Thursday, August 30, 2012

Tasty and Healthy - August 30, 2012

Soggy, sloshy, Labor Day greetings from Beasley Farm! We were lucky not to experience the full impact of Isaac, but the ensuing rain and humidity was more than enough, right? We pray that you are safe, and that your loved ones, too, did not have to endure any hardship from the recent storms.

Have you braved the heat to one of our Spring Hill locations in this summer heat? Try visiting in the morning, when temperatures are more comfortable. We are most happy to serve you, and bring whatever you need.

Currently we are clearing our fields to plant Autumn and Winter Crops.

Pesticide-free Okra is currently being harvested. Have you tried grilling it or roasting it yet? (Recipes on the right)

If interested in SHELLED black-eye peas or zipper peas, please phone the farm to place an order. Peas are in our standard two pound bag. $8 per bag.

Did you know...

vine ripened tomatoes turn color from bottom to top?

Did you know...

1 cup diced or sliced fresh tomatoes is full of nutrients?

Tomato Gravy provides an interesting, nutrient-rich, flavorful boost to many vegetables, meats and starches.
Traditionally served over rice, tomato gravy is great (hot or cold) as a condiment on eggs, sandwiches and wraps, atop meats or potatoes, and mixed with vegetable side dishes. When chilled, blend it with sour cream or yogurt and serve as a relish or dip.
Rather than french fries or baked potato, try fried eggplant or squash with tomato gravy.
Great texture and vitamin packed!

Recipe below

As always, please feel free to phone the farm for special requests or special orders. We'll do everything we can to accommodate you. If you need something from the Farmers Market in Plant City, it is best to phone by Wednesday afternoon.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services visits to our farm regularly to test our soil and plants. For more information about our farming techniques, and the testing we undergo, please click here.

Gran'ma Angie thanks you for the bags! She hopes you will keep on bringing 'em. Thanks for "recycling" your plastic bags with us!

From the Farmers Market:

Asparagus
Tomatoes

Eggplant

Cucumbers
Green and Red Bell Peppers
Green Jalapenos (be sure to remove the seeds!)

Sweet Cubanella Peppers
Poblano Peppers

Carrots

Sweet Potatoes

Baking Potatoes

Red Skin Potatoes
White Skin Potatoes

Yellow Squash
Zucchini Squash (very tender!)
Butternut Squash

Yellow Onions
Scallion Onions
Red Radish
Beets

Celery
Cabbage
Romaine

Head Lettuce
FLORIDA Avocados
Lemons

Limes
Gala Apples
Watermelon

Bananas
Shelled Zipper Peas 2lb bags $8 (phone to order)

Shelled Black-eye Peas 2lb bags $8 (phone to order)

From the Farm:

Reservations being taken for our specialty Traditional Southern Field Peas (phone to order please)
Pesticide-free Okra

Where we will be this week:

Friday - Rolo will be at our Spring Hill Drive location next to the Chevron location. Be sure to phone the farm for any special orders!

Saturday - Joann will be at the Hernando County Farmers Market on Hwy 19 with 40 other vendors! Come browse, shop, and visit with your neighbors - it's an all 'round enjoyable time. You'll also be supporting local businesses by visiting their booths.

Saturday and everyday - Gran'ma Angie, Nana Phyllis, Joann and Rolo will be at the Produce Barn until 6PM.

For our Calendar of Locations, and special times and dates for August and September, please click here, or click on the Calendar Tab at the top of this page.

Recipes for the Week: