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Lettuce and other greens are growing well in our district. Order up some greens & support your local growers!
Tear lettuce leaves toss with other greens, herbs such as chives, thyme and scallions for a fresh green salad! Dress with the following Balsamic Vinaigrette: sprigs of oregano & thyme, 1 Cup Olive oil, 1/4 C Balsamic vinegar, mix & season with salt & pepper!
Our market will reopen for orders Thursday at noon giving our farmers a chance to update their inventory! Take a look and plan a local meal day!
Alyson's Orchard has been in full bloom with its variety of heirloom apple trees.
Do you know an area farmer? Take a moment to visit our Market Home page and visit one virtually!
The flower of the apple tree is what will become the fruit. Pollination and weather are two variables important to the fruiting tree.
It is a busy time for your local farmers. They are working long, hard days. Be patient when meeting a slow moving tractor on the road.
Look for the Sauteed Red Chard Recipe under the Featured Inventory!
FEATURE INVENTORY Organic Red Chard
Fresh, sauteed Swiss Chard!
Try this Recipe:
2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil,1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/2 small red onion, diced, 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems and center ribs cut out and chopped together, leaves coarsely chopped separately, 1/2 cup dry white wine,1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste (optional)
Melt butter and olive oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic and onion, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chard stems and the white wine. Simmer until the stems begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chard leaves, and cook until wilted. Finally, stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese; season to taste with salt if needed.
Vendor: Old Athens Farm
Unit: 6 bunches
Price: 12.35
Weight: 3.00
Feature Sponsor
Neighbor Made
Neighbor Made is our Keene aggregation location for our farmers in the southeast part of our county. They have been wonderful to work with and crucial to the development of this program.