Munay Kitchen's Inspiration for Home Cooking: Week 6 of our Fall CSA

Let's create a delicious and nutritious weekly dinner plan using your fall CSA farm share. We include whole grains and plant-based protein sources to keep things balanced and satisfying.

Weekly Dinner Plan

Monday

• Main Dish: Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry

• Side: Brown Rice

• Salad: Lettuce Mix with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

Tuesday

• Main Dish: Chard and White Bean Stew

• Side: Quinoa

• Salad: Baby Spinach with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Wednesday

• Main Dish: Potato and Lentil Shepherd's Pie

• Side: Steamed Cauliflower

• Salad: Lettuce Mix with Olive Oil and Vinegar

Thursday

• Main Dish: Spinach and Tofu Stir-Fry

• Side: Brown Rice

• Salad: Chard and Scallion Slaw

Friday

• Main Dish: Cauliflower and Black Bean Tacos

• Side: Quinoa

• Salad: Baby Spinach with Avocado Dressing

Saturday

• Main Dish: Potato and Chickpea Curry

• Side: Brown Rice

• Salad: Lettuce Mix with Citrus Dressing

Sunday

• Main Dish: Chard and Lentil Soup

• Side: Whole Wheat Bread

• Salad: Baby Spinach with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Grocery List for Whole Grains and Plant-Based Proteins

• Brown Rice

• Quinoa

• Lentils

• Chickpeas

• Black Beans

• Tofu

• Whole Wheat Bread

We hope this meal plan helps you make the most of your CSA farm share while keeping your dinners delicious and nutritious! Enjoy your meals!

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Week 5 of our Fall CSA: What a flavorful Harvest!

This week's CSA share is overflowing with delicious fall produce! Let's dive into some plant-based recipe ideas to help you make the most of your bounty.

Salad Ideas

1. Autumn Crunch Salad: Combine lettuce mix, radicchio, kale, and carrots for a vibrant and crunchy salad. Toss with a maple-balsamic vinaigrette and top with toasted walnuts or sunflower seeds.

2. Roasted Beet and Avocado Salad: Roast beets until tender, then toss with salad mix, radicchio, and avocado slices. Drizzle with a lemon-tahini dressing.

   
   

Hearty Mains

3. Poblano and Delicata Squash Soup: Roast poblano peppers and delicata squash, then blend with vegetable broth, onions, and garlic for a creamy and flavorful soup. Add a dollop of plant-based yogurt or sour cream for extra richness.

4. Roasted Root Vegetable Curry: Toss carrots, beets, salad turnips, and potatoes with curry powder, cumin, and other spices. Roast until tender and caramelized. Serve over rice or quinoa.

   
   

Vegetable-Packed Sides

5. Buttercup Squash and Kale Gratin: Layer buttercup squash slices, kale, and a creamy plant-based béchamel sauce in a baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs and cheese, then bake until golden brown.

6. Spicy Vegetable Stir-Fry: Sauté onions, garlic, hot peppers, and a variety of your CSA vegetables. Add tofu or tempeh for a protein boost. Serve over rice or noodles.

   
   

Flavorful Sauces and Dressings

7. Cilantro-Lime Dressing: Combine cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and your favorite seasonings for a refreshing and flavorful dressing.

8. Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette: Whisk together maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard for a sweet and tangy dressing.

   
   

Remember to experiment and have fun with these recipes! You can mix and match ingredients, adjust seasonings to your taste, and create your own unique farm-based dishes. Enjoy the abundance of fresh, seasonal produce in your CSA share!

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Munay Kitchen Inspo for Home Cook

Tatsoi: A Versatile Green to Try

Tatsoi, a leafy green in the Brassica family, is a delicious and nutritious addition to your meals. With its mild flavor and tender texture, it can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes.

Cooking with Tatsoi

Tatsoi can be cooked in many ways, including:

• Stir-fries: Add tatsoi to your favorite stir-fry recipes for a boost of nutrients and flavor.

• Soups and stews: Toss tatsoi into soups and stews for a hearty and healthy meal.

• Salads: Use tatsoi as a base for salads or add it to mixed greens for a fresh and crunchy texture.

• Sautéed: Sauté tatsoi with other vegetables, such as carrots, beets, turnips, bunched broccoli, or delicata squash, for a simple yet flavorful side dish.

• Pasta dishes: Add tatsoi to pasta dishes for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Recipe Ideas for our Ananda Gardens CSA Members

Here are a few recipe ideas using tatsoi and other CSA ingredients:

• Tatsoi and Veggie Stir-Fry: Sauté tatsoi, carrots, beets, turnips, bunched broccoli, and onions in a wok with your favorite stir-fry sauce.

• Hearty Tatsoi Soup: Combine tatsoi, carrots, turnips, and delicata squash in a pot with vegetable broth, herbs, and spices. Simmer until the vegetables are tender.

• Tatsoi and Garlic Pasta: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add tatsoi, and cook until wilted. Toss with cooked pasta and Roasted pumpkin seeds.

Tips for Cooking Tatsoi

• Don't Overcook: Tatsoi can become tough if overcooked. Cook it quickly to preserve its tender texture.

• Experiment: Don't be afraid to experiment with different cooking methods and flavors to find your favorite way to enjoy tatsoi.

  
  

By incorporating tatsoi into your meals, you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious vegetable that is easy to grow and versatile in the kitchen.