Once you are a member of the CSA and ready for your weekly veggie haul, you can add other types of locally grown and raised foods to your order. If you are interested in splitting any of the add-on options with another member, or if you have any questions/issues with your add-on options, you can always contact lauren@creamofthecrop.org.
Add-On Options
Weekly Shares:
(*Some add-ons have both weekly and every other week options available.)
- Bread*
- Cheese (single or double share)
- Eggs - Araucana (1/2 Dozen or Dozen)
- Greek Yogurt (Flavored or Plain) (K)
- Milk (1/2 Gallon or Quart)(K)
- Milk - Chocolate (Quart)(K)
- Kefir/Leben (Plain, Vanilla, or Chocolate) (K)
- Chicken Breast Cutlets (K)*
- Ground Beef*
Every Other Week Shares:
(*Some add-ons have both weekly and every other week options available.)
A weeks:
- Jar Tomato Sauce (Classic Red, Spicy Red, Classic Vodka, Vegan Vodka, or variety)
- Granola (Original, Faraway Spice, or Ballpark Classic)
- Beef - Variety
- Chicken - Whole
- Chicken - Thighs
- Chicken - Ground*
- Pork - Variety
- Pork - Ground
B weeks:
- Bread*
- Beef - Steak
- Beef - Ground*
- Chicken - Boneless, Skinless Breast Cutlets*
- Chicken - Variety
- Lamb - Variety
- Pork - Breakfast Bacon/Sausage
- Turkey - Ground
FRUIT SHARES:
20-Week Share from Hepworth Farms; 20 distributions
**For 2025 only: Hepworth has informed us that for 2025 the fruit share will be a 20 week share for all members. The farm will deliver fruit as it is ripe, which means that we may not know in advance when it will arrive. In September, Vacationers will be given a credit on their accounts for any distributions that happen in July and August. This credit can be used for webstore and other purchases; any unused credit will be refunded at the end of the season.**
Members will receive at least 3-4 different types of fruit averaging 6-7 pounds per distribution, slightly less on weeks that there are berries and more on weeks with pitted fruit.
An amazing value! Hepworth grows a variety of fruits, including peaches, nectarines, cherries, apples, blueberries, currants, cape gooseberries, grapes, melons, pears, Asian pears, raspberries, rhubarb and strawberries.
All berries and melons are certified organic. Hepworth’s berries are grown without any sprays, organic or not. The rest of their fruit is grown using Integrated Pest Management (IPM). When using IPM, Hepworth sprays ONLY when and where necessary, using natural sprays.
OTHER ADD-ON SHARES:
Bread
Weekly, or every other week share from Bien Cuit; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares) for weekly; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares) for every other week (B weeks)
In keeping with COTC's philosophy of bringing you best local foods, we are proud to offer the healthiest (fermented), most delicious breads from the exceptional multi-award winning Cobble Hill bakery Bien Cuit. Bien Cuit combines small batch mixing with slow fermentation (16-68 hours) to create low-gluten, large, delicious crusty loaves of bread.
Each distribution, members will typically choose one out of two available types of bread. Most breads weigh around 600 g and can easily be transferred to the freezer to extend shelf life. Shares primarily consist of loaf breads, ranging from milk breads to sourdoughs, multigrain to olive loaves.
Some of Bien Cuit’s accolades:
One of the 10 best Baguettes in America - Bon Appetit
The Absolute Best Croissants in America - Food and Wine
America's Best Bread Bakeries - Food and Wine
Cheese (single or double share) - one of our most popular add-ons!
Weekly share from Calkins Creamery; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares). Double shares will get two different cheeses each week.
Every week members receive one (or two for double shares) of our many delicious artisanal cow cheeses from Calkins Creamery. Typically members will choose between 2-3 different cheeses or flavors each week. Some of our members’ favorites are mozzarella, Cajun flavored cheese curds, and Horsekick Quark, a creamy soft cheese with horseradish!
Sizes vary from 1/3 - 2/3 pound, depending on the type of cheese, but even our single-member households have enjoyed having a weekly cheese share! If you have a large household or you frequently snack on cheese, consider getting two shares to enjoy more variety throughout your week.
