City Commons CSA

City Commons is a cooperative of Detroit farms raising food with common resources for common people in Metro Detroit.

We’ve moved!

We finally have our very own website! To keep up to date with what’s in the box and shared recipes and tips, visit us at our new website: http://citycommonscsa.com Click … Continue reading

August 17, 2013 · Leave a comment

2013 Week 9

Fruit!  Glorious fruit!  Tomatoes, squashes, cucumbers, apples, pears!  There’s some greens and herbs in there as well, but fruit! Collards (Saturday) from Vinewood Knoll Kale (Tuesday) from Vinewood Knoll and … Continue reading

August 10, 2013 · Leave a comment

Roasted Fish and Fennel Fronds

Fennel leaves (or fronds, if you’re fancy) are a really good seasoning for fish. Tilapia, salmon, or even self-caught bass or bluegills work in this simple recipe: Fish Roasted on … Continue reading

August 3, 2013 · Leave a comment

Mint Yogurt Sauce

This sauce is great on lamb chops, as a dip for anything fried, or as a condiment on a sandwich: Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1/2 cup fresh cilantro … Continue reading

August 3, 2013 · Leave a comment

Escarole Sausage Penne

Here’s an idea if you’re looking for ways to enjoy escarole and/or swiss chard. This recipe is from The Cooking Channel. INGREDIENTS: 1 pound penne pasta 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 medium onions, … Continue reading

August 3, 2013 · Leave a comment

2013 Week 8

It’s hard to believe August is already here! The dips in temperature seem to be making the hot weather-loving crops a bit sluggish, but they’re still coming along! This week, … Continue reading

August 3, 2013 · Leave a comment