CSA for 6/26

Hello CSA Members,

Did you receive this email from a different email address?  Because I can’t fix the problems with the other email address I decided to create an email address just for CSA emails.  Be sure to not let these fall into your spam box.  The new address is bhorganicscsa@gmail.com and I will be sending the emails from this address from now on.  You will not be getting 2 emails after this week.  If for some reason you do not receive an email please see our blog http://bhorganics.blogspot.com/

Don’t forget to pick up on Wednesday.  It may help to set an alarm on your phone.  If you are having problems picking up please call 484-955-1098, if I can help I will.

You can order by replying to the email or by emailing bhorganics@gmail.com.  The orders must be in by Tuesday at 2 pm.  Processing the orders takes some time so I would appreciate no late orders.

Notes about this week’s harvest list:

·      This week you will be able to order multiples of some items.  For instance if you would like 2 orders of lettuce you may do so.  If you can order multiples it will be stated next to the item.  If you order 2 orders of lettuce it counts as 2 orders for your 8 items (for a full share) or 5 items (for a half share).  If and item does not list an option for ordering multiples then you cannot order multiples of that item. 

·      If you are unsure of what a particular vegetable is I highly recommend checking our recipe blog.  Here you will find a description, storage information and a recipe.  The CSA will be more enjoyable for you if you try new things and new recipes. http://www.bhrecipes.blogspot.com/

·      Broccoli is not my friend.  Our spring broccoli crop has been a bust so far.  I have looked for local organic broccoli and was not able to order it in.  I am going to concentrate very hard on the fall broccoli crop.

·      The herb selections are mixed bunches of the herbs listed.  I am sure many of you would want to make your own selection but we decided that could be a nightmare come packing time. 

·      If you have a problem or a concern about the quality of an item or are missing something please let us know immediately.  We do make mistakes but we pride ourselves on customer service and so we would like the opportunity to make good on a mistake. 

·      If you do not order we will choose a well-rounded box for you.  You can order just a few things and we will fill in the rest of your share. 

·      Want to bring back quart and pint boxes back.  We really appreciate your gesture but must be strict about not allowing boxes which did originally come from our farm.  This is part of our organic certification.  We also have several customers who are very sensitive and I don’t want to avoid contamination.

·      Do you see holes in the leaves of your greens?  They are insect holes and they are a part of our product.  We try to minimize pest damage but we do not use chemicals to kills pests.  I have been very strict about this and I am proud to say that we have a large and growing population of beneficial insects because of it.  Greens with insect holes are completely safe to eat.  Much safer than produce with no holes from farms that spray or use systemic pesticides. 

This week’s Harvest:

   Full shares order 8 items.  Half Shares order 4-5 items (depending on how much you want.)

·      Salad Mix ½ lb – you may order 2

·      Turnips – ¾ lb bunch  - these are a sweet salad turnip.  Greens are edible and wonderful. – You may order 2

·      Garlic Scapes – 1/8 lb – these are a fresh garlic flower, excellent as a garlic substitute.  You may order 2.

·      Teenage Pac Choi – 2 heads.  You may order 2. 

·      Lettuce, Romaine or Butter head or Red Leaf – 2 heads.  You may order 2.

·      Peas – ½ lb – These will most likely be snow peas but maybe a sugar snap or shelling.  Our snow peas are smaller because they are an heirloom variety.  Oh so sweet. 

·      Carrots – 1.5 lb

·      Beets, Red or Golden– 1.5 lb

·      Herbs 1: Parsley, Chive and Oregano.  This will be a small amount of each. 

·      Herbs 2: Mint, Dill and Cilantro. This will be a small amount of each.

·      Italian Basil – ¼ lb

·      Dandelion- ½ lb – you may order 2

·      Arugula – ½ lb

·      Swiss Chard or Kale– ¾ lb

·      Zucchini – yellow or green – 1.5 lb

Extras: You can order 2 of each of these. 

·      Lettuce, Romaine or Butter head or Red Leaf – 2 heads

·      Garlic Scapes – ¼ lb –

Recipe: Pac Choi

Also known as Bok Choy or Boc Choi.  And you will sometimes see me type it either way.  We grow a smaller version of the typical white Pac Choi.  Sometimes it is baby and sometimes a teenager.  Pac Choi is extremely high in Vitamin A, Calcium and a few other minerals.  But the best part is the crunch.  It can be eaten raw or lightly cooked.  If you cook it too long it looses it’s crunch.  It is a versatile vegetable also known as “Chinese Celery.” 

You can eat the entire head from stem to leaf.  (As long as the stem isn’t woody.)

·       Grilled Baby Pac Choi with Peanut Sauce

4 heads baby pac choi halved

Dressing:
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon tahini
1 teaspoon maple syrup
¼ teaspoon tamari

Grill the baby pac choi halves on medium heat in a grill basket for 2 minutes on each side.

Mix the dressing thoroughly and apply to the baby pac choi before serving.

·      Eat it raw with peanut butter and raisins like you would celery. 

·      Boc Choi Salad http://allrecipes.com/recipe/yummy-bok-choy-salad/

·      I use it in place of cabbage in coleslaw for a lighter flavor. 

·      Here is our recipe blog page for more ideas: http://www.bhrecipes.blogspot.com/search/label/Baby%20Boc%20Choi

·      Roasted Boc Choi http://www.sugarlaws.com/roasted-pak-choi

We are so happy to have you as members. 

Cheers to a great season ahead.

Thank you,

Erica