We hope you will join us for the 2022 Season of the Forest Hills CSA!What is a CSA?Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a community of individuals who commit to supporting a local farm by purchasing its produce for an entire growing season. In the spring, CSA members buy “shares” of the farm’s yield which helps … Continue reading Join us for the 2022 Season!
Introducing Angel Family Farm
After more than 19 years of partnering with us, Matt and Maggie, the farmers at Golden Earthworm Organic Farm, informed us they could no longer deliver to Queens CSAs. After a significant amount of time and research to identify a new vegetable farm for our CSA, the core group is excited to introduce you to … Continue reading Introducing Angel Family Farm
What’s in the box? FINAL WEEK – CSA WEEK #25
This week's Thanksgiving table harvestSweet PotatoesWhite PotatoesRutabagaParsnipsRed BeetsSavoy CabbageToscano Kale STORAGE GUIDE LONG-TERM IN THE FRIDGE - In a sealed container/bagThese items can last one month or more when stored properly.Rutabaga, Parsnips, Beets, CabbageSHORT-TERM IN THE FRIDGE - In a sealed container/bag These items should be consumed within 10 days. The sooner the better!Toscano KaleLONG-TERM IN … Continue reading What’s in the box? FINAL WEEK – CSA WEEK #25
What’s in the box? Week 24
This week's harvestCarrotsStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Remove the greens before storing.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days ParsleyStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days Watermelon RadishWhen sliced, these look like watermelon with their red and green-ringed flesh. Delicious sliced very thinly raw or roasted. There are some growth cracks in these … Continue reading What’s in the box? Week 24
Week 23- What’s in the box?
This week's harvestRed RadicchioThis chicory it is not too bitter, but can be cooked to remove any hint of bitterness if that's not something you prefer. Raw in a salad, it pairs very well with a lemon vinaigrette and a shaved hard cheese like Parmesan. Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days … Continue reading Week 23- What’s in the box?
Week 22- What’s in the box?
This week's harvestBel Fiore RadicchioThis is a beatufiul heirloom radicchio. It is NOT VERY BITTER, but has a mild and nutty flavor. It pairs very well with a lemon vinaigrette and a shaved hard cheese like Parmesan. Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: RawWhen to use: Within 5 days Red RadishesAnyone else loving their fall radishes with … Continue reading Week 22- What’s in the box?
Week 21- What’s in the box?
This week's harvest"Sweetheart" Pointed European CabbageSweeter and more tender than its green cabbage cousin.Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days Toscano KaleStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days ParsleyStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to use: Within 3 days FennelStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Raw/CookedWhen to … Continue reading Week 21- What’s in the box?
Week 20- What’s in the box?
This week's harvest LeeksHOW TO: How to prepare leeks!Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: CookedWhen to use: Within 5 days CollardsStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: CookedWhen to use: Within 3 days Purple Fall RadishesOh my, we got two weeks out of one planting! Not intended, but a nice surprise!Storage: In an airtight container in … Continue reading Week 20- What’s in the box?
Week 19 – What’s in the box?
This week's harvestMini Mustard Greens MixWe're so excited to have our *favorite* mustard greens back this fall! It's best eaten raw in a salad at this tiny size. The leaves are delicately peppery (not spicy) and will not hold up to cooking. Toss with a vinaigrette for a very special fall salad. This is never … Continue reading Week 19 – What’s in the box?
Week 18- What’s in the box?
This week's harvest Green CabbageExtremely sweet variety. Great raw for slaws and salads or in soups.Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: RawWhen to use: Within 2 days Toscano KaleStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: Cooked is bestWhen to use: Within 5 daysGreen BeansStorage: In an airtight container in the fridge.Uses: CookedWhen to use: Within 5 daysSpaghetti SquashThis … Continue reading Week 18- What’s in the box?