Kraftladen's BIO Erdäpfel Valdivia speckig im Netz

Valdivia variety

About the supplier 

KRAFTLADEN – the organic farm in the north of the Weinviertel

Young farmer Florian Forster has been running his parents' farm together with his partner Marina Kraft since 2017 according to the criteria of organic farming. In the Laaer Ebene, the climate is ideal for growing old varieties of onions and vegetables. Low rainfall and a mild climate ensure a uniquely intense flavour.

In addition to yellow and red onions, shallots, garlic, potatoes, pumpkins, courgettes and beetroot are also grown in the fields in the Weinviertel. Together with the cultivation of cereals, fodder maize, oil pumpkins and lucerne, vegetable cultivation results in optimal field management.

The vegetables are sorted, processed and packaged by hand. In recent years, there has been an increasing focus on direct marketing and farm shops have been opened in the area around Laa, where fresh vegetables and delicacies in jars are available in self-service.

Tips

The following helps against garlic breath: Chew some parsley, peppermint, 1-2 cloves, fresh ginger slices pickled in vinegar or drink fresh milk.

Preparation

The most delicious dishes and meals contain garlic or have become so delicious because of it. To use, peel the cloves and crush them on a little salt with a knife or in a garlic press. Basically, garlic should only be used in moderation. A hint of garlic goes with almost any salad. Garlic is often used with lamb and fatty pork, in strong sauces, in stews, pasta dishes, garlic butter, etc. 

Storage recommendation

Potatoes are sensitive to cold and should therefore not be stored in the refrigerator. However, they must be stored in a cool place. To prevent them from turning green in the light and forming the toxic solanine, it is important to store them in complete darkness.