Frosty mornings followed by short-sleeved afternoons — what a crazy beautiful way to head into Fall Share! The crew is making the most of it, harvesting Arugula, Celery Root, Radishes and pulling the last pie pumpkins out of the field for storage.  When things cool off again tonight, I hope to warm up with a bowl of Pumpkin Chili!

In case you were wondering, we will hold our normal hours on Tuesday (Halloween) 12-7pm, but if you're busy trick-or-treating, you can always come on Wednesday instead between 10am-5pm, no special arrangements necessary. Here are a few other helpful reminders that you'll want to tuck into your back pocket as we head into cooler shorter days at the farm.  

New Hours & Fewer Markets in November

With the main season now behind us, the farm is open Tuesdays from 12-7pm and Wednesdays from 10-5.  Our Pierce County Markets have closed for the season; however, Mark is still loading up for the U-District Market in Seattle on Saturdays for a couple more weeks (9am-2pm).  

Our Fall CSA Begins this week!

Pickup for the Fall CSA takes place at the farm on Tuesdays (2-7pm) and Wednesdays (10am-5pm).   The routine is nearly identical to the summer, minus the weekends.  Bring whatever reusable bags, cartons or containers you’d like.  Please note that with the shorter days and extra bit of ‘help’ from Daylight Savings Time, it is dark in the field by the late afternoon.  If you have your heart set on picking extras with your share, plan on coming as early as you can during the pickup time—or bring a headlamp!

I know that some of you have forgotten to sign up by the week one Sunday deadline.  Not to worry—we still have a few spots remaining.  Salad Shares & Egg Shares are sold out for new subscribers, but if you're continuing from Summer into Fall, I may be able to help. You can register online to begin picking up next week, drop me an email OR check in with me at the store this week to get signed up.  

Best,
Katie

IN THE CSA SHARES THIS WEEK:

• Arugula
• Delicata Squash
• Lettuce (Lg Shares)
• Radishes
• Celery Root
• Scallions
• Russet Potatoes
• Concorde Pears and/or Apples

EXTRAS TO PICK THIS WEEK (FREE TO ALL SHARE MEMBERS):
PARSLEY, KALE, CHARD, LOVAGE, MINT, ROSEMARY & THYME

HARVEST HIGHLIGHTS &
WHAT'S IN STOCK AT THE FARMSTAND
CSA Members receive a 10% discount on most items at our farmstand

HARE-RAISED:  

• Salad Mix — SHARES ONLY THIS WEEK!
• Celeriac 
• Parsnips
• Lettuce
• Kale 
• Chard
• Celery
• Yellow Onions 
• Hot Peppers
• Eggs
• Winter Squash

FROM BEYOND THE FARM:

• WA Organic Ambrosia, Empire, Honeycrisp, Gala, King David, Spartan, MacIntosh & Macoun Apples
• NW Organic Grapes, Pluots, Carrots, Cabbage & Broccoli
• Organic Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes & many more!
• Organic Fruit: Oranges, Bananas, Limes, & Lemons
• Olykraut, Essential Baking Co. Artisan Breads, Grounds for Change Coffee
• Jody's Honey--tbd
• Dates, Ginger, Nuts, Sweet Potatoes and Dried Fruit
• Handwoven Market Baskets 

SEASONAL RECIPES & HELPFUL TIPS

HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN PUREE FROM AN ACTUAL PUMPKIN - ALTON BROWN
10 THINGS TO DO WITH CELERY ROOT - SUSIE MIDDLETON

ARUGULA, APPLE & RADISH SALAD
Dave Lieberman
This one is a crisp combination of sweet and spicy.  The original recipe doesn't call for it, but go ahead and chop those radish tops in with the arugula!

1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 shallot, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 bunches arugula, thick stems removed, rinsed and dried
1/2 pound radishes, thinly sliced on mandoline
1 red apple, peeled, cored and finely diced

CONTINUE TO RECIPE


HONEY-ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH SALAD
WITH ARUGULA & ALMONDS
Melissa Clark

1 pound delicata squash, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1 1/2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon plus large pinch kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 bunches arugula (about 8 cups)
For the Vinaigrette:
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
CONTINUE TO RECIPE
 
DOUBLE CELERY SOUP
Eating Well

2 cups sliced celery (1-inch pieces)
2 cups diced celery root ( ½-inch pieces)
2 shallots, quartered
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
2½ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, heated
4 teaspoons chopped celery leaves or parsley
CONTINUE TO RECIPE

 
DELICATA SQUASH TACOS WITH BLACK BEANS
Naturally Ella

1 small delicata squash
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
Black Beans
1 cup black beans with liquid
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon Salt
4 to 6 tortillas, warmed
1 ounce crumbled goat cheese
minced cilantro
minced red onion
lime juice- for serving
 
CONTINUE TO RECIPE