Calkins Creamery’s raw milk cow cheeses are made from grass-fed Holstein milk. Besides raw milk, the only other foundational ingredients are vegetable rennet, culture herbs and spices, and salt.
Eggs - Araucana (1/2 Dozen)
**Quantities are limited so sign up early if you want this add-on!**
Weekly share; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares)
These amazing eggs are from pastured Araucana Hens that are supplemented with organic feed when needed.
Araucana hens are a breed that originated in South and Central America and lay eggs tinted from green to pink, sometimes called "easter eggs" because of their varied colors. They tend to have a richer flavor than the eggs of older hens, and often have darker, larger yolks as well-a sign of their higher nutrient value. At the farmer's markets around NYC, these eggs are snatched up by pastry chefs for their dark gold yolks.
Greek Yogurt (Flavored or Plain) (K)
Weekly share from Bethel Creamery; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares)
Every week members receive one 5.3 oz. individual serving-size container of plain Greek yogurt, or flavored Greek yogurt (rotating between Maple and Vanilla Bean). The yogurts are made from A2 milk from Jersey cows plus pure maple syrup or vanilla beans, AND they’re Kosher! The unique Maple flavor is a favorite of many members, and is sweetened with only maple syrup!
Bethel's A2A2 Milk is from grass-fed Jersey cows that only produce A2 protein milk (without the peptides BCM7) as opposed to A1 protein. Milk with this special profile is better digested in the body, similar to the way goat or sheep milk is.
Cows are grass-fed and pasture-raised on farmland in Bethel, NY. In colder months, cows are fed with supplemental hay.
Many loyal customers say it's the best yogurt they’ve ever tasted! Milk is OU certified by Rabbi David Miller.
Milk (1/2 Gallon or Quart)(K)
Weekly share from Bethel Creamery; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares)
Enjoy a half gallon OR quart of Kosher A2A2 Milk delivered every week in plastic containers.
What is A2A2 milk? A2A2 Milk is a genetically superior milk from what most of us here in the US experience. Bethel's A2A2 Milk is from grass-fed Jersey cows who only produce A2 protein milk (without the peptides BCM7) as opposed to A1 protein. Milk with this special profile is better digested in the body, similar to the way goat or sheep milk is. Those who are Lactose intolerant can now enjoy the awesome taste of cow's milk! But that's not the only reason to choose this milk, as studies show many health benefits from A2, BCM7 peptide-free milk. For more information please visit A2A2milk.com.
Milk is OU certified by Rabbi David Miller.
Milk - Chocolate (Quart)(K)
Weekly share from Bethel Creamery; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares)
Enjoy 1 quart of Chocolate A2A2 Milk delivered every week in plastic containers. The only ingredients are Whole A2A2 Milk, Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Cocoa Powder (processed with Alkali). AND it’s Kosher!
What is A2A2 milk? A2A2 Milk is a genetically superior milk from what most of us here in the US experience. Bethel's A2A2 Milk is from grass-fed Jersey cows who only produce A2 protein milk (without the peptides BCM7) as opposed to A1 protein. Milk with this special profile is better digested in the body, similar to the way goat or sheep milk is. Those who are Lactose intolerant can now enjoy the awesome taste of cow's milk! But that's not the only reason to choose this milk, as studies show many health benefits from A2, BCM7 peptide-free milk. For more information please visit A2A2milk.com.
Milk is OU certified by Rabbi David Miller.
Kefir/Leben (Plain, Vanilla, or Chocolate) (K)
Weekly share from Bethel Creamery; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares)
Every week members will receive one 6 oz. individual serving-size container of leben made from A2 milk from Jersey cows. AND it’s Kosher! Bethel's cows only produce A2 protein milk (without the peptides BCM7) as opposed to A1 protein. Milk with this special profile is better digested in the body, similar to the way goat or sheep milk is.
We call it Kefir, the farmers call it Leben, but they’re basically the same thing as both are the result of fermented milk. Kefir/Leben is traditionally prepared by letting milk ferment for over 24 hours, then churning and removing the butter.
Milk comes from cows that are 100% grass-fed and are pasture-raised on farmland in Bethel, NY. In colder months cows are fed supplemental hay.
