This year we tried something new: to grow the challenging and unpopular Farmer's Market vegetable- Celeriac, otherwise known as Celery Root.
We added it to our crop plan this year because it is one of our favorite root veggies in the fall, and we really want to share it with you and for you to experience it's deliciousness. Celeriac is related to celery, but the premier part is actually its base rather than its stems, though those are edible too. This bulging root has a mild celery flavor, but is like the creamiest potato you've ever had. It takes about five months to grow, but is worth waiting for, we think. It's great in soups and roasted with other veggies, you can even boil it and mash it with potatoes to give them a texture and flavor boost! As for those tops, you can use them in any recipe that needs celery (though they're better cooked than raw), or are great to add in to make stock! Throw them in the freezer if you aren't ready for them this week and stock 'em whenever you want. Here are a couple recipe ideas to try:
We also have gorgeous french fingerlings this week (great for that recipe above!), and Rosemary to add some flavor to your roots. We're swimming in Cauliflower this week, and even have some succulent baby bok choy. We hope you're loving the fall food, and cool mornings as much as we are. We even have some pints of Cayenne peppers if you need to stock up on spice!
Apricus Pork Boxes: They're back! And in very limited quantity, so grab yours quick! We expect they'll sell out, so I also want to connect you with this great new farm. If you don't get a pork box and want one, check out their website and reach out to buy directly from them this fall, they're anticipating another small harvest this November, and a larger one next spring. We hope to offer them again in the future through our program next season.
Bulk Food Next Week: Next week, for our last summer box, we'll be offering some bulk garlic and carrots as optional add-ons. The garlic will be available in 1lb quantities, and carrots in 5lb bags. Don't forget to add them to your share if you want extra for fall! We'll also be sending info about Fill Your Pantry Market which we'll be attending November 12th-- we'd love to see you there!
Happy Cooking,
Ashley, Caleb and the Sungrounded Crew
