CSA Week #15

It's that time again, CSA showcase!  We're really starting to get some tomatoes - both heirloom and cherry tomatoes this week!  Definitely thinking about making a tomato tart of some sort =)

• Pepper mix


• Okra


• Watermelon


• Cherry tomatoes


• Heirloom tomatoes


• Swiss chard


• Garlic


• Hot peppers


• Basil

Now let's check out what some other bloggers received!

Lyn from Life Lyn Style:

Cherry tomatoes, slicing tomatoes, peaches, beets, green peppers, hot peppers, eggplant, yellow squash, cucumber, lettuce, yellow wax beans, parsley, watermelon

Lyn had quite the load, didn't she?!

And Sam from Cooking My Way Through My CSA:

1 lb cucumbers, 1 head celery, 1 pint orange cherry tomatoes, 0.5 lb salad mix, 2 candy onions, 1 bunch basil, 0.5 lb green beans, 1 lb Zucchini/Squash, 2 Tigerella heirloom tomatoes, 3 lbs donut peaches,

Plus 3 pints of blackberries and an extra heirloom tomato from the farmer's market

Looks like Sam was loaded down with goodies too!

Glad that everyone could share their veggies!  This is the last week that I'm doing a round-up for CSA's.  I've got a lot of posts that I need to get up, but I still encourage everyone to share their CSA with others on their own blogs!

It's a beautiful day in Louisville, so I'm actually getting a chance to run in the evening (it's not sweltering hot!), so I'm going to head out!  See you guys tomorrow!  Remember, it's TGIF!

CSA Week #14

Our CSA box was jam-packed full of goodies this week!  It was almost too heavy to lift to my car - good thing I've been working out lately, right?

Let's check out what we got...

• Purple and white peppers
• Sweet Corn
• Eggplant
• Watermelon
• Cucumbers
• Heirloom Tomatoes
• Pears
• Okra
• Blackberries

I'm loving the fruits!

And we've got one other blogger that's sharing their CSA haul, and that's Sam from Cooking My Way Through My CSA:

1 bunch of beets, 1 cabbage, 1 lb. of cucumbers, 1 bunch of dill, 1 bunch of chard, 1/2 lb. of salad mix, 1 lb. of squash/zucchini, 1 bunch of leeks, 2 lb of peaches, 1 lb sugar plums

Looks like Sam was loaded down too!

Thanks Sam for participating this week, and hope to see more of you sharing next week!

I've got to get ready for our softball tournament tonight, gonna be a double header (hopefully), for a chance at the city tournament! 

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!

CSA Week #13

It's CSA Thursday guys!  This week we got our first ears of sweet corn of the season - I definitely know I'll be heading to the Farmer's Market this weekend to find some more because I love it so much!

•  Peaches
• Nectarines
• Eggplant 
• Purple Peppers
• Tomatoes
• Sweet Corn
• Cucumbers
• Basil
• Cantaloupe 
• Okra

I'm definitely looking forward to using up this week's share!  Possibly some ice cream in the works with those peaches?  Yeah, sounds like a good idea to me!

Now let's check out some other blogger's goodies!

Mindy over at The World In My Kitchen:

Fingerling potatoes, Hothouse Tomatoes, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cherry Tomatoes, Okra, Sweet Onions, Basil, Shallots

It definitely looks like Mindy was loaded down with delicious tomatoes!  And her Okra Succotash recipe looks like the perfect way to use up our own okra, as well!

And Kristy over at Gastronomical Sovereignty:

red chard, some beautifully fragile and amazing red lettuce, cucumber, golden beets (my fav!!), green onions, fresh blueberries, curly parsley (not my favorite), snap peas, spicy arugula, and new garlic

It looks like Kristy and I share a love for golden beets!  Can't wait to see what she ends up doing with them!

So thanks to Kristy and Mindy for joining in on the CSA sharing today!  Want to join next week?  I'd love for you to!

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!

See you all tomorrow (it's Friday - yay!)... we're ending on a sweet note - so don't miss out!

CSA Week #11

Both Andy and I want to thank everyone for their kind comments on his post from this morning!  And if you haven't read it, check it out here!