Kefir is flying off the shelves at Bethel and we are fortunate to be able to offer some at the CSA!
Kefir is OU certified by Rabbi David Miller.
Granola - NEW in 2024!
Every other week share from Fort Greene Granola; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, granola share distributions will run on A weeks.
Locally baked in Northwest Brooklyn, these granolas are made with locally sourced grains and are packed full of flavor but not too sweet. Choose from Original, Faraway Spice, and Ballpark Classic flavors. These shares come in small and medium sizes. They're the perfect superfood to help keep you full, whether as a snack or mixed in with some yogurt.
Chicken - Boneless, Skinless Breast Cutlets (K)
Weekly OR every other week share from Pelleh Poultry; 24 distributions if weekly (15 for Vacationer Shares); 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares) if every other week
Chicken breast cutlet share distributions will run every week if weekly, and on B weeks beginning the second week of the season, if every other week.
Members receive 2 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets that weigh around .75 pound. Breasts come from free-range, hormone-free and antibiotic-free chickens who are fed all-natural vegetarian diets… AND they're Kosher! Breast meat cutlets come from a single bird, are trimmed and delivered fresh (never frozen!). Chickens for our CSA are processed on Sundays for Tuesday's delivery.
Chicken - Whole (K)
Every other week share from Pelleh Poultry; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, share distributions will run on A weeks.
Why choose Kosher chicken? The poultry must be handled humanely during its slaughter and the meat is brined in salt. This brining process makes the meat of the animal slightly more tender and flavorful. In addition, Kosher birds are cold processed. Hot scalding, the way most traditional chickens are processed, cooks whatever is close to the surface, stripping some of the chicken's natural flavor.
Chicken - Thighs (K)
Every other week share from Pelleh Poultry; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, chicken thigh share distributions will run on A weeks.
Members will receive 6 chicken thighs in vacuum sealed packages.
The chicken comes from free-range, hormone-free and antibiotic-free birds who are fed all-natural vegetarian diets… AND they're Kosher!
Chicken - Ground (K)
Weekly OR every other week share from Pelleh Poultry; 24 distributions if weekly (15 for Vacationer Shares); 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares) if every other week
Beginning the first week of the season, ground chicken share distributions will run every week if weekly, and on A weeks if every other week.
Members will receive 1 lb of Ground Chicken in vacuum sealed packages.
The chicken comes from free-range, hormone-free and antibiotic-free birds who are fed all-natural vegetarian diets… AND they're Kosher!
Chicken - Variety (K) - NEW in 2025!
Every other week share from Pelleh Poultry; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the second week of the season, chicken variety share distributions will run on B weeks.
Over the course of the season, members will receive cuts including the following: Ground Chicken, Chicken Drumsticks, Chicken Thighs, Chicken Wings, Chicken Breast Cutlets, Skin-on Chicken Breasts.
The chicken comes from free-range, hormone-free and antibiotic-free birds who are fed all-natural vegetarian diets… AND they're Kosher!
Turkey - Ground (K)
Every other week from Pelleh Poultry; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationers)
12 or 7 Week share - Every other week delivery beginning the second distribution of the season. B weeks. Vacationers will receive 7 distributions.
The turkey (dark and white meat mixed) is from free-range, hormone-free and antibiotic-free turkeys who are fed vegetarian diets. AND they're Kosher!
Pork - Breakfast Bacon/Sausage
Every other week share from Hermann Farms; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the second week of the season, breakfast bacon/sausage share distributions will run on B weeks.
**Quantities are limited so sign up early if you want this add-on!**
Over the course of the season, shares will alternate between distributions of freshly frozen premium nitrate-free strip bacon and distributions of loose breakfast sausage from pastured pigs. All packages are approximately 1 pound.
The pigs are pasture-raised and fed supplemental non-GMO grain when needed. Antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Pork - Variety
Every other week share from Hermann Farms; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, pork share distributions will run on A weeks.
