CSA 2013 - Week #2
The contents of the share may fluctuate through the week. Please check the newsletter here for an updated list.
In the Box
Spinach - 1 bunch
Red Romaine Lettuce - 1 head
Green Boston Lettuce - 1 head
Red Boston Lettuce - 1 head
Strawberries - 1 quart (Tuesday)
Swiss Chard - 1 bunch
Garlic Scapes - 1 bunch (Wednesday)
Notes from the Farmhouse Kitchen
I think it's salad time! If you don't have a good quality salad spinner, it's probably time to invest in one. You'll put it to good use all season long, I promise! This one is my favorite.
Tonight I made Grannie's French Swiss Chard (recipe below) for the little farmer and he was sold. It's a great way to get kids (of all ages) to love swiss chard. The "recipe" for Green Salad and vinaigrette is really worth a read if this is your first year as a member. It's a good primer on washing lettuce and the vinaigrette recipe is a great stand-by to use on all delicate greens - lettuce mix, arugula, spinach, etc. Please be sure to read Stephen's note on the strawberries (at right). Bon appetit!
- Maggie
This week's Recipes
Grannie's French Swiss Chard
Perfect Green Salad & Vinaigrette
News from the Farm
After having an up and down spring that included dry spells, cold spells and hot spells, we appear to be headed into a wet spell. It rained several inches late last week and we're going to have more, perhaps a lot more, early this week. Pick your own strawberries went well on Saturday, which thankfully turned out to be a beautiful late spring day despite Friday's rain, and we're hoping for an improvement in this week's weather by the weekend. Don't forget, our farm stand is open for strawberry picking on Fridays from 10am to 6pm and on Saturdays from 9am to 5pm. Please come if you can!
Speaking of strawberries, by the end of the day tomorrow (Tuesday), everyone should have received strawberries. We didn't quite have enough for our Tuesday groups last week, but they will receive some in their share tomorrow. There's nothing like opening the box and finding a quart of strawberries nestled among the greens (which are in ample supply this week!). But with that said, the rainy weather will probably make it difficult, if not impossible, to include strawberries in many of this week's boxes. BY THE END OF THE STRAWBERRY SEASON EVERYONE WILL RECEIVE THE SAME AMOUNT OF BERRIES. WE ARE CAREFUL TO KEEP TRACK OF WHAT GETS SENT OUT IN THE SHARES SO EVERYONE IS TREATED EQUALLY. Thanks for your understanding, as always, and please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Stay dry and enjoy this week's box! - Stephen
U-PICK STRAWBERRIES!
The weather forecast is calling for sunny skies on Friday & Saturday, so come join us for U-Pick berries!
FRIDAY, 10am-6pm
SATURDAY, 9am-5pm
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We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm
and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share.
+ FIND RECIPES
+ VEGETABLE INFO & STORAGE TIPS
+ READ MAGGIE'S FARM BLOG
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
CSA 2013 - Week #1
In the Box - Tuesday
Lettuce Mix - 1 bag (unwashed)
Salad Turnips - 1 bunch
Bok Choi - several pieces
Romaine Lettuce - 1 head
Arugula - 1 bunch
Red Kale - 1 bunch
Notes from the Farmhouse Kitchen
Don't forget to wash the Lettuce Mix before serving! The Salad Turnips are delicious sliced raw in salads or sprinkled with sea salt for a simple snack. And don't forget to eat the tops! Turnip tops are so delicious - simply saute with olive oil and garlic. They wilt down quickly - similar to spinach. Bok Choi is traditionally eaten in stir fries, but you may want to try the simple braising recipe below. Romaine Lettuce is perfect for a Caesar Salad and the Arugula is delicious as a salad or cooked in the (totally fabulous) recipe I share below. Finally, Red Kale is my favorite type of kale because of its sweet flavor and delicate leaf texture. (Galen agrees and eats it raw!) I prefer to eat this kale variety raw in a salad (see recipe below) or very gently steamed. I'll share my favorite ways to prep kale in an upcoming newsletter. I think this is enough to get you started for now! -Maggie
This week's Recipes
Braised Baby Bok Choi
Baked Eggs with Arugula, Yoghurt & Chili
Kale Salad with Garlic, Parmesan & Bread Crumbs
Welcome!
