Our fabulous farmers
We are fortunate at the farm for a multitude of reasons. We are tasked with tending land that has been sacred to those that came before us for generation upon generation. We get to share our farm space with our community through educational classes and workshops, field trips, and volunteering. We share our harvest with our community through our CSA program and farm stand. We get to share our passion for growing food in a way that addresses food insecurity and environmental justice, through soil-building and considering the agroecological impacts of our farming style. As farmers, we are all here because we are passionate about making an impact on our food system at the local level and discovering ways to farm in a way that is responsible and regenerative to the land.
We are also lucky to be part of a team made of individuals with unique skills and perspectives, that help us grow together (literally). This recipe was made yesterday by Paul Maschka, our venerable Farm Educator and Mentor, in our outdoor kitchen. Please enjoy.
Butternut Squash Fries
Ingredients
Butternut Squash
Salt and Pepper
Olive Oil
Water
Nutritional Yeast, to taste
Method
Peel butternut squash with a sharp knife, remove seeds
Cut into 1/2 inch sticks or half-moons
Toss with olive oil and salt and pepper
Sauté over medium-high heat in a large skillet with half a cup of water for 5-8 minutes
or bake on sheet pan in 400 degree preheated oven for 15 - 20 minutes
Sprinkle nutritional yeast over top and serve hot
Fries should still be firm and not mushy
Some of the harvest, curing