Pork is pasture-raised and fed supplemental non-GMO grain when needed. Antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Members receive one premium pork product every other week. Products include Center Cut Pork Chops, Artisan Sausages (Hot Italian, Sweet Italian), ground pork, and loin roasts. All packages are around 1 pound each, with the exception of the loin roasts, which are 3 - 4 pounds each.
Pork - Ground
Every other week share from Hermann Farms; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, ground pork share distributions will run on A weeks.
Pork is pasture-raised and fed supplemental non-GMO grain when needed. Antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Beef - Steak
Every other week share from Hermann Farms; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the second week of the season, steak share distributions will run on B weeks.
During the course of the season, members will receive the following cuts: Delmonico, NY Strip, Skirt, Flank, Sirloin. Eye Round
Steaks average 1.25 lbs and are from cattle raised on pasture and finished on non-GMO grain. Steaks are delivered frozen.
All Hermann Farms beef products are antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Beef - Variety Cuts
Every other week share from Hermann Farms; 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, beef variety share distributions will run on A weeks.
During the course of the season, members will receive the following: short ribs, chuck steak, stew beef, sirloin tips, hamburger patties, strip steak, London broil, Delmonico steak.
Shares average 1.25 lbs and are from cattle raised on pasture and finished on non-GMO grain.
All Hermann Farms beef products are antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Beef - Ground
Weekly, or every other week share from Campanelli Poultry Farm; 24 distributions (15 for Vacationer Shares) for weekly; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares) for every other week (B weeks)
Members will receive 1 lb of lean Ground Beef from cattle raised on pasture and finished on non-GMO grain.
All Hermann Farms beef products are antibiotic-free and hormone-free.
Beef is USDA Certified and is delivered frozen in vacuum sealed bags.
Lamb - Variety
**Quantities are extremely limited so sign up early if you want this add-on!**
Every other week share from Chaljeri Meats; 12 distributions (7 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the second week of the season, lamb share distributions will run on B weeks.
Lamb is from 100% Grass-fed and pastured lamb from Chaljeri Meats.
Over the course of the season, members will receive cuts including the following: Ground Lamb, Lamb Steaks, Lamb Chops, Lamb Kebob or Stew, and Lamb Sausage. All packages are approximately 1 lb.
Meats are processed in a USDA facility, delivered freshly frozen and vacuum sealed.
Classic Red, Spicy Red, Classic Vodka, and Vegan Vodka Tomato Sauces - new Variety option!
Every other week share from Jule's Tomato Sauce (previously branded as Jar Goods); 12 distributions (8 for Vacationer Shares)
Beginning the first week of the season, share distributions will run on A weeks.
NEW IN 2024 - Variety option! Do all these sauces sound good to you? Like to mix things up week to week? Select the variety option and pick which flavor speaks to you at distribution!
Get one 16 ounce jar of delicious tomato sauce every other week. It’s perfect for pasta, but the possibilities are really limitless: use it on pizza, in chili, with sausage pepper and onions, with meatballs, as a base for chicken cacciatore… Jar tomato sauce is an ideal pantry staple to throw together dinner in a pinch, but most grocery store sauces contain added sugar—not this sauce!
- No Added Sugar
- Certified Non GMO
- Vegan & Gluten Free
"Order As You Go" Offerings
In addition to offering seasonal CSA shares, some of our farm partners allow Cream of the Crop CSA members to place one-time orders. The farmers deliver these "As You Go" orders on the same schedule as their add-on options, which vary according to farm. Typically these orders are available later in the season.
Products we have offered in past years for purchase “as you go” later in the season included:
- Grass Fed Aged Beef Products
- Kosher produce
- Turkeys (for Thanksgiving)
- Duck
- Pastured Chicken Products
- Pastured Lamb Products
- Maple Syrup
- Honey
- Butters
- Fermented foods
- Jams
- Tomatoes for canning
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Baguettes
- Mozzarella cheese
Sharing/splitting an Add-On Option with a partner:
You can always partner up with another member to share/split any of our add-on options but you must work out the pick up and payment details between yourselves. Some of our add-on options are delivered weekly and some every other week so do look closely at the descriptions to help you plan.
If you would like to split an Add-On Option but don’t have a partner for that, contact lauren@creamofthecropcsa.org as there is a good chance we can find a match for you.
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