This week at the Groton Farmer’s Market at Williams Barn, Patti from On The Edge Knife Sharpening will sharpen knives, scissors, paper-cutter blades and even garden tools. The weather forecast is for 60% chance of rain, but the Market goes on unless there’s a thunderstorm, and most of the vendors have tents, so plan to come with your umbrella.
We’re featuring music by Ukulele Union.
Fall fruits on sale will include peaches, apples, pears, plums and fall crops of raspberies and strawberries. The farmers report that this may be the last week for cherry tomatoes and some of the summer vegetables, so it’s time to stock up for your freezer. Plus you can decorate with Groton fall abundance: gourds, pumpkins large and small, asters, mums, zinnias, and gladiola. Don’t forget the ready-made treats like honey sticks, bagels, cookies, marshmallows, baklava, plants, pasture-raised meats, pasta and sauce. Groton Local will be collecting food pantry and produce items. The Groton Farmers Market is at the Williams Barn every Friday from 3-6 p.m. at 160 Chicopee Row. The Market will end on October 7; check www.williamsbarn.org for more information.
Last week, I bought leeks from Chad Spiczka and new potatoes from Drema Cady and made the best leek and potato soup ever! Here’s the recipe for All Groton Potato Leek Soup:
Recipe: All-Groton Potato Leek Soup
Summary: Best-Ever Potato Leek Soup from the Groton Farmer’s Market
Ingredients
- 3 cups sliced leeks, white and tender green parts
- 3 cups peeled and roughly chopped potatoes
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 11/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1/3 cup minced chives or parsley
Instructions
- In a large heavy saucepan, bring the leeks, potatoes, water, and salt to the boil over high heat.
- Cover partially, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Correct the seasoning, to taste, and puree with a handheld immersion blender, or in batches in a food processor.
- Whisk in the cream and reheat before serving.
- Top each serving with a sprinkling of fresh chives.
Preparation time: 15 minute(s)
Cooking time: 35 minute(s)
Number of servings (yield): 6
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