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SKIM Magazine: June 2021

Smith Brothers Farms SKIM Magazine June 2021

Inside this issue of SKIM, we shine a well-deserved spotlight on the dads here at Smith Brothers Farms, share a few ways to show your support for National Milkman & Milkwoman Day, profile the folks crafting authentic Italian-style cheeses at Ferndale Farmstead, and highlight four Pike Place Market food vendors we are proud to partner with.



Baked Penne with Sausage

Baked Penne with SausageA humble pasta bake is a comforting classic that makes a great weeknight dinner and even better leftovers.

Brighten Up Your Next Porch Box Haul

Five Lemons

Need a bit of sunshine? Brighten up your week by adding these zesty items to your next delivery order!

Springtime Treat: Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns for Easter

Synonymous with Easter, hot cross buns are filled with a warm mix of spices and dried fruit, piped with a cross on top, and finished with a sweet, sticky glaze. Get the recipe for this delicious springtime treat!

SKIM Magazine: April 2021

SKIM Magazine: April 2021

Our April issue is here, with a special farewell to milkman Tony Tripi. 

Eggs Three Ways

Brown Eggs on Table

From hard boiled to poached, there are a variety of ways to prepare eggs and mastering each technique is key to cooking a delicious egg every time. We’ll explore some of the basic methods, before sharing three of our favorite dishes where eggs truly shine. 

The Modern Milkwoman

Smith Brothers Farms Milkwoman

Meet the Smith Brothers Farms milkwomen.

Queso Oaxaca Sticks

Alpenrose Queso Oaxaca Sticks

Stringy, bouncy and most importantly delicious, Queso Oaxaca is a cow’s milk melting cheese very similar to mozzarella cheese. Learn a bit about its' history and how to use it here!

Bacon, Egg & Cheese on an English Muffin

What is better than a breakfast sandwich? Alpenrose may not be a certain fast-food place, but we’ve written up one of our favorite ways to recreate and enjoy this easy and fun breakfast staple just in time for National Egg McMuffin Day.

SKIM Magazine: February 2021

SKIM Magazine February 2021

The February issue of SKIM is here, and it’s our first-ever interactive digital edition!