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Fresh and Local Produce Oct 26th - Nov 1st

Posted by Patrick Kouba on Tue, Oct 25, 2011 @ 12:14 PM
 
snow goose arugula
Arugula 4oz Bags from Snow Goose Farms – a very tender and slightly spicy, peppery green that does very well in un-heated hoophouse conditions this time of year. Wonderful fresh in salads or on sandwiches or tacos, or folded into an omelet. In Italy arugula is popular in Panini sandwiches or cut into little ribbons (chiffonade) & heaped on pizza after it comes out of the oven. Store in plastic in the fridge & use up within a few days.
 local organic sweet potatoes
Sweet Potatoes/Yams from Keewaydin & Harmony Valley – being a somewhat challenging heat-loving crop to grow in our Northern climate just makes local sweet potatoes that much sweeter! Sweet potatoes are related neither to true yams (although they are commonly called a yam) or potatoes, but morning glories.  Try them baked whole, cut up & tossed in oil & roasted, or simmered in soups, chilis, or curries. Store on the counter for a couple weeks or in a cool (not cold), dark, well ventilated place for longer.
local fennel
Fennel from New Traditions – a member of the very large Umbellifereae family with parsnips, carrots, & parsley.  The whole plant is edible – bulb, stem, leaf, & seed - & high in vitamin C & potassium.  Commonly used in Italian dishes, the sweet anise-like flavor of fennel lends itself well to Asian dishes as well.  Also delicious raw in salads or on veggie platters, or cooked in stock, soup, stir-fries, sautés, & gratins.  Store in plastic in the fridge & use up within a few days.
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