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This beetroot recipe was donated by our very own treasurer (many thanks Alan!): 1 onion chopped in quarters, 1 large or 2 small beetroots peeled, 1 bay leaf (remove before liquidising) 1 pint of vegetable stock (stock cubes+water), Cook thoroughly … Continue reading →

(Recipe idea from Jane). Another recipe which is quick, easy and makes good use of the veg we are currently getting in our boxes.  It looks very pretty too because there’s lots of colour in the serving dish. Warm winter … Continue reading →

(Recipe idea donated by Jane): I wonder whether other CSA members get to a Wednesday evening and find they haven’t used all their veg? Or maybe they think they’ve got more onions than Watch Oak Farm? Or not sure what … Continue reading →

“What can I do with Kohl rabi?” is the question most often heard when collecting veg. Well, here’s a page all about Kohl rabi, including a recipe for Greek Style Kohl rabi: http://www.vegbox-recipes.co.uk/ingredients/kohl-rabi.php.

What could be a better suggestion with what to do with all those carrots, cabbage and onion?

Many of the vegetables at this time of the year (eg cauliflower, beans, carrots, onions) can be used to make piccalilli. Here is a river cottage recipe: http://nipitinthebud.wordpress.com/2010/09/06/making-piccalilli/

I made chard pesto last year and absolutely no-one noticed it wasn’t basil: http://vegbox-recipes.co.uk/recipes/swiss-chard-recipe-1.php?

If you find you have too much beetroot, try this popular River Cottage recipe for beetroot relish http://www.foodloversbritain.com/FoodMatters/Recipies/Preserves/Roasted-Sweet-Beetroot-Relish/

Try Jamie Oliver’s delicious mixture of roast veg