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(Carrots and scale pictured are not included in this offer and are only in the picture for demonstration purposes.)
🌾 Field Notes This Week
A quick update from the field: Delicata squash is few and far between right now, and the tomatillos are still too small for the most part. We’re keeping an eye on both and will share more as the season progresses. Thank you for your patience and understanding—it’s been a season of ups and downs, and we appreciate you being along for the ride.
What’s In Your Share This Week
Here’s a peek at what’s available this week:
- Beets
- Bunching Onions
- Cauliflower
- Celery
- Chives
- Cilantro
- Lebanese Cucumbers
- Curly Leaf Parsley
- Prizm Kale
- Romaine Lettuce
- Mint
- White Button Mushrooms
- Yellow Onions
- Green Bell Peppers
- Hot Mix Peppers
- Jalapeño Peppers
- Red Bell Peppers
- Radicchio
- Purple Top Turnips
- Green Zucchini
Recipe of the Week
Honey-Glazed Roasted Beets & Purple Top Turnips
This simple, earthy side dish lets the natural sweetness of beets and Tokyo turnips shine. Roasting brings out their deep, caramelized flavours, while a touch of honey and balsamic vinegar adds a lovely glaze. It’s a perfect accompaniment to any fall meal.
- 4–5 medium beets, topped and scrubbed (peeling optional)
- 1 bunch Purple Top Turnips, greens removed and roots halved or quartered
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or mint) for garnish
Instructions:
- Prep the vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Scrub the beets clean and cut them into 1-inch chunks. Trim the turnips and cut them into halves or quarters, depending on size.
- Toss and Season: In a large bowl, toss the beets and turnips with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the beets are fork-tender and the turnips are golden at the edges.
- Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle over the roasted vegetables and toss gently to coat. Return to the oven for another 5–10 minutes until the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
- Finish and serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Bonus tip: Don’t toss those turnip greens! They’re delicious sautéed with garlic and olive oil, or added to soups and stir-fries.
🥬 Spotlight on… Purple Top Turnips & Beets
Purple top turnips get their name from their striking appearance—a vibrant purple crown that fades into a creamy white base. They’re one of the most classic and recognizable turnip varieties.
Unlike some turnips that can be sharp or bitter, purple tops have a mild, slightly sweet flavour with a pleasant peppery finish. They’re incredibly versatile and can be eaten raw, roasted, mashed, or added to soups and stews.
Both the root and the greens are edible. The greens have a mild, slightly peppery flavour and are excellent sautéed, steamed, or added to soups.
Storage: Separate the greens from the roots before storing. Keep the roots in a perforated bag in the crisper drawer for up to two weeks. Store the greens separately in a damp paper towel and use within a few days.
Prep: Give them a good scrub and trim the ends. Larger turnips may benefit from peeling, but smaller ones are tender enough to leave unpeeled. They can be eaten raw (sliced thin in salads), roasted, mashed, or pickled.
Don’t waste the greens: Sauté them with garlic and olive oil, or chop them into soups and stews for a nutritious boost.
Beets get their deep red colour from betalain, a natural pigment also found in Swiss chard (their leafy cousin!). Unlike some natural dyes, betalain is water-soluble—which is why beet juice can stain your hands and cutting boards.
Beet greens are incredibly nutritious—packed with vitamins A, C, and K, plus calcium and iron. If your beets come with greens attached, don’t toss them!
Storage: Cut the greens off about 2 inches from the root and store them separately. The roots will keep in the crisper drawer for several weeks; the greens should be used within a few days.
Roasting tip: Wrap whole beets in foil and roast at 400°F for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender. Once cool, the skins slip off easily with a paper towel.