Welcome to the 2013 CSA Season! We're thrilled that you're joining us for another wonderful season of growing and eating and sharing the beautiful bounty from our farm fields. There are a few new faces around the farm this year! Farm manager Stephen Searl joined us in January and is now managing the CSA program (among a million other things!). And baby farmer Zinn, born on New Year's Eve, is already spending his days at the farm among the veggies with big brother Galen.
Your farmers Matt and James have been busy in the greenhouses and fields since early spring getting ready for this week's first harvest. As expected, the first few boxes of the season are heavy on the greens (which grow well in cool temps). These greens are extremely tender and are delicious eaten raw in salads - including the kale! Read my notes on the share for more cooking tips!
- Maggie (for Matt, James, Stephen, Galen, Zinn & the rest of the crew)
News from the Farm
I think it's safe to say that we've experienced nearly every kind of weather this spring - hot, cold, warm, cool, dry and wet. Thankfully we have not experienced any natural disasters, but there's no doubt that the weather has been a bit on the manic side this spring. We were irrigating in April, experiencing 30 degree nights in mid May, and, just a week ago, temperatures in the mid-90s! Despite the often drastic changes, we've had enough time within each block of weather pattern to adequately prepare, plant and now harvest. This week's share features a number of different kinds of leafy greens, as is typical for this time of year, and we are very excited to finally be sharing the vegetables that we have been tending for the past few months.
Please keep in mind that our farmstand (652 Peconic Bay Blvd, Jamesport) is open on Fridays from 10am to 6pm and on Saturdays from 9am to 5pm. In addition, we anticipate having Pick Your Own strawberries at the farm by this weekend (June 7th and 8th). And finally, don't forget that we're at the following farmers markets through the fall: Islip (Saturdays), Port Washington (Saturdays), and Huntington (Sunday). Please come see us! - Stephen
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm
and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share.
+ FIND RECIPES
+ VEGETABLE INFO & STORAGE TIPS
+ READ MAGGIE'S FARM BLOG
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
CSA 2013 - Pre-Week - May 30 & 31
What's in the Share
Lettuce Mix - 1 bag
Spinach - 1 bag
Mustard Mix - 1 bunch
Radishes - 1 bunch
Collards - 1 bunch
Chive Blossoms - 1 bunch
Oregano - 1 bunch
Toscano Kale - 1 bunch
This week's Recipes
Chive Flower ButterFlatbread with Radishes, Feta and Spring Herbs
Notes on the Share
Please note that this week's delivery for Thursday and Friday groups is a special early delivery to make up for the Thanksgiving conflict that will occur in November. So to avoid confusion, this will be considered the "Pre-Week" delivery and next week will be the official "CSA Week #1" delivery.
What a beautiful box we've put together for this week! Heavy on the greens, as you would expect this time of year. I will be serving much of these raw in salads this week - including the kale and collards! Perhaps a spinach risotto and some special chive blossom butter to enjoy on toast. What will you be making?
NOTE: The bagged lettuce and spinach is NOT WASHED! Please be sure to wash well before serving.
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm
and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share.
+ FIND RECIPES
+ VEGETABLE INFO & STORAGE TIPS
+ READ MAGGIE'S FARM BLOG
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
Winter '12-'13 - Week #5
Final '12-'13 Winter Share - Week of March 11, 2013
What's in the Share
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 8 lbs.
Rutabaga - 3.25 lbs.
Watermelon Radish - 3.5 lbs.
Beets - 3.5 lbs.
Carrots - 8 lbs.
Belgian Endive - 2 pieces
Collards (Tuesday only) - 0.4 lb. bag
Red or Toscano Kale (Thursday only) - 1/2 lb. bag
News from the Farm
Hard to believe this is the last winter share of the season. Thanks to all of you for being members of the winter share. As always, we love to hear from you and would like to know what you liked about this year's winter share and what could be improved. Please don't hesitate to contact us at info@goldenearthworm.com with feedback.
