February 26th Whole Farm CSA

Whole Share: Arugula and mustard greens, microgreens, cilantro, carrots, back Spanish radish, garlic.

Whole Share: Arugula, microgreens, cilantro, carrots, back Spanish radish, garlic.

February thaw on the farm has been well received by the animals who are happy for a respite from the cold. The sheep will soon be moved in to closer pastures in anticipating of shearing. UPDATE: We are shearing this Saturday if anyone wants to come join us! Usually midmorning but text Matt at 406-599-2361 for more details!**

The ski trails have are not as happy about the turn in weather, but coverage is still good and they are being groomed.

We are low on eggs again this week so full share will be receiving 1/2 dozen this week with none for half share. As the days get longer the chickens will start laying again and we will be able to give out more eggs.

In your boxes this week you will find black spanish radish, a hearty root veggie. Black spanish radish is an Heirloom variety that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Characteried by a thick, dark purple skin, you might mistake them for a beet a first glance, but the white interior has a strong, spicy radish kick. Black spanish radishes can been roasted or made into pickles to ease the spice. To make simple fridge pickles, grate radishes into a mason jar then fill the jar with 1/2 water 1/2 vinegar and 1 tbs salt. Add any favorite pickle additions like pepper corns, garlic, coriander seeds, mustard seeds or fresh dill. Leave in the fridge for 1-2 weeks and serve on top of tacos, soups, or on sandwiches.

You will also receive fresh arugula and mustard greens in your boxes. Adding roasted root veggies to a classic arugula salad can provide additional flavor and robustness. Try this recipe: https://www.theoriginaldish.com/2021/04/19/spring-root-vegetable-salad-with-pistachio-vinaigrette/.