Box Contents, Recipes, and News for the Week of November 16, 2026

To help you plan for your next week, the week of November 16, 2026, this week's items are from local California organic farms.

Small, Family, and Value Box

Senior and Bambino Box

• Fuyu Persimmons (Organic)
• Fuji Apples (Organic)
• Red Leaf Lettuce (Organic)
• Mountain Magic Tomatoes (Organic)
• Russet Potatoes (Organic)
• Acorn Squash (Organic)
• Broccoli (Organic)
• Bunched Red Chard (Organic)

​Just Fruit Box

Six or more seasonal fresh local fruits perfect for the office or for anyone who loves fruit.

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Persimmon Crostini with Crispy Prosciutto and Whipped Ricotta

URL: https://www.lifeisbutadish.com/persimmon-crostini-with-crispy-prosciutto-and-whipped-ricotta/

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• Pinch of pepper
• 1 baguette or crusty bread, cut into rounds on the bias
• Olive oil for brushing
• 4 pieces of thinly sliced prosciutto
• 2 Fuyu persimmons, sliced into rounds, then in half
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

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Tomato Basil Chicken

URL: https://www.littlebroken.com/basil-chicken/

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp avocado oil (or another high-heat oil), divided
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick
• 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped (about 2 cups)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp sugar (cane or granulated)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, preferably freshly grated
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, plus extra for garnish
• Kosher salt and fresh black pepper

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Chard and Feta Stuffed Acorn Squash

URL: https://www.countryliving.com/food-drinks/recipes/a37292/chard-and-feta-stuffed-acorn-squash/

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

URL: https://www.loveandlemons.com/broccoli-cheddar-soup/

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 large carrot, julienned or finely chopped
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, about 2 heaping cups
• Homemade croutons, for serving, optional

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Stuffed Green Peppers

URL: https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/stuffed-green-peppers/

Ingredients

• 6 green bell peppers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2/3 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, cooked
• 8 ounce can tomato sauce
• 14 1/2 ounce can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

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