Savor the Central Coast 2011

We all had a great time at the Savor Event this

past weekend.  Rutiz Farms had a booth in the

'Farmer's Tent' where we were allowed to do

a display that represented what we grow.

Maureen put together a fantastic display that was

very colorful and eye catching.  Everyone seemed

to be having a great time and it was great talking

to people  about what we do at the farm.

All the farmers had posters with their

pictures on it hanging behind them

which was a very nice touch.  

The event was a class act from start

to finish. and we are so glad we 

participated.

Artistic Pumpkins in the Patch

Here's a look at a few of the pumpkins that

were engraved in our patch a couple of 

weeks ago.  There are some beauties

out there!

U-PICK STRAWBERRIES

OUR  STRAWBERRY FIELD IS NOW OPEN FOR U-PICK  TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 1 P.M. TO 5:30 P.M. AND SAT. FROM 10 A.M.TO 2:30 P.M.   NOW IS THE TIME TO STOCK YOUR FREEZER, MAKE JAM OR JUST EAT TO YOUR HEART'S CONTENT!

Anytime Chicken & Cabbage Soup Recipe

Here is the recipe for the soup we sampled at the farm yesterday.

ANYTIME CHICKEN AND CABBAGE SOUP 
(adapted from The Shwartzbein Principle)

1 lb. chicken (thighs, breasts or whatever)
1 small head of cabbage-shredded
5 medium carrots-chopped
2 celery stalks-chopped
1 clove garlic-minced
2 lbs. peeled tomatoes, chopped
1/2 tsp. dried thyme (optional)
1 bay leaf (optional)
4 cups chicken stock
2T fresh lemon juice or cider vinegar
In a large heavy-bottomed soup pot bring all ingredients except
for the lemon juice or vinegar to a boil.  Simmer for 1 hour.
Remove chicken and shred or dice and add back to pot.
Remove bay leaf.  Add lemon juice or cider vinegar.  Season
to taste with salt and pepper.