Peaceful Pastures

News from The Farm

May 2011
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June Special
Grilled Pork Kebabs with Asian Flavors

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    Summer is here and did it ever get hot in a hurry! We have two interns for summer: Kelly (equine help) and Judy (large animal help). You will see them at the markets. If you haven't already, be sure to come over and say hi. Kelly is from Colorado State while Judy is from a small college in Michigan.

   The GA/FL trip was our largets volume (poundage) trip ever and we thank each of you for making it a success and your ongoing support of our small farm. After the delivery, I stayed for a special convention at Disney World and had the time of my life! Next trip is August 16/17.

    This year at Franklin and Forest Hills (and maybe the new HCA) markets we are also selling Kenny's Cheese. Free samples!

    Two litters of baby pigs were born this week and new kittens (adopted) added to the farm roster.

    The house swallows have returned and are again building a nest on the porch outside my office window. A pair of wrens have nested inside the screened in back porch and bluebirds are in a house on the fence outside the kitchen window.

    Miss Tina will be off  June 27-July 1 for a well deserved vacation and I will again be in the Customer Service seat. If you have any orders for delivery that week, it would be a HUGE help if you submit your order by noon, June 22nd.

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Tamworth sow grazing

FARMERS MARKET NEWS 

 

    CSA season has begun! We still have a few slots availbale, so if you are interested, let us know ASAP.

    We have added the Forest Hills Market in Brentwood (Saturdays 8am - 12pm)! Many of the same vendors as Franklin, but better parking and short lines!

    There is a new market on TUESDAYS starting June 7th: HCA market in Centennial Park from 3-6pm. Be sure to come out and support this important addition to the market family! 

June Special

 

BIG CHICKENS - All chickens 5.5 pounds and over ON SALE! Regular price $4.35/pound, on sale $3.85/pound. We'll deliver to markets for free, but you must pre-order. No minimum purchase and no limit. GA/FL customers: you can order now and lock in the special for the August trip.

 

Grilled Pork Kebabs with Asian Flavors

 

1/4 cup fish or soy sauce

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup lime juice

3 medium garlic cloves, minced

2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger

2 medium scallions, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons minced cilantro leaves

1 package (~1 pound Peaceful Pastures) cubed ham, thawed

 

Combine first 8 ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar, add pork and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour and up to 8 hours.

 

Preheat grill with all burners on high, about 15 minutes, then decrease heat to medium. Skewer meat while the grill heats. Grill the skewers, turning 90 degrees every 2 minutes. Internal temperature should read 140. Remove from heat, cover with inverted plate and allow to rest 10 minutes before serving.

JUNE Schedule 

 

Every Saturday -
 FRANKLIN FARMERS MARKET - 8 am - 1pm; CSA full share and half share pick up on the 4th
 WEST NASHVILLE FARMERS MARKET - 9 am - 12 pm; CSA full share and half share pick up on  the 18th
FOREST HILLS FARMERS MARKET - 8 am - 12pm; retail sales, order delivery

 

Every Wednesday - EAST NASHVILLE FARMERS MARKET -  3:30 - 6:30pm; CSA full share and half share pick up June 8th

 

June 22 - LINDEN CORNER/WALDORF SCHOOL -  Wednesday: 4 - 6pm; CSA full share and half share drop off and retail sales
 
June 22 - GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL -  Wednesday: 3:30 - 6:30 pm; CSA full share and half share  pick up and pre-paid order delivery

Contact Info
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