November 21, 2015

3100 W. 36th St. Chicago, IL 60632
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WEEKLY UPDATES
In This Issue:
Specialty Sheet {p.1 } | Organics {p.1} | Market Report {p.2} | Fresh off the Farm {p.3} | Featured Recipe {p.4}
NOvember 21, 2015
Kumquats
Specialty
Sheet
Pomegranate
Fresh
Chestnuts
Cranberries
Red
Watercress
Fruits
Vegetables
Arugula, Baby
Carrots
Carrot Baby Peeled
Rainbow
Let. Romaine Heart
Mesclun
#45323133
2 lbs.
25 lbs.
#159100
12 - 12 oz. # 01-12130
12 x 3 ct.
Mizuna
Mizuna
Spinach Baby
2 lbs.
#163800
#01-11460
2 lbs.
4 lbs.
2 lbs.
#163001
#163000
#01-11735
Fruits
Apples
Granny Smith
Apples
Red Delicious
Blackberries
Blueberries
Raspberries
Strawberries
Tomato Cherry
Tomato Grape
88 ct.
#01-1494
88 ct.
#89408
12 x 6 oz #01-3812
12 x 6 oz #01-1436
12 x 6 oz. #01-2877
8 x 1 lbs. #01-1012
12 - 1pt #01-11087
12 - 1pt #01-11089
Apples Baby Lady, 12 lbs.
Apples Crab, 10 lbs.
Berry Cape Gooseberry 12x3.5oz
Berries Cranberry 24-12oz
Buddha Hands, 5ct
Coconuts Young 9ct
Dragon-Fruit, 8 ct.
Fingerlimes, 8 oz.
Grapes Black Seedless, 18 lbs.
Grapefruit Pomelo 8ct-12ct USA
Guava 10 lbs.
Huckleberries, Frozen, 5 lbs.
Kumquats, 10 lbs.
Lemons Meyer, 18-20 lbs.
Limes Key, 17-2 lbs. bags
Mandarin Satsuma, 25 lbs.
Oranges Blood Moro, 20 lbs.
Orange Clementine, 5 lbs.
Papaya Mexican, 40 lbs.
Passion Fruit Case 10 lbs.
Pear Asian, 16ct.
Pear Comice, 35 ct.
Pear Red 45/50 ct.
Persimmon Fuyu 12-18ct
Pineapple Quince, 40 lbs.
Pomegranate 44-48ct Case USA
Rambutan, 5 lbs.
Nuts
Happy Thanksgiving
In observance of Thanksgiving, our
schedule will be affected as follows:
Wednesday, Nov 25
Delivery stops at 11:00 AM
Order Entry will be closing at 2:00 PM
Thanksgiving.
Thursday, Nov 26 Closed
Black Friday.
Nov 27 Regular Operation Hours
Nuts Chestnuts Fresh 5 lb. box
Nuts Chestnuts Fresh 25 lb. box
#898999
#235255
#925500
#181902
#033501
#1564515
#3453452
#01-11033
#567911
# 567914
#567921
#061400
#16900
#4354354
#13100
#01-11004
# 16100
#016300
#18900
#019000
#021000P
# 01-11896
#01-11465
#021200
#021901
#01-10293
#022800
#01-2829
#160100P
Vegetables
Artichoke Baby 20 lbs.
Arugula Baby B&W 3 lbs.
Asparagus Purple 11 lbs.
Asparagus White, 11 lbs.
Beans Chinese Long 30 lbs.
Beans, Yellow Wax, 5 lbs.
Beets Baby, Assorted, 24 ct.
Bok Choy Baby 10 lbs.
Broccoli Asian Chinese
Gai Lan. 30 lbs
Broccolini Aspiration, 18 ct.
Broccoli Rapini, 20 ct
Carrot Rainbow Large 25 lbs.
Garlic, Black, 1 lb.
Lemon Grass. 1 lb.
Lettuce Artisan 12/4 ct
Lettuce Baby Gem 24 ct.
Mushroom Black Trumpet, 5 lb.
Mushroom Chanterelle 5 lbs.
Mushroom Chef’s Mix
ORGANIC. 5.43 lbs. Case
Mushroom, Maitake, 12-3.5oz
Pepper Shishito Fresh 5 lbs.
Radish Watermelon, 5 lbs.
Romanesco Large 12 - 16 ct.
Salsify Belgian 5/1 kg
Treviso Lettuce 10 ct.
Watercress 12 ct.
Red Watercress 12 ct
#154300
#130401
#154401
# 210155
#155601P
#01-2704
#01-1791
#01-2785
# 157200
#157502
#157400P
#4634153
#365267
# 01-2873
#138601
#14563653
#164200
#164400
#464314
#164904
# 038530
#01-4607
#111100
#152200P
#164000
#160500P
#01-11860
Brix Levels
Degrees Brix is a measure of the sugar content in your food. Vegetables with a high
Brix reading have a pleasing sweetness we all love.
