Yellow crookneck squash is a summer squash variety with a vibrant yellow skin and a distinctive curved neck. It has a mild, slightly sweet flavor with a tender, slightly nutty taste when cooked. The flesh is soft and juicy, with a smooth texture that holds up well to various cooking methods such as sautéing, roasting, or grilling. Yellow crookneck squash is commonly used in stir-fries, casseroles, and side dishes, and pairs well with herbs like thyme, basil, and garlic. Its mild flavor makes it a versatile vegetable for both savory and lightly sweet preparations.
Also available during the season: Baby Italian Squash, 10#- #50305 Baby Sunburst (yellow pattypan) Squash, 10#- #50325 Baby Summer (green papptypan) Squash, 10#- #50320
Seasonality/Availability:
Available seasonally, typically warm summer months
Baby mixed summer squash refers to small, tender varieties of summer squash, typically including zucchini, yellow squash, and sometimes other heirloom varieties. These squashes have a delicate, slightly sweet flavor and a smooth, edible skin. Their flesh is firm yet softens quickly when cooked, making them ideal for quick sautéing, grilling, or roasting. The vibrant colors, ranging from pale green to golden yellow, make them visually appealing in dishes like salads, stir-fries, or pasta. Baby mixed summer squash retains a light, fresh taste that pairs well with herbs, olive oil, and mild cheeses....
Honeynut squash is a small, sweet variety of butternut squash with a rich, caramel-like flavor and smooth, orange flesh. Its smaller size and thicker skin make it easy to roast whole, and its texture becomes creamy and tender when cooked. The taste is naturally sweet with subtle nutty notes, and it pairs well with both savory and sweet seasonings like cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic, and rosemary. Honeynut squash is ideal for roasting, pureeing into soups, or adding to salads, offering a delicate sweetness that enhances autumnal and hearty dishes.
Delicata squash is a small, sweet winter squash with a creamy, mild flavor and a tender, edible skin. Its flesh is golden yellow with orange streaks, and it has a smooth, slightly nutty taste, often compared to sweet potato or butternut squash. Delicata squash is easy to prepare, as its skin softens when cooked, eliminating the need for peeling. It can be roasted, stuffed, or sautéed, and pairs wonderfully with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cumin, as well as with maple syrup, garlic, and herbs. Its versatility makes it a favorite in fall and winter dishes.
Sugar pie pumpkins are small, sweet pumpkins with a smooth, dense flesh that has a rich, earthy flavor and a natural sweetness. Their texture is velvety and creamy when cooked, making them ideal for pureeing. Often used in pies, soups, and baked goods, sugar pie pumpkins bring a subtle, nutty sweetness to desserts like pumpkin pie or muffins. Their tender skin and smaller size also make them easier to cook and handle compared to larger pumpkin varieties, and they pair beautifully with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
A 4 pound pumpkin should yield roughly a cup and a half of mashed...
Sugar pie pumpkins are small, sweet pumpkins with a smooth, dense flesh that has a rich, earthy flavor and a natural sweetness. Their texture is velvety and creamy when cooked, making them ideal for pureeing. Often used in pies, soups, and baked goods, sugar pie pumpkins bring a subtle, nutty sweetness to desserts like pumpkin pie or muffins. Their tender skin and smaller size also make them easier to cook and handle compared to larger pumpkin varieties, and they pair beautifully with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
A 4 pound pumpkin should yield roughly a cup and a half of mashed...
88ct, 40# case (#10185) 125ct, 40# case (#10175) Apple Hill, Seasonally, 40# case (#10202)
Seasonality/Availability:
Available year round, locally in the fall from Larsen Apple Barn
Gala apples ripen in August and are the first variety harvested by Larsen Apple Barn in Placerville. Their dense flesh is creamy yellow and crisp, offering a mildly sweet flavor and flora aroma with red stripes over a pale yellow background.
Kabocha squash, often called Japanese pumpkin, is a sweet, dense, and creamy winter squash. Its skin is dark green with occasional patches of orange, while the flesh is deep yellow or orange. The flavor is rich, slightly nutty, and mildly sweet, often compared to a blend of pumpkin and sweet potato. When cooked, its texture becomes smooth and velvety, making it ideal for soups, purees, roasting, or stews. The edible skin softens upon cooking, adding an extra layer of flavor and nutrition.
80ct, 40# case (#10145) Pound (#100146) Apple Hill, Seasonal, 40# case (#10203)
Seasonality/Availability:
Available year round and grown locally in the fall from Larsen Apple Barn
Golden-yellow in color with firm white flesh, balanced sweetness and acidity. This multipurpose work horse can handle many preparations. Good for eating out of hand and in salads as well as being cooked and used in tarts and pies.