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Veggies and Fruit for Sept 7

Happy back to school week–we’re rewarding you with delicious veggies (and more nectarines and peaches for fruit share members)!

All pickups are September 7th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Sungold Cherry Tomatoes – Great for snacking and salads. Store on the counter. Use now.

Zucchini – It’s still going strong, but any day now we’ll have to say good-bye. Use within a week.

Purple Potatoes – Great for salads or roasting. Use within a week.

Swiss Chard – This may be the last for the summer. Use within a week.

Green Beans – Something new for your boxes this week, enjoy them steamed with butter and salt. Use within a week.

Scallions – Have you been missing these the last couple weeks? They’re back! Use within a week.

Eggplant (in rotation) – Patience is a virtue with these guys–their slow growth means harvesting is in stages and CSA locations will get them in different weeks. Use within a week.

Peppers (in rotation) – For all you eggplant-less friends, dip these not-hot peppers into some hummus while thinking of future eggplant recipes. Use within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies and Fruit for Aug 31

Tomatoes, glorious tomatoes! Two types this week (plus nectarines and peaches for fruit share members–let them ripen outside the bag, please.)

All pickups are August 31st at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Red Tomatoes – Another week of delicious beefsteak tomatoes. Store on the counter. Use now.

Sungold Cherry Tomatoes & Blush Cocktail Tomatoes – Great for snacking and salads. Store on the counter. Use now.

Zucchini – We’re on to the last planting of these, so enjoy the final harvest. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Peppers – These green frying peppers are not spicy. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Nicola Potatoes – A nice, waxy variety–great for salads or roasting. Store in a cool, dark place. Use within a week.

Onions – These can last up to three weeks in a cool, dark place–but it’s recommended to eat them sooner. Use within a week.

Red Batavian Lettuce – More yummy summer lettuce.  Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies & Fruit for Aug 24

Have you ever seen an orange watermelon? Get ready, it’s in your veggie share tomorrow. (And another bag of peaches and apples for the fruit shares–let them ripen outside the bag, please.)

All pickups are August 24th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Orange Watermelon – Give it a try and see how it compares to last week! Store in the fridge. Use now.

Red Tomatoes – This week is beefsteak tomatoes that have been growing since May. Golden Earthworm sent an email how to know when they’re ripe. Store on the counter. Use now.

Sungold Cherry Tomatoes – Great for snacking and salads. Store on the counter. Use now.

Zucchini – We’re on to the last planting of these, so enjoy the final harvest. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Peppers – These green frying peppers are not spicy. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Swiss Chard – This summer green is back and ready to be pan-fried. Store in the fridge. Use within 3 days.

Cabbage – One more week of cabbage this summer. Store in the fridge. Use within a week, but if you wrap it well it can last for longer.

Red Batavian Lettuce – Lots of greens this week! Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies & Fruit for Aug 17th

You get a watermelon! And you get a watermelon! Watermelons for everyone! (Plus the fruit shares get a bag of peaches and apples–be sure to take them out of the bag when you get home.)

All pickups are August 17th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Watermelon – Two for each share. They have seeds, and they are grown more for flavor than transportation, so be gentle to avoid cracks. Store in your fridge. Use now.

Yukon Potatoes – These ones are great for potato salad. Store in a cool, dark place. Use within a week.

Zucchini – More zucchini, so yum! If it’s getting too much to handle, check out how to freeze it for later. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Scallions – This week Golden Earthworm shared a scallion dressing for these bad boys. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Cabbage – Did someone say they wanted to try grilled cabbage still? Well, here’s your chance. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Red Tomatoes – Subtly sweet with a slight bitter and acidic taste. Use now.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies & Fruit for Aug 10

We’re transitioning from mid-summer to late-summer crops this week! For the fruit shares there are peaches and apples–be sure to take them out of the bag when you get home.

All pickups are August 10th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Sweet Corn – Enjoy this goodbye batch of sweet corn. Store in the fridge. Use within 2 days (or you can freeze them).

Red Potatoes – Golden Earthworm did not wash them this week to protect the skins, so be sure to wash them at home. Store in a cool, dark place. Use within a week.

Walla Walla Onions – Enjoy another round of these sweet onions. Store on the counter. Use within a week.

Lovelock & Magenta Lettuce – Fast-growing crops gave us two heads of lettuce this week! Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Zucchini – We’re getting deep into zucchini season. Bring on the breads! Store in the fridge. Use within a week.

Green Beans (in rotation) – These are harvested while small and tender (and delicious!). Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.

Sungold Cherry Tomatoes (in rotation) – These are a first harvest and sweet as sugar. Store on the counter. Use now.

 

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies & Fruit for August 3rd

This week is a delicious mix of favorites and new-for-the-season veggies. And for the fruit shares, there’ll be a bag of peaches/nectarines to enjoy.

All pickups are August 3rd at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Sweet Corn – Delicious and ready to eat right away. Remember to let Golden Earthworm know if yours has earworm past the tip, and they’ll replace it next week. Use within 2 days (or you can freeze them).