You'll notice that the share quantities are a little larger
this week. It's always tricky planting and planning for the right
amount, though it's always better to have too much rather than too
little. In this case we have a little too much, which is why you will
find slightly more produce in your last box. Also, it should be known
that any produce we have left over will be donated to local food
pantries.
In other news, the farm is starting to hum with activity again.
Greenhouse seeding has begun, 2013 membership applications are pouring
in, and we're scrabbling to get all of our administrative and repair
work done before spring is fully upon us. Please keep in mind that
there is still room to signup for our 2013 season, though certain pickup locations are starting to fill up.
Thank you again for participating this winter - we look forward to seeing you in the spring!
Upcoming Events and Activities
Don't forget to sign up for our 2013 season if you haven't already. Space is limited and we're starting to fill up! And don't forget about our pick your own organic strawberries. The season typically runs for a month starting in mid/late May. Check in with us again as strawberry season approaches.
We continue to support the recent founding of the Peconic Community School, a not-for-profit independent community school located in Riverhead. To this end, we wanted to let you know that the school is hosting an event called Create: An Arts & Crafts Fair on Saturday, April 27th from 10am to 5pm at the grounds of East End Arts Council in Riverhead. In addition, Peconic Community School is now accepting applications for its newly established Arts on the Farm Summer Camp at the Hallockville Museum Farm in Jamesport. This will be a 4 week summer camp for children ages 6 through 11 to give children the experience of connecting with the land, the community, and their creative spirits through an arts and farm based experiential summer camp. To learn more and to sign up please visit them at www.peconiccommunityschool.org or contact them at info@northforked.org
Store Your Veggies Properly!
We encourage you to click on a vegetable from the list above to find a full page of information about each crop. Be sure to follow the storage instructions carefully to maximize the life of your veggies. When stored properly at home, you can expect the roots to last you through the full 3 weeks between each winter share delivery.
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
This Week's Recipes
Hi everyone! While I've enjoyed sharing some of my favorite recipes from around the web this winter, I look forward to bringing you new ones from my farmhouse kitchen starting in June. See you at the farm this summer! xoMaggie
Curried Rutabaga SoupApple, Walnut and Endive Salad
Winter '12-'13 - Week #4
Winter Share - Week of February 18, 2013
What's in the Share
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 6 lbs.
Rutabaga - 3 lb.
Watermelon Radish - 3 lb.
Beets - 3 lbs.
Carrots - 5 lbs.
Sweet Potatoes - 5 lbs.
Collards or Red or Toscano Kale (Tuesday deliveries) - 1/2 lb. bag
Belgian Endive (Thursday deliveries)
News from the Farm
Kohlrabi Update
Store your veggies properly!
We encourage you to click on a vegetable from the list above to find a full page of information about each crop. Be sure to follow the storage instructions carefully to maximize the life of your veggies. When stored properly at home, you can expect the roots to last you through the full 3 weeks between each winter share delivery.
Connect with your Farm
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
This week's Recipes
Roasted Carrot SoupSimple Potato Gratin
Winter '12-'13 - Week #3
Winter Share - Week of January 28, 2013
What's in the Share
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 5 lbs.
Parsnips - 1 lb.
Rutabaga - 1 lb.
Watermelon Radish - 1 lb.
Beets - 2 lbs.
Kohlrabi - 2 lbs.
Carrots - 5 lbs.
Sweet Potatoes - 5 lbs.
Green Cabbage - 2 heads
May also include Belgian Endive
News from the Farm
In our last email we welcomed Zinn, who is now four weeks today, and growing cuter by the day! Today, we welcome Stephen Searl, our new Farm Manager. He comes from a family farm on the North Fork and most recently worked for Peconic Land Trust, a not for profit conservation organization that preserves farmland and open space. He will be managing the CSA program and post-harvest production, and will be involved in many other aspects of the business including production, marketing, and outreach. Stephen lives in Southold with his wife and two children.In other news, the bitter cold of last week kept the farm relatively quiet and kept us focused on indoor work. Despite the snow that continues to fall outside, this week looks warmer and wetter...
Something new...Belgian Endive!
