Category Archives: food

Veggie of the Week! Cucumber!

Posted on July 28, 2013 by gtcspringfield

Cucumber This week at Eats! we served quick pickles, which is a simple recipe to follow. But before we get to the recipes, here are some quick facts. Cucumbers are summer vegetables that are available in the Northeast from June … Continue reading →

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Veggie of the Week! Swiss Chard!

Posted on July 20, 2013 by gtcspringfield

Swiss Chard Swiss Chard is a beet grown for its leaves rather than its root. First cultivated in parts of Europe and in the Mediterranean. It’s appreciated for it’s acid-sweet flavor and there are several varieties: red, green and rainbow … Continue reading →

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We’re doing big things! GTC Eats!

Posted on July 16, 2013 by gtcspringfield

We’re four weeks into our GTC Eats! program and there are exciting things happening! Here’s a picture of last week’s share box: You can expect to see the same type of veggie each week depending on where we are in … Continue reading →

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GTC Annual Plant Sale + Gardener’s Gathering: May 11th 9-1pm

Posted on April 27, 2013 by gtcspringfield

 Gardening The Community’s Annual Spring Plant Sale!   Dear GTC Friends,  GTC is proud to announce our Annual Spring Plant Sale! When: Saturday, May 11 9am-1pm Where: 256 Hancock St. Garden Please join us in our annual Spring Plant Sale Event, happening … Continue reading →

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Garlic Scape Pesto

Posted on July 18, 2012 by gtcspringfield

If you are curious about what you’re going to do with those long green things included in your vegetable box this week worry no more.  They’re actually called Garlic Scapes and are the “flower stalks” of the Garlic plant. Garlic Scape … Continue reading →

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Mason Square Farmers Market

Posted on July 16, 2012 by gtcspringfield

This past weekend the GTC crew had many great treats for the Mason Square Farmers Market. Among the fresh veggies at the market were beets, cucumber, squash, kale, string beans, and tomatoes (that’s not including herbs!). Check out the photos from … Continue reading →

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