Fruit
Origin
Label
Brix
Good Brix
Cantaloupe
Honeydew
Watermelon
Pineapple
Mango
Green Grape
Red Grape
Gala Apple Local
Bosc Pear Local
AZ
AZ
MX
Panama
Ecuador
CA
CA
WA
WA
Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa
Nature Partner
Fyffes
Plantation
VBZ
VBZ
Stemilt
Stemilt
13
13
10
16
12
16
21
11
12
14
12
14
20
10
16
16
14
14
Bursting
Brix
16
14
16
22
14
20
20
18
18
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Market
Report
As we continue to transition to the Southwestern Desert regions, Mother Nature
looks to continue to wreak havoc for growers. Beginning with the untimely rains
during early plantings and the very warm fall temperatures that followed, to the
numerous hurricanes in the Pacific impacting product from Mexico and the recent
very powerful winds weather patterns, have been a challenge to say the least. Add
to this all signs point to a strong El Nino set up for California and the Southwest this winter. Of current concern
is a tropical depression forming off the Southwestern coast of Mexico approximately 600 miles south of Baja.
Forecast show a 90% chance of formation with the likely/possible track bringing this system into Southern Baja
on Sunday moving into Northern Sinaloa and Sonora on Monday. These regions of Mexico have seen numerous
powerful storm systems and hurricanes this fall. Reports indicate significant loss of crops throughout these vast
regions of Me xico that supply quite a bit of processor demand as well as domestic supplies. Many surviving crops
are producing sporadic yields at best. The approaching tropical depression will likely once again impact production
from Mexico.
Back in the states growers remain well ahead, in most stands and the loss of production from Mexico will only
add more pressure on these light supplies. Current production remains light as growers reach to supply holiday
demand. This industry wide shortage involving virtually all row crops will continue for a significant period, with
upcoming weather patterns a key role as to future supplies. Bottom line remains the same supply shortages and
gaps will continue, with lighter carton weights across the board. Keep a close eye on inventories, as quality and
shelf life will be compromised as well.
Berries (Blueberries)
Citrus (Lemons)
Chilean blueberry crops should begin
to ramp up in production over the
next several weeks and we should see
more shipments to the US.
Demand exceeds supply on the
smaller sized fruit 165s/200s/235s.
Expect shortages to go through
January.
Berries (Blackberries)
Mexico is ramping up production
volume weekly!
Berries (Strawberries)
Demand exceeds supply in all
growing regions. We are experiencing
a severe shortage of strawberries
industry-wide and this supply gap
looks to continue for another 3-5
weeks.
Celery Celery supplies extremely
light. Demand exceeds supplies and
escalated pricing is in effect.
Transitions: Salinas will have
production for another 1-2 weeks.
Broccoli Broccoli demand exceeds
supplies. Pricing is on escalator.
Transitions:Yuma expected to begin
production after Thanksgiving.
Transitions: Central Mexico and
Central Florida should be increasing
in production over the next 3-5 weeks.
Cauliflower Cauliflower demands
exceeds supplies. Escalated pricing in
effect.
Grapes (Green)
Transitions:Yuma is not expecting
production until after Thanksgiving.
Quality on the domestic crop is off.
Transitions: Peruvian green grapes
available on the East Coast. Limited
quantities.
Grapes (Red)
Early Peruvian red’s are now available
in limited quantities on the East Coast.
MIDWEST FOODS | November 21, 2015
Lettuce Iceberg Lettuce demand exceeds
supplies. Escalated pricing in effect.
Lettuce Leaf Light supplies on leaf all
week. Escalated pricing in effect.
Transitions: Salinas and Huron
finished with production. Yuma
harvest has begun.
Stone Fruit Peruvian cherries are
arriving on the East Coast. These are
all air shipments so quantities are
limited. The market is good with good
quality being reported.
Commodity
Market Quality
Apples
Asparagus
Avocado (Mexican)
Bell Pepper (Eastern)
Bell Peppers (Western)
Berries: Blackberries
Berries: Blueberries
Berries: Raspberries
Berries: Strawberries
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Celery
Cilantro
Citrus: Lemons
Citrus: Oranges
Cucumbers (Eastern)
Cucumbers (Western)
Eggplant (Eastern)
Eggplant (Western)
Grapes, Green
Grapes, Red
Green Onions
Kale
Lettuce: Iceberg
Lettuce: Leaf
Melons: Cantaloupe
Melons: Honeydew
Watermelon
Onions
Pears
Potatoes
Squash (Eastern)
Squash (Western)
Tomatoes (Eastern)
Tomatoes (Western)
Steady
Higher
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Higher
Higher
Higher
Higher
Higher
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Higher
Higher
Steady
Higher
Steady
Higher
Higher
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Steady
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Fair
Good
Fair
Fair
Fair
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Fair
Good
Fair
Good
Fair
Good
Good
Fair
Fair
Excellent
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
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Fresh OFf The Farm
November 21, 2015
Apples Cortland
1/2 Bushel
# 6-2270
South Haven, MI Seedling Farm
Celery Root, no tops
5 lbs. # 01-2824
25 lbs. # 159700P
Grant, MI Rice Lake Farm
Apples Mutsu
Chard Rainbow
# 01-11784
# 6-2263
1/2 Bushel
South Haven, MI Seedling Farm
Apples Northern Spy
1/2 Bushel
# MWF-1069
South Haven, MI Seedling Farm
Asian Mix
4 lbs.