You may receive Belgian Endive in your share this week, and if not this week, then in the next delivery.

Belgian Endive is a member of the chicory family and is a gourmet specialty prized by chefs. It starts out growing as a root crop in the fields during the summer. It is harvested in the fall and the tops are removed for storage. We then plant the roots in batches in shallow trays and allow them to force a head in complete darkness. (This is why the endive is white and pale yellow.) You can read more about the growing process of Belgian Endive here: http://kitchengardeners.org/growing-belgian-endive
We recommend savoring the endive raw in a salad with shaved parmesan cheese and a light vinaigrette. While most Belgian Endive is bitter and often cooked, ours is not, so we recommend trying it raw to best experience its delicate flavor and texture.
Store your veggies properly!
We encourage you to click on a vegetable from the list above to find a full page of information about each crop. Be sure to follow the storage instructions carefully to maximize the life of your veggies. When stored properly at home, you can expect the roots to last you through the full 3 weeks between each winter share delivery.
Connect with your Farm
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
This week's Recipes
Thyme Roasted Sweet PotatoesParsnip and Shallot Tart
Winter '12-'13 - Week #2
What's in the Share
The week of January 7, 2013
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 4 lb.
Parsnips - 1 lb.
Rutabaga - 1.5 lb.
Watermelon Radish - 1.5 lb.
Red Beets - 2 lb.
Carrots - 5 lb.
Sweet Potatoes - 5 lb.
Savoy Cabbage - 1 head
Green Cabbage - 1 head
News from the Farm
Zinn Gardner Kurek, 12/31/12 - 8lb 14oz - 22inConnect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Winter '12-'13 - Week #1
What's in the Share
The week of December 17, 2012
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 5 lb.
Rutabaga - 2 lb.
Watermelon Radish - 2 lb.
Kohlrabi - 1 lb.
Radicchio OR Escarole - 1 head
Carrots - 5 lb.
Sweet Potatoes - 5 lb.
Green Cabbage - 1 head
Baby Leeks - 4 pieces
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Roasted Watermelon Radish with Warm Shallot Vinaigrette
Savoy Cabbage with Ginger and Garlic
CSA 2012 - Week #26 - Final Week
What's in the Share
The week of November 26, 2012 - Final Week of the Season
The contents of the share fluctuate over the week. Please check back often for updates!
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Yellow Potatoes - 1 quart
Beets - 1 piece
Carrots - 2 lbs
Baby Sweet Potatoes - 4 lbs
Green Cabbage - 1 head
Notes on the Share
This is our final week of CSA for the 2012 season. If you want to make this week's share last you into the holiday season, you're in luck! They can all be stored well under the correct conditions. The Beets, Cabbage and Carrots can be stored in the fridge in a plastic bag for about a month. The Potatoes can be stored in a cool, dark place (not in the fridge) and the Sweet Potatoes should be kept in a cool (not cold) dark place.
News From the Farm
We've come to the end of another growing season here on the East End of Long Island. Overall, it was good season for us. The warm, dry summer was just what our crops needed, and we lost very little to disease (like in past rainy years). We want to thank you for your membership this season and we hope you will join us again in 2013. We will be sending out a notice as soon as our renewal application is available on our website in the next few weeks. Have a very happy and healthy Holiday Season! - Maggie, Matt, James & Galen
Winter CSA Shares STILL AVAILABLE! - We have winter share pick-ups in Jamesport and Port Washington. Click here to sign up!
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Braised Cabbage with Caraway
Roasted Beets - courtesy of Ina Garten
CSA 2012 - Week #25
What's in the Share
The week of November 19, 2012 - THANKSGIVING WEEK
The contents of the share fluctuate over the week. Please check back often for updates!
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Potatoes - White or Russet Variety (both excellent for mashing) - 3 lbs
Broccoli - 1 piece
Carrots - 2.75 lbs
Sweet Potatoes - 4 lbs
Rutabaga - 1 large or 2 small pieces
Radicchio -OR- Savoy Cabbage - 1 head
Romanesco Broccoli -OR- Cauliflower -OR- Surprise Item!
