Week Seven | Summer’s Edge: Squash, Snap Beans & a Blooming
The shift from spring to summer is starting to show in every corner of the farm — the air is thicker, the days are longer, and the harvest is beginning to reflect that summer glow. This week’s CSA box is a beautiful blend of spring holdovers and early summer arrivals: crisp arugula, sweet spring onions, and tender topped petit turnips are paired with Southern-grown patty pan squash, zucchini, and snap beans. It’s a share that’s begging for a grill, a skillet, and a little outdoor gathering.
At Stone Hollow, the bouquets are blooming, the hens are laying, and our team is working hard to keep up with everything the season brings. This week, you’ll also find our house-made veggie soup and farm-fresh eggs tucked into your share, plus a crusty boule from Hinkle’s to make the perfect pairing. We’ve pulled together recipes to help you turn these ingredients into meals that feel as abundant and lively as the farm does at this time of year.
WHAT's IN THE BASKET?
From Our Farm |
- Farm-Fresh Eggs
- Vegetable Soup
- Fresh-Cut Bouquet
From Friends |
Arugula | Love Light
Spring Onions | Love Light
Topped Petit Turnips | Love Light
Patty Pan Squash | Dothan
Zucchini | Dothan
Snap Beans | Florida
Mushrooms | Grandview
Boule | Hinkle’s Bakery
With every share, we’re reminded that the season is changing — and with it, the flavors, colors, and rhythms of the farm. Thanks for being part of this journey with us.
RECIPES FROM FRIENDS
1. Italian Stuffed Patty Pan Squash
A delightful vegetarian dish featuring patty pan squash stuffed with quinoa, spinach, garlic, and heirloom tomatoes, all nestled in a fresh tomato sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese.
🔗 Healthy World Cuisine
2. Roasted Patty Pan Squash with Herbs & Feta
Tender squash roasted to perfection and topped with fresh herbs and tangy feta.
🔗 Bread & Wonderment
3. Roasted Patty Pan Squash with Garlic & Parmesan
Golden, crispy-edged squash with savory garlic and Parmesan — simple and satisfying.
🔗 I’d Rather Be a Chef
4. Lemon Butter Green Beans with Garlic & Parmesan
Bright and buttery green beans tossed with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
🔗 Mother Thyme
5. Sugar Snap Pea and Fava Salad with Buffalo Mozzarella
A vibrant salad combining blanched sugar snap peas, fava beans, spring onions, arugula, mint, and basil, all dressed with lemon juice, champagne vinegar, and olive oil, then served alongside torn buffalo mozzarella.
🔗 EyeSwoon
6. Savory French Toast
Peppery arugula and earthy mushrooms atop toasted bread, crowned with a perfectly poached egg — ideal for brunch or a light lunch.
🔗 Good Mood Food
7. Pan-Fried Turnips with Thyme and Breadcrumbs
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring hakurei turnips pan-fried in ghee, seasoned with fresh thyme, and finished with a sprinkle of homemade breadcrumbs.
🔗 Naturally Ella
8. Garlic & Butter Roasted Turnips
Tender salad turnips roasted with unpeeled garlic cloves, shallots, fresh thyme, and melted butter, creating a flavorful and comforting side dish.
🔗 Dishing Up The Dirt
Join Us for a Floral Arrangement Class on the Farm!
We’re thrilled to announce our new Farm Floral Arrangement Classes with dates in spring, summer, and fall — and the first one is just around the corner on May 10th , the Saturday before Mother’s Day!
This makes the perfect experience to gift or share with someone special — whether it’s your mom, daughter, sister, or a dear friend. Come spend a beautiful day at the farm, learning to design with fresh seasonal blooms grown right here at Stone Hollow.
View Class Details + Reserve Your Spot
We’d love to have you join us for this creative, joy-filled gathering surrounded by flowers and fresh air!
