This time of year the fields always look pristine. Crops are starting to fill out and the weeds are usually still kept in check! Looking at the work from above is sure satisfying! Enjoy this view from the sky above Abundance Acres.
How to Dry Herbs with a Paper Bag
Use scissors to cut a bundle (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter) of herbs. Using string bundle together the base end of the bundle and tie tightly. Take a paper bag that fits the length of the herb bundle. Cut slits, about 1 inch long, along all folds. Place bundle in bag with tied base…
Celebrate Spring – Eat a Salad
Our second distribution was cold and wet, but overall successful. We had a large harvest of various greens, such as lettuce, spinach, kale, bok choy – all plants that love growing in Vermont’s cool, wet spring. Though some of you may not be highly excited by such a ’fluffy’ share, we encourage you to celebrate…
Tuscan Mountain Beans
A simple, warm dish to enjoy any day. Ingredients: 1 medium onion 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/4 tightly packed fresh Italian parsley leaves 2 cups cooked beans (How to cook dry beans) 4 large fresh sage leaves 1 to 2 cups reserved bean cooking liquid or water 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly…
Parsnip and Potato Hash Brown
Parsnips add a lovely sweet flavor to these heart hash browns. The creamy-spicy dipping sauce is a wonderful compliment, but these hash browns are equally special when used as a gluten-free quiche crust. See note below! Dipping Sauce Ingredients: Heaping 3/4 cup sour cream 1 Tablespoon finely chopped chives or green onions 1 teaspoon lemon…
Not possible without…
We are often struck by the color and variety on the farm during this season – the peak of growth in the Northeast. In celebration we have compiled pictures of some beautiful people and harvests around the farm these days. Abundance Acres would not be the organization we are without our many hard working, dedicated…
Ratatouille
This recipe is a simple rendition of an often very fussy dish to make. Delicious all the same! Ingredients: 1 medium or 2 small eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch dice 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more to taste 2 medium onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice 4 to 6 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 bunch basil, tied…
Pasta, Green Beans and Potatoes with Pesto
This recipe showcases the wonderful flavor of pesto and is so simple to make. Ingredients: Pesto, purchase or make your own following this recipe! Salt to taste ½ pound small potatoes, sliced about 1/4-inch thick ¼ pound tender young green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths 1 pound linguini or spaghetti Directions: Bring 6 quarts water…
Jennings and McComber
This summer Abundance Acres was blessed to host Andy and Kara Lake and enjoy their music during an evening of song and family picnicking. They shared their beautiful music and testimonies. We look forward to having them back in the future. Stay tuned! 🙂
Falafel
Dried chickpeas are soaked and ground with an abundance of fresh herbs… this recipe is a delicious way to celebrate summer’s finest fresh herbs and flavors! Pack pita bread with falafel, greens, tomatoes, cucumbers and a creamy tahini sauce. Yum! Ingredients: 2 cups dried chickpeas (Do NOT use canned or cooked chickpeas) 1 cup fresh…
Fennel, Cucumber and Mint Salad
A cool refreshing salad to celebrate summer with. When eaten raw, fennel is surprisingly sweet! Ingredients: 1 fennel bulb, cored 1 cucumber 1/3 cup mint 1 lemon, zest vinegar, to taste olive oil, to taste kosher salt, to taste Directions: 1. Slice cucumber and fennel. Place in salad bowl. 2. Before serving, mix in mint, lemon zest….
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