3006 Hebron Ave, Glastonbury, CT 06033
We are offering a variety of vegetables, herbs and flowers including - beets, carrots, cucumbers, chard, arugula, Asian greens, lettuces, kale, kohlrabi, peas, radishes, patty pan summer squash and turnips, eggplant and more. We will update produces as planting progresses.
We have every color and size and the most prolific and popular heirloom tomatoes.
And they're ripening now!
We also have season-long crops of kale, chard and and a variety of lettuces.
We also have multiple varieties of squash & pumpkins, including Delicata and early summer squash.
We have a assortment of flowers that are starting to bloom. We also have selection or herbs including , basil, dill, lavender, sage & thyme.
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped to medium dice
1 bunch chard, stems chopped to medium dice; leaves rough chopped
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Heat the oil in a medium sauce pan. Add the carrots and cook until lightly browned; add the chard stems and the onions and cook until almost tender. Add the leaves and toss until wilted. Season to taste and enjoy!
Prep- 15 MIn.
Cook- 45 min
Makes 3-4 Quarts of Soup
This Minestrone Soup recipe is hearty, fresh, and flavorful-Serve with Plain Crusty
Bread or Garlic Bread to make a meal!
Equipment - 4-5 quart stock pot, large chef’s Knife, Large spoon, Soup Ladle
Ingredients
● 3- tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
● 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
● 1 Jalapeno, or 1 small mild Green Pepper, chopped. ( Can eliminate Jalapeno if
you prefer.)
● 3-4 medium peeled carrots, chopped
● 3-4 celery ribs, chopped
● 2 Cups-Chopped Kale
● 1 Cup Fresh , sliced, Baby Bella mushrooms
● 1 teaspoon + sea salt, plus more -to taste
● Freshly ground black pepper, ( ½ tsp ) adjust to taste.
● 1 packet of Goya “Sazon” brand Seasoning
● 4-5 garlic cloves, finely minced/crushed
● 1 (28-ounce) can whole plum tomatoes in sauce, chopped ( Cento) or 2
lbs-fresh chopped skinless plum tomatoes)
● 2 Cans -cooked kidney beans, ( Goya) drained/rinsed
● 1 cup cut raw green beans (½”)
● 5-6 cups - Vegetable broth ( Organic “Better than Bouillon” Veg. base , sold in
a Jar, mixed with water , works great) or a combo of Veg. Broth and Cold Water.
● 1 Cup -White or Red Dry Wine/or Dry Vermouth,( if you have it).
● 4 -bay leaves
● 1 ½ -Teaspoon dried oregano
● 1 Extra large sprig of fresh thyme, (dried is ok).
● ¾ cup very small pasta, like elbows, shells, orecchiette
To Add -FOR SERVING:
● ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
● ½ tsp. Red pepper flakes or 1 tablespoon Tabasco, if you like some spice..
● ½ cup, Grated, Fresh Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, for serving
● Basil Pesto-to place on top of soup in bowl-( If you like it, and/or have it
available.)
Instructions
1. Heat Olive oil in a large stock pot over medium/high heat. Add chopped
onions, carrots, peppers, celery, green beans, salt, Sazon seasoning, and several
grinds of black pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, until
the vegetables are soft. Do Not allow Veg. to burn.
2. Add the finely minced Garlic, chopped Kale, Mushrooms, Canned or fresh
chopped plum tomatoes, 2 cans -rinsed kidney beans,, 5-6 Cups Veg
broth/water, 1 cup Wine (if using), 4 bay leaves, oregano, and a large sprig of
thyme. Cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes. Vegs should be well cooked, soft.
3. Stir in the pasta and cook, uncovered, for 10-12 more minutes, until the pasta is
cooked through.
4. Season to taste.
5. Serve with parsley, (red pepper flakes if desired), basil pesto, and grated
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Submitted by Tim Fromson