Broccoli Quiche
Hello again, worthy blog readers.
All is well here at Harvest Kitchen and in our wider local food community. I’ve been asking around for farm anecdotes, and here’s what I’ve got:
Kenny from Frog Holler Farmsays that things are very quiet at his farm–the biggest excitement of the week is when he and his brothers head into Chelsea for bowling….and maybe when they watch Downton Abbey with their mom (really!). They are beginning to gear up
Luscious carrots
for next summer, making seed orders and planning what to seed in different fields. Kenny and I had a nice chat about what people are looking for when they sign up for a CSA like Frog Holler or subscription program like HK–the take-home message is: we are here to serve you (lots of kale)!
N African Vegetable Stew
I also caught up with Intern Gary from Tantre Farm. It sounds like farming is pretty quiet at Tantre also, but that the interns and farmers are keeping busy working at the new Washtenaw County Food Hub. This new property is full of potential, but needs some cleaning up–they’ve installed a new floor and done tons of trash-clearing and painting in the house and out buildings. Gary and I agreed that as well as being the cutting edge for our local food system, the Hub has great potential to be the site of awesome Hootenany (how DO you spell that?) parties! Actually, the Hub may be keeping the farmers at Tantre from getting their “real” work done in a timely fashion–Farmer Richard confided that last week’s kale harvest (used in the Green Quinoa Salad) was picked in the dark!
Not much new to report at the Harvest Kitchen, so I’ll move directly into this week’s menu!
Omnivore
Mac and Cheese!
Beef Groundnut Stew – A long-time Harvest Kitchen favorite, this hearty African-style stew features peanuts (groundnuts) along with Mclaughlin beef, veggies, and lots of flavor. Perfect when served with our cous cous.
Turkey Mole Enchiladas – Fresh tortillas from The Tortilla Factory baked with our turkey enchilada filling, homemade mole sauce, and of course, plenty of cheese.
Vegetable Barley Soup – This hearty soup is perfect for a wintery day. The name says it all: savory vegetables pair perfectly with hearty barley. A meal in a dish.
Fancy Cous Cous – Delicious organic cous cous studded with currants, veggies, and full of flavor. The perfect side dish with our Groundnut Stew or on its own.
Spinach Salad with House Dressing – Fresh greens make their triumphant return with a crisp, fresh salad. Eat up!
Vegetarian
Vegetarian Groundnut Stew – A long-time Harvest Kitchen favorite, this hearty African-style stew features peanuts (groundnuts) along with winter squash, our fresh-frozen tomatoes, green beans, and so much more. Perfect when served with our cous cous. Single serving.
Black Bean Enchiladas – Fresh tortillas from The Tortilla Factory baked with our delicious black bean enchilada filling, and of course, plenty of cheese.
Vegetable Barley Soup – This hearty soup is perfect for a wintery day. The name says it all: savory vegetables pair perfectly with hearty barley. A meal in a dish.
Fancy Cous Cous – Delicious organic cous cous studded with currants, veggies, and full of flavor. The perfect side dish with our Groundnut Stew or on its own.
Spinach Salad with House Dressing – Fresh greens make their triumphant return with a crisp, fresh salad. Eat up!
See you this week!
Mary