# 01-12078
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Beets, Chioggia
(Striped)
12 ct.
# 01-11442
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Beets, Red Ace,
Organic
12 ct.
# 6-2268
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
12 ct.
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Kale Lacinato
Organic
12 ct.
# 01-11342
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Lettuce Romaine Green,
Organic
12 ct.
# 6-2184
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Grant, MI Rice Lake Farm
Pear Bosc
1/2 Bushel
# MWF-1045
South Haven, MI Seedling Farms
# 157700P
# 01-11671
EC- Cabbage Shred 1/8”
4 - 5 lbs.
# 136001
5 lbs.
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Pepper, Poblano
5 lbs.
# 01-11691
Franksville, MI Borzynski Brothers
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Cabbage Savoy
Radish Cello
# 158000P
# 01-2216
40 -50 lbs.
Franksville, WI Borzynski Brothers
Carrots Jumbo Loose
50 lbs.
# 158900P
Grant, MI Rice Lake
14-1 lbs
Hudsonvlle, MI Miedema Produce
(Squash) Assorted
Gourds
1/2 Bushel
# 01-1310
Hudsonville, MI Miedema Produce
Carrots Orange Mini
Squash Acorn Green
# 6-2169
# 171300P
12 ct.
Chicago, IL Windy City Harvest
Monroe, WI Parrfection Produce
Squash Delicata
35 lbs.
# 6-2382
Monroe, WI Parrfection Produce
Squash Sweet
Dumpling
40 lbs
# 01-11753
Monroe, WI Parrfection Produce
Turnip Jumbo Loose
25 lbs.
# 179800P
Grant, MI Rice Lake Farm
20 lbs.
# 180000P
Pepper, Carmen
Franksville, WI Borzynski Brothers
40 lbs
# 172100P
Parsnip
Cabbage Green
45 lbs.
Squash Butternut
40 lbs
Monroe, WI Parrfection Produce
Dry Goods
Williamsburg, MI Brownwood Farms
Blueberry Pie Filling
6 - 18 oz.
# 01-12152
Cherry Pie Filling
6 - 18 oz.
# 01-12154
Michigan Apple Pie
Filling
6 - 18 oz.
# 01-12153
Michigan Berry Pie
Filling
6 - 18 oz.
# 01-12155
Red Haven Peach
Filling
6 - 18 oz.
# 01-12156
Cherry Raspberry
Preserves
12/ 12 oz.
# 01-11683
Local produce availability is limited, on a first come first served basis. Please check availability when you place your order. Subject to change.
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Ingredients:
Moroccan Grilled
Shrimp with Herb
Couscous & Lemon
Spiced Crème Fraîche
2 lbs Peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tsp Minced Ginger
1 tbs Olive oil
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Curry Powder
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Salt
Herb Couscous
2 c. Couscous
4 c. Chicken Stock
1/4 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp Salt
2 tbs Olive Oil
1/4 c. Minced Chervil
Lemon Spiced Crème Fraîche
1/2 c Sour Cream
2 tbs Lemon Juice
2 tbs Cholula Hot Sauce
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Paprika
2 tbs White Wine
Garnish with shaved purple cabbage and
sprig of chervil
Chef Rich Sowa | Midwest Foods Corporate chef | [email protected]
Directions:
In a mixing bowl, add the spices for the shrimp and mix with olive oil; add the shrimp and coat well. Marinate for 1 hour.
In a large sauté pan, heat the 2 tbs of olive oil over medium heat and add the dried couscous. Stir until the oil has coated all of the
grain-like pasta. Mix the salt, turmeric and chicken stock together, and then add it to the pan. Boil for 5-7 minutes until the water
has reduced to the level of the pasta. Cover and reduce heat to low, continue to cook for 10-15 minutes. Spread the cooked couscous
on a sheet pan to cool until room temperature. When the couscous has cooled, add the herbs and mix well by hand. If the couscous
has clumps, roll them between your hands and they will break apart into small pieces.
Add all the ingredients for the lemon spiced Crème Fraîche and mix until incorporated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes while the shrimp
is cooking. Place a grill plate over a burner top over high heat. Brush the grill plate with olive oil so the shrimp will not stick to the
grill. Add the shrimp to the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through. Plate, Serve, Enjoy.
Holiday Season
Yule Log
2 x 12” #01-10947
Red Velvet
$ 76.00
Chocolate sponge filled with dark
chocolate mousse and fresh rasberry
jam covered with ganache. Serve Cold.
2 x 12” #01-10948
$ 76.00
Red Velvet genoise saturated with
vanilla syrup. Filled with light cream
cheese filling and covered with a cream
cheese finish. Serve Cold.
Decoration included and 100% edible. Must be pre-order by December 4
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