This week Virginia Members of our CSA enjoyed: Honeycrisp Apples Idared Apples Bosc Pears Half Gallon of Cider Sweet Potatoes Red Zeppelin Onions Garlic Kabocha Squash Herb Bouquet (Rosemary, Parsley, Thyme and Sage)
Enjoy Kuhn Orchards Produce through the Winter!!
There are a ton of ways that you can continue enjoying Kuhn Orchards produce throughout the winter! First, and easiest option: Purchase a half bushel of apples at the farmers market. There are a number of varieties which we recommend if you anticipate on storing your apples in the refrigerator for a long time. Pink Lady […]
Heirloom Pumpkins and Winter Squash
This information is originally from our “Vegetables” section on our website, but we wanted to feature it special in our newsletter/blog. Be sure to search for great pumpkin recipes on our website too. Make sweet and savory dishes like: Pumpkin Pudding, Pumpkin Bread, Harvest Loaf Cake, Harvest Cake and Pumpkin Pie!! We grow a wide variety of jack-o-lantern, pie and […]
How to Extend the Life of Your Heirloom Pumpkin or Winter Squash
If you do not plan to use your Heirloom Pumpkin or Winter Squash promptly, it is important that you prepare it for storage. Wipe the surface with a light bleach solution and pat dry. Store the pumpkin or squash in a cool dry location, preferably your basement or garage. Make sure the pumpkin or squash […]
How to Roast Winter Squash
Roasting Winter Squash is probably the most traditional way to prepare a squash. Once you become an expert at roasting squash, its a baseline for becoming more creative with other squash recipes. Preheat your oven to 375° F. Cut your squash long ways and scoop out the seeds and loose innards. Place squash halves cut-side […]
Apple Economics — 2012 Harvest Season
We have had a number of customers this fall comment that our apples at market are less expensive than the apples in the supermarket. We would like to explain our apple economics. The early spring that we have been referencing all season, was devastating to some apple producing regions in the United States. For instance, […]
Asian Pears…From Ugly Duckling to Lovely Swan
Asian Pears can accurately be dubbed “the ugly duckling” of the fruit world. They have a very thin skin and have the tendency to develop dark marks on their skin when they rub against each other. This marking is not a bruise, as the flesh of the Asian pear is still firm. However, once the […]
Crystal City Farmers Market — CHANGE IN LOCATION
Effective Tuesday, August 14th, the Crystal City Farmers Market will CHANGE LOCATION due to construction. The new market location is east of the Metro station entrance on 18th Street, and will be located between Buildings 251 (Wachovia Bank) and 241 in the courtyard. Market hours will remain the same (3pm – 7pm), and we will […]
One Peach. Two Peach. Yellow Peach. White Peach.
As you’ve probably noticed at our farmers markets, we bring different colored peaches and nectarines. Often times, we are asked “What’s the difference?” or “Which one is better?” And really, it depends on your taste preference. Kuhn Orchards grows high acid yellow peaches and low acid white peaches (and the same goes for our nectarines […]
How to Properly Keep Your Fresh Herbs
We cut our herbs fresh for you before each market. We grow a variety of them – Basil, Mint, Thyme, Sage, Rosemary, Cilantro, Dill, Oregano, Italian Flat Leaf Parsley, and more. Many times at the grocery store the bunches of herbs are kept in the refrigerated section with a water mister on them. This is […]
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