And now let's check out this week's CSA!

• Carrots
• Sweet Onions
• Green Beans
• Beets
• Basil
• Cucumbers
• Zucchini & Summer Squash
• Mizuna Greens
• Broccoli

Just look at those beautiful orange carrots!  I've been dying to get some pickling done this year, so I know they'd be perfect for it!  Might have to make some banh mi sandwiches later on!

We've got 4 other bloggers to check out this week!  So exciting that we're growing bit by bit!

First up is Kristy from Gastronomical Sovereignty.  Kristy's blog is new to me, so I'm so glad she found me and joined up this week!  After perusing her blog, I know I'll definitely be a regular because she's got awesome recipes (wine poached pears, anyone?) for anything you can think of!  And check out the awesome box her CSA comes in!

blueberries, arugula, beets, dandelion greens, lettuce, italian parsley, snap peas, summer squash, turnips, and a ton of beets

And Lyn from Life Lyn Style is back with both of her CSAs for the week! 

raspberries, green leaf lettuce, red leaf lettuce, onion, yellow squash, zucchini, tomatoes, broccoli, cucumbers, beets, green onions, kohlrabi, potatoes, and sugar snap peas

Next up is Sam from Cooking My Way Through My CSA!  I mean, her blog is about all things CSA, so I am so glad she joined in for all the fun too!  Check out Sam's blog to see how she makes her way through her CSA - she's got an awesome Zucchini Pasta that I'm dying to try!  And those purple carrots are gorgeous!

Japanese turnips, Collard greens, Lettuce, Green beans, Zucchini & Yellow Squash, Purple carrots, Basil, Raspberries, Blueberries

And last, but certainly not least, is my fellow Kentuckian, Mindy from The World In My Kitchen!

Carrots, Rainbow Chard, Red Potatoes, Cucumbers, Cabbage, Tomatoes, Okra

So thanks to everyone that participated this week!  And sorry it's so late - but tomorrow is Friday and we're celebrating with Bourbon!  So be back tomorrow to see what I've got in store for ya =)

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!

CSA Week #10

Hey guys!  I know it's a tad late, but it's Thursday which means it's CSA day!  So check out what we got!

• Potatoes
• Red Cabbage
• Beets
• Turnips
• Apples
• Tomatoes
• Carrots
• Kale
• Basil

Definitely excited about the apples and those beautiful carrots!

Now let's check out what others got this week:

Lyn from Life Lyn Style sent in these beauties...

Onions, radishes, green onions, cherry tomatoes, tomatoes, yellow squash, zucchini, rhubarb, kohlrabi, collard greens, lettuce, & snow peas

She even made a trip to her local farmer's market also: Whole wheat pastry flour, sausage, bison hot dogs, grass-fed cheese, honey, kale, apples

Mindy from The World In My Kitchen is back from her 2 week European vacation (I'm definitely jealous!) with her CSA:

kale, carrots, onions, beets, fingerling potatoes. tomatoes, basil, okra, beans

And finally, Lori over at Fake Food Free sent over her Farmer's Market goodies (check out that watermelon!) - and you definitely want to check out her post for the Filipino-style pork kebabs - being Filipino, I definitely know I'll be trying this very soon!

kolhrabi, candy onions, cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, watermelon and potatoes from the Boyle Co Farmer's Market

 

 

We had a record of 3 submissions for this week's CSA round-up!  Thanks for Lyn, Mindy, and Lori for taking part in this - you guys are awesome!  Let's strive for 4 next week, maybe? 

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!  
See you all tomorrow - I'm off to roast some chicken with some root veggies!

CSA Week #8 & A Tribute To Monet

It's Thursday, and we all know what that means - CSA roundup! 

But first, I'd like to talk about Monet.  If you don't visit Monet's blog, you are missing out.  When I first starting blogging (almost 2 years ago - can you believe it?!), Monet was one of the first people that I had connected with.  She's got a way with her words that strikes almost every emotion.  And through the past year or so, has gone through more hardship than some people go through their whole lives.   Lizzy & Kate wrangled up a group of bloggers to compile a book of comforting recipes to present to Monet.  I was surprised at the large group of bloggers that stepped up, and I'm proud to be a part of such a caring community!  You can check out the list of other bloggers that contributed here, and the recipe for Mushroom & Squash Enchiladas that I contributed here. 

