Archive for October, 2006

October 30th–Just Picked Greens & Arugala

I just picked some of the nicest mixed greens and arugala and they are still for sale. Also:

Basil ,Thyme, Oregano, fresh

Basil Pesto

Amish Wine and Chocolate Cheese and Egg Noodles.

Marinara Sauce

Chili Sauce

Granolas

Don’t forget the soap and herbal care for the Holidays. I ship too!

 

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CSA Information Sheet 2007

CSA PROGRAMS CLOSED FOR 2007 THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT
Organic Vegies, Sauces, Granola PLUS Naturally fed, free Range Poultry and Eggs. NEW IN 2007: Certified Organic Raw Milk, Amish Cheese shares may be added to a Vegie share for $130.00 for the summer. That is 2 lbs per mos. Choose: Horseradish, Cheddar, Monteray Jack, or Pepper Jack(Wine and Chocolate flavoured Cheeses, also Amish but not Certified. )
Hello and thank you for your inquiry about Organic Produce Shares at M’s Organic Farm where we support a Cruelty Free Animal Environment & FREE Dozen Eggs with every new subscription.

We specialize in Greens(Greens, Arugala, Spinach,& more ), expect them in every box,& as part of your share. You may choose to  receive either 2 Chickens every month(June-October) or Chicken in June,July Aug,Sept. & October.No antibiotics, Chickens 4-5 lbs,vegetarian fed, frozen & FDA inspected!! **unless you choose veggie only box.  
**2lbs. of Certified Organic, Raw Milk Chees per mos add: $130.00
** 2 Dozen organic eggs can be added to ANY box, Add $27.00 to any subscription. See our Poultry selections also. Poultry & Eggs sold only as part of CSA program, not separately.
 We also grow onion, jalapenos, Bell Peppers, Basil, Dill, Thyme, Cilantro, Garlic,Oregano & Sage,Pole or String Beans, Eggplant, Radish, Carrot, Beet, Specialty Squashes,Pumpkins, Cuks,  Winter Squash and of course Tomatoes.  You can expect to see any and all of these in your box(seasonal)   Each week you will CHECK THIS SITE FOR an explanation of items in the box and probably a recipe or two. You may occasional receive our famous Cinnamon Almond Raisin Granola or one of our dressings, Pestos or Salsas.
We make a special canned marinara sauce, Soup Bases, Basil and cilantro Pestos, hot chili sauce   as well as dried herbs which are available   A LL   W I N T E R  L O N G.
Many people don’t understand how farming works. Your weekly box will contain whatever skill and Mother Nature can provide at that time. $25.00 of Vegies will supplement a meat eaters dining or provide a lot for a Vegan.
   By prepaying for the year you  be assured a  a subscription of whatever is growing that week for 19 weeks.  In other words, if you are looking for tomatoes in June.  You won’t see them.  No one has tomatoes in Illinois in June. But you will, perhaps, find: radish, beets, onion, garlic, spinach, always, a mix of greens, fresh herbs. The greens are always there and whatever else is growing.  You will have many recipes and suggestions on cooking and eating Greens.
You may have a jar of canned marinara one week early on and then in the fall. Unless you specify otherwise, you may see our Cinnamon Almond Granola, or Chocolate Zucchini Bread or even  one of our dressings or fresh salsas in a basket.   We try to make it as varying and interesting and healthy as Mother Nature allows. I hope this helps.
Share price:  for 19 weeks. Beginning  June (TBA) END-  Oct.(TBA)
Vegies  += $475.00  VEgie + 5 whole chickens  =$575.00  Vegie+10  chickens =$675.00(chickens 4 -5 lbs each)
Remember for : Eggs, add $27.00 to any package.
Remember to add: Certified Organic, Raw Milk Amish Cheese $130.00

Know that we produce all plant based soaps as well as a whole, all natural Hebal Care Line called Mountain Moon here at the farm. See link   http://www.localharvest.org/store/body-care.jsp
Shares are prepaid and picked up: 1.  Wednesdays @ the Farm, between noon and 7 pm  or  at  North Riverside Market  Saturday mornings by noon.  Shares picked up at market must prearrange, please. No switching of pickups and if you go on vacation, why not arrange for a friend to enjoy your box?
Hope to see you this summer at the farm!  (No Please no dogs @ farm & keep children on a leash J)
MM Graff
I  get excited when some new friend asks about the CSA, All things Organic program!! It means folks are getting the idea that Organic & Locally grown food has so much more energy than “other” produce.  It’s good to see people taking care of themselves, the environment and their families.  We know that it may be easier to go to the local superstore. Just like we know it is easier to gas and spray our food but we choose not to. We emply sustainable agricultural practices.
Our promise to you is that we will provide high quality produce, raised in Organic farming practices with the highest respect for all living things and to try to make you happy.  Thank you for blessing us with your order!
————————————————Tear and Send with Check or Money Order Make payable to: MM Graff——————————————-
    Name:————————————– —–I will pick up: 1.   at the farm on Wed.(noon to 7pm) or 2.  North Riverside on  Sats. 8-noon.  Please remember times.
     No. of Shares:————– Vegie only box $475.00, Vegie +5chickens $575 or Vegie +10 chickens $675.00 (circle one)* I’m adding $27.00 for eggs. 2doz/month.  *__I am adding $130.00 for Certified Raw Milk Cheeses.Circle first choices: Cheddar, Monty Jack, Pepper jack, horseradish.
    Email: (PLEASE!! )________ ______     How you heard about M’s  ____________
Note: I prefer emailing as I’m always outside, please and thanks.

