Spring is coming!


Spring is coming!

After a long winter we are excited for what 2015 has to offer. With the loss of our beloved dog Jackson we have welcomed our newest addition to the farm family, Gus. He’s going to see a lot of changes …

Another growing season comes to an end


Another growing season comes to an end

Despite significant weather challenges in 2014 we have had another year of quality production, thanks to our great team and our ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction. We are looking forward to 2015 already!…

Chromczak Farms fabricates new Asparagus Riders.


Chromczak Farms fabricates new Asparagus Riders.

These new 5 person harvesting aids will be put to the test this spring with our first asparagus harvest. The machines were built with a robust steel frame, aggressive 24″ tires, 13hp Honda engines and a heavy duty Peerless hydrostatic …

Roasted Parmesan Asparagus


Ingredients:
1 lb asparagus
olive oil
Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Clean and break off tough ends of asparagus.
2. Roll asparagus in olive oil, coating each one.
3. Place asparagus on cookie sheet.
4. Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes,

Roasted Asparagus


Makes 4 Servings

Ingredients:

1 lb asparagus
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or 1/4 teaspoon regular table salt)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Cut off the woody bottom part of the asparagus spears and

Watermelon Summer Salad


Makes 6 Servings

 

  • 3/4 cup halved, thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 quarts seeded, cubed watermelon
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup pitted black olive halves
  • 1 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons

Avocado Watermelon Spinach Salad


Makes 4 Servings

 

  • 2 large avocados – peeled, pitted and diced
  • 4 cups cubed watermelon
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

 

Directions

  1. In a salad bowl, toss together the avocado, watermelon cubes and

Watermelon Salsa


Makes 2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups seeded and coarsely chopped watermelon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons seeded, chopped Anaheim chile
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

 

Directions

  1. In a serving bowl, mix together the watermelon, onion,

Watermelon Cooler


Ingredients

  • 8 cups (1/2-inch) watermelon cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups ginger ale
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 (6-oz.) can frozen limeade concentrate

Preparation

  1. 1. Place watermelon cubes in a single layer in an extra-large zip-top plastic freezer bag, and freeze 8 hours.