One week ago, the thermometer hit 96. This morning I wore a fleece. !!!!
But we can't deny summer. The longest day of the year is next Tuesday. The eggplants and peppers are in the ground. Beans are germinating. And the flea beetles are eating the brassicas (arugula, bok choy, etc). Comforting cycles.
And, an even surer sign of summer: strawberries and garlic scapes.
In this week's share:
1) one quart strawberries: grown by Red Jacket Orchards in Geneva, NY. Sustainable growing practices, but not certified organic.
2) one head lettuce: loose leaf type that is delicious and crispy
3) two pounds tomatoes: from March Farms in Bethlehem, CT
4) garlic scapes: these are the flowering stalks of the garlic. The green stems, not flower bud at tip, can be used just as you would garlic cloves. The effect is slightly milder and delicious. Can even be used for pesto. Read more here.
5) one quart half & half: from Arethusa Dairy in Litchfield, CT. To complement your berries, or a cream sauce with tomatoes and garlic scapes?
6) one bag simple salad mix
For those of you who don't do dairy or don't want the berries, utilize the swap option.
See you tomorrow!
Ilsa & Joe
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