Red Potatoes – This week we’ll be tasting Red Norland variety–they’re full of moisture and cook in half the time. Store in paper back in a dark place. Use within a week.

Swiss Chard – This is the second planting for the summer, and another chance to try a new recipe (or try it simple: steamed with butter and a little salt and pepper). Use within 5 days.

Parsley – A great way to use this is to make some pesto. Or you can wash and freeze it as a whole bunch to use this winter. Use within 5 days.

Cabbage – Have you tried it in a slaw yet? Now’s your chance! Use within a week.

Zucchini – It’s the end of the season for these veggies, so enjoy your last one this week. Use within a week.

Scallions  – Another summer favorite back in the box.  Use within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Fruit & Veggies in the Box–July 27

Who’s ready for corn?! It’s in the box this week, along with some other tasty vegetables. If you are part of the Fruit Share this season, you’ll also receive a container of blueberries.

All pickups are July 27th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Sweet Corn – Delicious and ready to eat right away. Note that because these are organic, there may be an earworm in the tip. Just cut it off and enjoy the rest. If you’re corn has been damaged by a worm, let Golden Earthworm know and they’ll replace it next week. Use within 2 days.

Red Long Onions – Another gourmet onion–these ones are particularly yummy in salads.  Use within a week.

Carrots – Sweet and crunchy. It’s best to separate the tops from the carrots before storing. Use within 5 days.

Green Batavian Lettuce – A nice summer lettuce, this variety is similar to Romaine, but a slightly softer texture. Use within a week.

Cucumber or Zucchini – These two are currently in rotation, both great summer veggies. Use within a week.

Garlic  – This variety of garlic is comes from a seed that is found in limited quantities–so lucky us for getting some of it! Use within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Veggies In the Box–July 20

Hello fruit, you’re looking fine!

Tomorrow kicks off our fruit shares– plus we have our monthly special products pick-up (beer, soap, fish and kombucha), and Lewis Waite Farm orders. All pickups are July 20th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

And on to the veggies for this week–you know the drill, store them in an airtight plastic bag in the fridge…

Walla Walla Onions – Juicy, sweet and perfect for grilling. The stems can be discarded or used as a stock. Use within a week.

Beets – Try them raw or cooked, or our summer favorite: grilled! Use within a week.

Swiss Chard – A hearty summer green, this is one that is not meant to be eaten raw. Try this recipe from Golden Earthworm if you’re a newbie to this veggie. Use within a week.

Green Cabbage – This cabbage is great as a slaw, but can also be used stuffed, baked, in soups or salads. Use within 5 days.

Red Batavian Lettuce – A nice summer lettuce, this variety is similar to Romaine, but a slightly softer texture. Use within a week.

Parsley – A great fresh flavor and packed full of nutrients. Use within  a week.

Cucumber – Another round to keep you cool during the heat waves. Use within a week.

Summer Squash or Zucchini – These have had a bit of a mystery growing season, so we’re not sure when they’ll make it into the box.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!

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Spice Tree Organics at Today’s Pickup!

Veggie pickup for Thursday, July 13 will be at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Spice Tree Organics will be at pickup today, too! Check out their wide variety of organic spices, blended right here in Queens!

  • NYC Halal Cart Chicken
  • Middle Eastern Shawerma
  • Beiruti Zaatar
  • Lebanese Seven Spice
  • Damascus Kofta
  • Cairo Falafel
  • Mecca Rice & Meat
  • Athenian Gyro
  • Tandoori Masala
  • Garam Masala
  • Chai Confection
  • Mexico City Barbacoa
  • Southwest Taco & Fajita
  • Istanbuli Kofta

Spice Tree Organics was started by two health-conscious NYC moms with a passion for global cuisine. Our range of blends span the Middle East, India, Mexico, Greece and Turkey, and have been tried, tested, and perfected in our kitchens. We source the best quality certified organic spices, and hand grind them and blend them in small batches so they remain at the peak of freshness. Our blends make it easy for you to recreate your favorite restaurant and street-food dishes at home with quality ingredients you feel good about.

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In the Box–July 13

Did you love that fresh basil smell from last weeks’ box? Well, we’ve got more of it–plus some vegetables firsts for the season. As usual, the veggies for this week are best stored in an airtight plastic bag in the refrigerator.

If you’d like another place to find recipes for your weekly share, Golden Earthworm has a great Facebook page you can join. 

The veggie pickup for Thursday, July 13th will be at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.

Green Cabbage – This cabbage is great as a slaw, but can also be used stuffed, baked, in soups or salads. Use within 5 days.

Green & Red Batavian Lettuce – A nice summer lettuce, this variety is similar to Romaine, but a slightly softer texture. Use within a week.

Basil – This may be the last week for basil. If you feel like you have an overload, it can be frozen if you puree it with olive oil. Use within 3 days.

Carrots – So many uses and so tasty! It’s best to remove the tops before storing them in your fridge. Use within a week.

Cucumber – Another first week for this veggie, and a perfect summer addition to salads. Use within a week.

Cipollini Onions – These special onions, known as Little Italians, are super sweet and delicious caramelized. When to use: Within a week.

Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change.