THE FRUIT SHARE HAS ENDED.
Notes on the Share
Our annual Thanksgiving box includes Potatoes (excellent varieties for mashing), Rutabaga (also delicious mashed), Carrots to roast (see receipe below), Sweet Potatoes to mash or roast, but also yummy in a pie (see recipe below). Broccoli, Romanesco Broccoli, and Cauliflower are great just lightly steamed, and Radicchio or Savoy Cabbage would be perfect raw in a salad.
News From the Farm
Thanksgiving is here! We wish you and your families a wonderful holiday! Don't forget that there will be one more week of deliveries after this week. And stay tuned for more information about renewing your CSA membership for the 2013 season. Bon Appetit! - Maggie, Matt, James & Galen
Winter CSA Shares - We have winter share pick-ups in Jamesport and Port Washington. Click here to sign up!
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Pureed Rutabaga with Pan-Fried Leeks
Sweet Potato Pie
Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots
CSA Week #24
What's in the Share
The week of November 12, 2012
The contents of the share fluctuate over the week. Please check back often for updates!
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Leeks - 1 bunch
Watermelon Radish - 1 piece
Green Kale - 1 bunch
Russet Potatoes - 3 lbs.
Cabbage - 1 large head
Broccoli - 2 pieces
Baby Carrots - 1 bunch
THE FRUIT SHARE HAS ENDED.
Notes on the Share
Leeks are delicious in soups or braised on their own (see recipe below). Watermelon Radish can be sliced raw in a salad or roasted to bring out their meaty flavor. Green Kale is great in hearty fall soups, Russet Potatoes are the perfect variety to bake in the oven, and Cabbage and Broccoli are stars of the fall harvest. Finallly, tender Baby Carrots to snack on raw or roasted in the oven to bring out their sweetness.
News From the Farm
Our work is slowing down now that the season's end is in sight. There are still a lot of storage crops to harvest for the winter shares, including carrots, beets, rutabaga and endive. A soon as a crop is harvested, we're clearing the fields and planting cover crops. These will reduce erosion over the winter and fix nitrogen in the soil so the fields will be in excellent shape for planting into next spring.
Winter CSA Shares - We have winter share pick-ups in Jamesport and Port Washington. Click here to sign up!
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Kale and Chickpea Soup
Braised Leeks with Lemon
CSA 2012 - Week #23
What's in the Share
The week of November 5, 2012
The contents of the share fluctuate over the week. Please check back often for updates!
Click on a crop below to view more information, cooking tips and recipes...
Sweet Potatoes - 4 lbs
Rutabaga - 1 piece
Radicchio - 1 head
Salad Turnips -OR- Kohlrabi - 1 bunch/piece
Cauliflower -OR- Savoy Cabbage - 1 head
Bok Choi - 2 pieces (ONLY FOR Wednesday deliveries - it froze on Wednesday night!)
Broccoli - 2 pieces
Beets -OR- Carrots - 1 bunch
FRUIT SHARE - LONG ISLAND SITES (This week is the final week of the fruit share!)
Tuesday - TBD
Wednesday - TBD
Thursday/Friday - TBD
Notes on the Share
A lovely fall box of produce this week. We tried to include many items which don't need to be cooked, just in case you're still without electricity or cooking facilities. The sweet potatoes will store, but they should not be left outside in cold temperatures. Most other items can be left outside if you don't have electricity to keep them in your fridge.
News From the Farm
The farm is doing well after the storm. No damage to report. Our best wishes go out to members who suffered loss and damage from the storm.
Winter CSA Shares - We have winter share pick-ups in Jamesport and Port Washington. Click here to sign up!
Connect with your Farm
We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our farm and the wonderful things you can do with your weekly share. Check out our BLOG with pictures and videos of our farming practices! Or find RECIPES and join the community on our FACEBOOK page!
If you have questions or concerns about your share, please do not hesitate to contact us. That is one of the benefits of knowing where your food comes from! Your farmers are happy to hear from you at info@goldenearthworm.com at any time, for any reason.
THIS WEEK'S RECIPES
Rutabaga Oven Fries
Braised Bok Choi
Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes