Tuesday 23 August 2016

FFF CSA - Week 9/12 - What's in the Box? - Squash of the season after autumn variety...

Squash.... one of the most varied and versatile crops in on our farm! As Week #9 of our CSA share comes round, we are seeing all varieties of squash maturing. Squash varieties are typically separated into two types or categories - summer and well... I hate to say it but well... that season that happens after autumn, starts with a 'w' and sticks around like an uninvited guest, you know the one. 

Anyway, suffice to say, there are two categories... Zucchini and pattypan squash are two summer squash that you have already enjoyed (or are sick of). The other variety.... ok, I'll say it straight, winter squash can include acorn, butternut, spaghetti, turban, and pumpkins! Over the next few weeks you will be getting all of these varieties. 

Winter squashes can be prepared in so many different ways.. Roasted, boiled, mashed, stuffed made into soups, sauces or fries - they are very versatile. I have made a faux cheese pasta sauce out of butternut squash that fooled my children! Of course spaghetti squash produces wonderful stringy noodles that can be used in place of traditional wheat noodles as well! Roasted squash, mashed and mixed with quinoa and black bean along with spices and breadcrumbs makes a great burger too! Mr. Google has oodles of more specific information and recipes, but the key to enjoying squash is being open to trying new things! 



So... What's in the Box this week?
  • Swiss Chard
  • Lettuce
  • Beets
  • Baby carrots
  • Zucchini
  • Cucumbers                   (regular and armenian)
  • Potatoes
  • Peppers 
  • Squash - pattypan, acorn and/or turban
  • Apples 
  • Tomatoes
  • Beans (fulls only)
  • Onions
  • Herbs in a cup - oregano, parsley, chives, basil

Note: We do rinse the produce but it would be prudent to wash all vegetables when you get them home. Keeping the herbs (ends) in a cup of clean water will keep them fresh longer. (unless of course, you are drying them for storage later.)


Reminder: Please return your empty box along with all re-usable containers (ice cream pails, plastic containers, etc) so that we can reuse them all over again. 


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