweetland chicken or pork chops
- Grilled Asparagus with baked halibut
- Pan Fried Japanese Turnips (I love to add some diced dried apricot to this)
- Sauteed Radishes with Radish Greens Pesto Pasta