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Today is our last CSA delivery of the 2017 farm season. Bittersweet is an understatement, but we’re pretty darn happy with our last CSA haul of the season. This final week folks are receiving a wide variety of veggies but for some reason I wanted to highlight the salad turnips (which they’ve received a million times […]

With winter out of the way, one vegetable I’ve been seeing in abundance at Bay Area farmers markets is the sputnik-like vegetable with the funny name, kohlrabi. Eaten raw, it’s fresh, crisp, and the ideal ingredient for a summer slaw. This kohlrabi slaw is actually one of my favorite summer recipes. Quick and easy to make, it’s a nice cool side dish to eat after a long, warm day of working in the garden, or at a sunny picnic under flowering fruit trees.

We had a wonderful Memorial Day BBQ this year, but right in the middle of the festivities I realized that we had run out of pickles!...

Cooking with the borage plant, in several recipes for the cucumber-flavored herb: soup, ravioli, salad, and a borage chimichuhrri.

Consider eggplant noodles a short-and-sweet introduction to eggplant. These noodles don’t require a spiralizer, they don’t need to be salted (as some would argue all eggplant does), and they cook quickly. They also utilize one of eggplants often bemoaned qualities — they are incredibly absorbent. These noodles will soak up any sauce they are tossed with, becoming even more flavorful.

1.Salad. Wash and chop the salad into bite size pieces. Mix with lettuce or any greens for salad. Try spinach and arugula , or even by itself . 2.Pasta. Even Asian greens can be tossed with pasta and fresh parmesan. Our friend Emma &nb

Cook up a storm this week with these recipes right from Rachael.

As the end of my CSA is approaching for the year, I realize all the different recipes I’ve been making with all my produce; yet didn’t get to share much of it in here. As I find that ha…

Kohlrabi Fries

This refreshing recipe is a new take on apple slaw. This delicious kohlrabi apple slaw is mayo-free and rich. The walnuts and vinegar add excellent depth.

So spicy, Emeril would have to find a different word than BAM.....

A fresh and easy alternative to the old cabbage based slaw. Plus you get to use this freaky alien turnip!

Sage and walnuts make for an autumnal version of pesto, and the fried sage leaves have the texture on a light potato chip.

Some evidence suggests that humans have been fermenting food and beverages for over 13, 000 years! This ancient method of food preservation uses naturally occurring bacteria that create acids to prevent spoilage and give fermented foods their sour flavor. Even though most of us now have access to other food preservation methods like canning or just

Though the beets take time to roast, that is the only cooking this wholesome recipe requires. You can put them in the oven, leave them, and come back when ready to assemble the salad, which takes only a few minutes.

These 10 napa cabbage recipes go way beyond coleslaw.

Searing escarole brings out its light bitter flavor. Sweet honey and creamy, salty feta cheese complement that bitterness and turn this plain leafy green into a restaurant-worthy appetizer.

One of the risks of a CSA is that you will get items you don't know. I know many people say they don't want to join a CSA for this reason....

This timeless quiche with leeks, bacon, and Gruyère makes for a decadent meal any time of day. Prepare it ahead and simply reheat gently when it's time to serve. Bacon and Leek Quiche is wonderful alongside a fresh green salad to cut the richness.

Creamy coleslaw recipe with blue cheese and walnuts added in. It has a little dill and peppery radishes. It is a delicious low carb and gluten free side dish to serve with beef or pork.

Romanesco simmered in red curry and coconut milk makes this a side dish that really shines. You could also serve this over rice for a more substantial meal and soak up the delicious sauce!

Start eating with the planet in mind using our expert tips on seasonal eating, shopping, proper storage, cooking, and reducing food waste.

This pasta is fantastic as a meal served with a big garden salad and some crusty bread. If desired, add a half-cup of fresh, lightly cooked peas to the mix for a little added nutrition (and sweetness).

There are scant few vegetables around in winter to get excited about. Cabbage is one of them. Yes, you read that right. With little or no competition, the shiny green and purple heads are a bright …

I have a soft spot in my heart for rhubarb. I grew up thinking that rhubarb was extremely special and not something everyone grew (so special, in fact, that I was convinced you couldn't get new rhubarb plants.) My great-grandfather planted rhubarb many moons ago and through the years those rhubarb plants have been transferred […]

This celeriac parsnip soup recipe features roasted celeriac and parsnips. Roasted celeriac parsnip soup recipe.

Healthy Apple Bok Choy Salad bursts with so many delicious flavors – you are gonna love this salad!Healthy Apple Bok Choy salad is a nice change from other leafy green salads. Thinly sliced crisp Granny Smith apples along with thinly sliced bok-choy tossed with apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of sea salt is all the ingredients this salad needs to make it taste amazing!Loaded with vitamins and nutrients, this apple bok choy salad is one of the BEST salads I have ever made and one everyone should make this year!  A definite winner!From the looks of it, you may think it’s a coleslaw salad rather than a regular salad, but hey – it doesn’t matter whether you call it a slaw or a salad, this apple bok choy salad will be your new favorite thing!

This classic cheese-topped scalloped potato dish pairs well with all kinds of entrées. Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes are first simmered in a shallot cream sauce, then layered into a casserole dish with white cheddar cheese and baked.

Summer doesn't have to mean an end to warm cozy meals! This Calabrese-inspired romano bean and potato ragout is made with seasonal vegetables and familiar flavors - the ultimate feel-good food.

Before I get to this delicious and simple recipe I wanted to give a huge shout out to the lovely Brooke who came out to Tumbleweed Farm all the way from Seattle. Brooke is a blog follower and I was so excited to meet her in person this past week. She is staying in the […]

In addition to its funny name, kohlrabi has an even funnier appearance — it looks kind of like an alien spaceship with its semi-flat, round body and skinny stalks. But as the saying goes, you should never judge a book by its cover, and that’s certainly true with kohlrabi. This is one vegetable that deserves a place in your kitchen. Whether it’s new to you, or a constant presence in your kitchen, here’s everything you should know about kohlrabi.

Make the most of fresh mangoes with this wonderfully simple, sweet, and spicy mango salsa recipe.

This not-too-sweet rhubarb recipe is a great way to use up extra stalks at the end of the harvest.

Try this simple recipe for stir fried garlic scapes! These are thin, curly, green stems that grow from garlic bulbs and taste delicious sauteed with a sweet & savory Asian sauce!

Cheesy and buttery with a good savory flavor, these Cheese Scones with Scallions are a nice treat for your breakfast or as a side dish to your meal.

A surprisingly awesome pizza, with unexpected ingredient combinations and zesty flavor!

This Kohlrabi Soup is filled with vegetables, greens, and deliciousness. It's easy to make and it's super nutritious. YUM!!

Once you get the hang of it, forming these dumplings is easy, but it may take a little practice at first.

One of the plants that I am growing here at our house is roselle. I thought I had a post about some roselle juice that I made, but I guess not. All I have is this photo of when our roselle plants…

We received a bunch of mizuna in our CSA and made this quick side dish to serve alongside a stir-fry with other CSA ingredients. Mizuna is a...

This chickpea pasta recipe is a family favorite. Add some texture and protein to your basic pasta recipe by adding chickpeas, almonds, and Parmesan.