So without further ado, let's check out what ended up in our CSA this week... (and I just got some new plug-ins for Photoshop, so I was playing around with them, hehe)

•  Blueberries
• New Potatoes
• Sweet Onions
• Beets
• Fresh Garlic
• Cabbage
• Salad Mix
• Head Lettuce

I actually really love beets!

First potatoes of the season - I definitely know we're in for a ton more!

And we've got two new bloggers participating in the CSA round up this week too (and they're not from Kentucky - not that I don't love seeing what my Kentucky bloggers get!)

First up, Karla from Karla's Veggies Noms

Red Beets, Sweet Peppers, Yellow Peaches, Muskmelon, Nantes Carrots, Celery and Fresh Tomatoes

 

 

Looks like Karla got some great stuff - I'm definitely jealous of those peaches and fresh tomatoes!  By the way, Karla's from Mountain View, CA!  And do check out her blog today because she's got a fantastic tomato sauce w/ vegan gnocchi recipe up!

Next up we've got Lyn from Life Lyn Style.  Lyn hails from North East Ohio and her CSA is from Geauga Family Farms!

Kale, strawberries, tomatoes, eggs, garlic scapes, green onions, pickling cucumbers, and lettuce

Aren't those strawberries too cute?!  And nothing beats farm-fresh eggs!  So check out Lyn's blog for great workouts and to see what she'll be doing with this produce haul =)

What a great variety we had this week!  Glad we could see what some other states get this time of year!  Hopefully you guys will be back next week too (along with a few others, maybe?!)

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!

CSA Week #5

Let's check out what we got in our CSA this week!

• Summer Squash & Zucchini - they're getting bigger!!
• Broccoli
• Mixed Salad Greens
• Green Onions
• Pea Pods
• Dill
• Head Lettuce
• Garlic Scapes - so so so excited about these!
• Strawberries
• Bibb Lettuce

Tons of new stuff this week!  I'm especially excited about these scapes!  I've never used them before, and I remember last year around this time, everybody was just all scape-crazy!  And now I can join in on that fun =)  I'll probably be stir frying them up with some shrimp and pasta... so look forward to my adventures with scapes!

Looks like a giant green squid coming atcha!

Doesn't look like we've got any other CSA pictures to add this week (Mindy's on vacation).  So hopefully some of you shy folks can send some pics in next week!  And don't forget to come back tomorrow to vote in the new dessert poll!  I'm heading up to Indianapolis this Saturday for a graduation party and I need something to bring with me!

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!  
 

CSA Week #4

Hey guys!  It's CSA Thursday!  Lots of greenery this week, check it out:

Look at those gorgeous colors!

Aren't these little guys too cute??

• Summer Squash & Zucchini Teaser (can't wait for the big hauls later on in the season!)
• Green Onions
• Head Lettuce
• Basil
• Chinese Cabbage (I sense a kimchi recipe in my near future!)
• Mixed Salad Greens
• Rainbow Chard
• Radishes

Lots of goodies, obviously!

And Mindy from The World In My Kitchen sent me her 2nd week of her CSA!  Thanks for joining in again Mindy!

Looks like Mindy got some kale, beet greens, collard greens, spinach, mesclun, & cilantro!

 I'd love to see what you guys are getting in your CSAs, Farmer's Markets, or even your own garden!   

***If you guys received a CSA this week, what did you end up getting?  I'd love to have a weekly round-up of your CSA goodies (if you participate in one), or even if you made a weekly visit to your Farmer's market (or even just picked from your own garden!) - I'd love to see the local produce everyone gets!  So feel free to e-mail a snapshot of your goods (as well as your name and blog title (and don't worry if you don't have a blog, your name will be just fine!) as well as a link to your blog) at mtlabor85 (at) yahoo (dot) com and I'll post them in next Thursday's CSA post!