2 acorn squash, halved and seeded water, as needed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large sweet onion, chopped 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock 1/4 cup half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Put squash into a baking dish with the cut side down. Pour enough water into the…
Ratatouille 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 bunch fresh parsley 1/2 bunch fresh basil 1 eggplant, cut into 1/2 inch cubes salt to taste 2 zucchini, sliced 1 bunch green onion 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 2 large tomatoes, roughly chopped 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat bottom and sides of a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil. 2. Heat remaining 1…
Did you know that many of our veggies can be cooked quickly and simply on the BBQ? Here at the farm we frequently cook on the BBQ, zucchini, kohlrabi, broccoli, spring turnips, garlic scapes and fennel? Here’s how we do it! 1 big bowl of veggies (1 head of broccoli, 1 bunch of turnips, 5 zucchinis etc.) 1-2 tbsp oil (we use sunflower oil) ½ tsp salt (or more to taste) ½ tsp pepper (or more to taste) Mix all…
600g peas 4 radishes 1/3 cup olive oil ¼ cup lemon juice 2 cups arugula or lettuce 1 small onion ½ cup fresh basil leaves ½ cup fresh mint leaves Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the peas for one minute (not longer!), drain and rinse in cold water and pat dry. Slice the peas in half lengthwise. Thinly slice or grate the radishes and onion. Wash and dry…
We will be doing a one-time drop-off in Montreal and St-Eustache to sell eggs, cookies and few surplus vegetables on February 4th, 2014. Montréal: 120 Duluth est 6:00-6:30pm St-Eustache: Pilates et Plus, 480 Grande cote 4:30-5:00pm (if these times do not work for you, please let us know) Available products: Eggs: $6.00/dz Sold out! Cookies (Farmer, Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin or Birds nest, please specify which flavour) $5.00 per bag of 6 cookies Teas (Calm, Focus) $6.00 per bag Carotts (minimum 2lbs) : $1.50/lb…
January, 2014 Written by Heather Elliott heather@fermeauxchampsquichantent.com This last November I had the opportunity of attending the annual convention of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) in Ottawa. Living and farming in Quebec, I hadn’t been very exposed to the NFU, and was thoroughly encouraged to find the membership well organized and taking a radical approach to agricultural issues, that is to say addressing farmers’ concerns at the roots of the problem. In these days of globalized, commodity-based agriculture, farming is…
This week’s basket includes a choice of edamame, or fresh soybean. To prepare edamame, boil water in a large pot with 1-3 teaspoons of salt. Once the water is boiling, drop the edamame in, with their shell on and everything! Cook for about 5 minutes, testing the beans after 3 minutes to make sure they are not becoming mushy. A cooked bean should be firm but give to the teeth. Strain the edamame from the water and apply fine sea…
From Rebar Modern Food Cookbook by Audrey Alsterberg and Wanda Urbanowicz Makes ~1 cup These savory breadcrumbs are a delicious topping to a whole range of dishes: pastas, casseroles, steamed veggies… Let your imagination, and your love for garlic guide you! Ingredients 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp cracked pepper 2 tbsp olive oil Preparation Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Spread onto a baking sheet and…
Our winter garden, uncovered for last week’s harvest. Its a bit dark because the greenhouse is covered in snow. Lots of greens in this weeks winter basket and still available at Alfalfa at Marché Jean Talon!
A few of our veggies are now available at Épicerie Santé Alfalfa at Marché Jean Talon! http://epiceriesantealfalfa.ca/