CSA
CSA 2011 – Week 1
I am so happy to report that CSA season in Wisconsin has started. Even if it’s the summer solstice day and the sun didn’t even show. Even though it’s in the 60s outside. Even though I’m still wearing sweaters. CSA season is here. And we are thrilled. As you might remember, we did a crop … Continue reading
Date night in
A date night in was long overdue. So, I headed to the grocery store, grabbed the makings for a cute dinner for just the two of us. And I cooked. Bleu cheese and bacon stuffed tenderloin (thank you meat department at Festival Foods), roasted garlic potatoes, fresh bread. Even a salad and a bottle of … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Sneak Peek
Honey Ice Cream What you’ll need: 2 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup honey 6 egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla Heat milk, cream and vanilla to 170 degrees (or until lightly boiling). Beat egg yolks and mix with honey. While stirring, add honey and egg mixture to cream mixture. Remove from heat, … Continue reading
A day at the farm
The farm we did our crop share through graciously opened its gates this afternoon to let all the CSA participants in. Not only did we get a tour of the farm, but we were set loose to pick whatever we wanted free of charge. It was a great gesture. Plus, it’s a way for them … Continue reading
CSA update
Last night I made a fantastic little dinner; the ingredients came mostly from our CSA box. Potatoes, a few kinds of peppers, a sweet onion and some Andouille sausage. I cooked it slow until the potatoes were crunchy and golden. In all honesty, that’s my kind of dinner. Nothing fancy, just topped with hot sauce. … Continue reading
CSA fail
Last week, we all out forgot to pick up our CSA box. I know, right…who are we? Wednesday came. And went. I don’t think we even noticed until Thursday afternoon. So there you have it, life is busy. I’m hoping to get back on track this week.
Apple, bacon and cheddar cheese panini
Yep, as simple as it sounds. Plus, pleasing to the taste buds.