 

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Winter Wonderland at M’s Organic & Mountain MoonPLUS PRODUCE!

JUST picked some awesome mixed greens and Arugala today, still for sale. Also:

basil pesto45.00

amish wine cheese

amish egg noodles45.50

Fresh: basil and oregano and thyme$3.00

& this years marinara sauce: l pt $6.00 

We have great gift baskets and stocking  stuffers in the offseason.

Check out our Mountain Moon Herbal CAre Products at www.localharvest.org/store/m6694

We also would be happy to put a farm basket together for you: Marinara Sauce, Chili Sauce, Jalepeno Marinade and Dry Herbs.

We still have frozen Basil and Cilantro Pestos available.

msorganicfarm@juno.com

Thanks for supporting local, organic farmers.

M

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CSA for October 18, 2006-Last day. Thank You!!

It’s hard to believe the year is over. Thank you for your support.

1. Please take a bag from the bottom of the frige.

2. Please take a Pesto from the freezer portion of same frige(it’s in the door part)

3.  Please choose a box from the tables to the left of the frige.

Salsa,($6.00) Amish Noodles(5.50) & Amish Cheeses (priced as marked)available in the refrigerator.

 Pumpkin

Squash

Squash

Greens

Dried Italian Blend Herbs

Arugala

Pole Beans

Granola

Tomato Basil Pesto: frozen

M’s Organic Farm Recommends “DAN WITH TOOLS”-McHenry County. General Handyman and Repair Service, Insurred. Good Honest Work with reasonable prices.

815-790-5542

Next Years CSA Program now underway.

Thanks for supporting Organic, Local farmers.

MM  Graff 

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CSA for October llth -WEDNESDAY ONLY

If you have egg cartons, could you please bring them.

This is your 2nd to last pickup and you last Egg pickup for those who subscribe.

Keep me in mind for Christmas and other gifts. The store: www.localharvest.org/store/M6694

This week:

Greens-see recipe

Toms

Herbs: SAge,  Basil and hot peppers(see recipes)

Pumpkin for eating

Squash:  butternut-see recipe

Pole Beans

&  eggs for those that subscribe.

Butternut Squash w/SAge Pizza: http://iccaustin.coop/french/squashpizza.txt

Use this recipe for any and all greens:  http://www.all-creatures.org/recipes/chard-curry.html

Beans: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-green-beans/detail.aspx

Pumpkin Bisque: http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/527/Rattlers_Pumpkin_Bisque42337.shtml

A Pumpkin Chipolte Soupe recipe   http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,1977,FOOD_9936_6770,00.html

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CSA for October 11th- SATURDAY ONLY CSA

Wednesday CSA,see your post

Thank you for your support this year and my apologies for missing last SAturday.

If you have egg cartons, could you please bring them.

Keep me in mind for Christmas and other gifts. The store: www.localharvest.org/store/M6694

Double Bags of:

Greens

Toms

Herbs: SAge, Parsley, Basil and hot peppers(see recipes)

Pumpkin for eating

Squash: festival, & butternut

Pole Beans

For the winter:

Herbed oil

Tomato Basil Pesto

Granola

Dried Herb Combo

& 2 dozen eggs for those that subscribe.

Butternut Squash w/SAge Pizza: http://iccaustin.coop/french/squashpizza.txt

Use this recipe for any and all greens:  http://www.all-creatures.org/recipes/chard-curry.html

Beans: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-green-beans/detail.aspx

Pumpkin Bisque: http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/527/Rattlers_Pumpkin_Bisque42337.shtml

A Pumpkin Chipolte Soupe recipe   http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,1977,FOOD_9936_6770,00.html

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CSA for Cctober 4, 2006

Greetings!

I will not be available this Wednesday, I will be in Kansas due to death in family.  Please follow directions and email me with any concerns.

Greens

Basil Herb

Herb Bag: Parsley, garlic, peppers

Pole Beans

Tomatos

Eating Pumpkin

Please , Please eat these pumpkins. They are Sugar Pumpkins for eating and toast the seeds too.  See the white card to left of frige for Pumpkin Chipolte Recipe or see link below. You can use second herb bag in that recipe.

Pumpkin Bisque: http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/527/Rattlers_Pumpkin_Bisque42337.shtml

A Pumpkin Chipolte Soupe recipe   http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,1977,FOOD_9936_6770,00.html

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