• Ellen's Menu
At the Copake-Hillsdale Farmers Market and the Rhinebeck Farmers Market we have a wonderful assortment of soups and chilis; quiches; entrees; coffeecakes; muffins, savory muffins, scones and cookies; and cakes and pie. If we missed something you want, you are welcome to make a request!

Ellen's Menu

  • Soups and Chilis - Fresh and Frozen

    Soups and Chilis - Fresh and Frozen

    Homemade with local meats and locally sourced vegetables as possible, soup is the perfect, nutrient-dense food any time of year. Packaged and frozen in 24 fluid ounce containers.

    • Mulligatawny Soup
      This hearty soup is made with organic red lentils, local potatoes, crushed tomatoes, apples, onions, garlic, olive oil with fresh herbs and spices including curry and cumin. Vegan.
      $15
      • White Beans and Greens
        Organic white beans, organic greens including one or more of kale, spinach, and/or chard, onions, garlic, and olive oil. Vegan.
        $15
        • Black Bean Sweet Potato Chili
          A smoky chili made with black beans, onions, garlic and sweet potatoes. This chili has a bit of a kick but not spicy by the standards of someone looking for "hot" chili. Vegan.
          $15
          • Hudson Valley Harvest Veggie Soup
            This veggie soup is composed of seasonally available produce, herbs and spices in a tomato-based broth.
            $15
            • Three Bean Chili
              A vegetarian chili made with black beans, red kidney beans and chick peas. Depending on availablility there will be zucchini, delicata or other squash. Vegan.
              $15
              • Italian Sausage Soup
                A clear broth soup made with Northwind Farm Sweet and Hot Italian sausage and a healthy assortment of vegetables including tomatoes, carrots, greens, onion, light garlic, and olive oil.
                $15
                • Beef Vegetable Soup
                  This soup using local angus beef will have a tomato based broth with a variety of seasonal available vegetables. No potatoes or grains.
                  $15
                  • Three Bean Chili Con Carne
                    A hearty red kidney bean and chickpea chili with local ground beef added for flavor. Will have a chili flavor but will not be "hot" by the standards of people looking for hot chili. 24 oz.15
                    $15
                    • Mexican Chicken Soup
                      This is a lovely soup for those who like Mexican culinary flavor without having high-density carbs. A brothy soup made with Quattro local chicken; tomatoes; carrots; onion; celery; and black beans and chickpeas or kidney beans. Absolutely delightful, flavorful soup with protein, healthy veggies, some legumes and healthy fat....
                      $15
                      • Ellen's Chicken Soup
                        This is a different, non-traditional take on Chicken Soup. Made with wonderful local Quattro chicken, tomatoes, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, onion, zucchini, basil and whatever takes my fancy in the moment. Delicious. Brothy as compared to thicken but so thick with vegetables it could be called a stew....
                        $15
                      • Quiche, Savory Pies & Galettes

                        Quiche, Savory Pies & Galettes

                        Our quiche has great flavor and an excellent, flaky crust made with butter. A standard quiche is 8" for $13. Our large quiche (serves 7-8) is $20.

                        • Broccoli Quiche
                          Quiche with fresh broccoli and NYS extra sharp cheddar.
                          $15
                          • Garden Quiche
                            Garden Quiche
                            Quiche made with chef's choice of at least five veggies from the following: spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower & a touch of sweet onion and NYS extra sharp cheddar.
                            $15
                            • Spinach Quiche w/Grape Tomatoes
                              Quiche made with fresh spinach, grape tomatoes, and Swiss cheese.
                              $15
                              • Spinach Quiche w/Mushrooms
                                Quiche made with fresh spinach, fresh mushrooms, and Swiss cheese.
                                $15
                                • Asparagus & Tomato Quiche
                                  Quiche made with fresh asparagus and grape tomatoes with smoked provolone cheese. Available Spring and Summer.
                                  $15
                                  • Kale Quiche
                                    Quiche made with fresh kale, grape tomatoes, sweet onion and smoked provolone.
                                    $15
                                    • Tomato & Mushroom Quiche
                                      Tomato & Mushroom Quiche
                                      Quiche made with fresh mushrooms, grape tomatoes and Swiss cheese.
                                      $15
                                      • Tourtiere
                                        Tourtiere
                                        Tourtiere is a French Canadian pork and beef pie which is fast becoming a Market Favorite! Expensive but filled with local favorite -- Northwind Farm meat with potato. $15 for 5" pot pie; $35 for an 8" pie; $60 for a 9" pie (double the filling of an 8" pie. Three day notice required for fresh unfrozen. Pot pies frozen in stock. Slices at market $7
                                        $15
                                        • Beef Butternut Pot Pies
                                          Stewed local ground beef with butternut squash. Onion, garlic, and herbs. Delicious. 5" deep dish pot pie....
                                          $15
                                        • Frozen Entrees

                                          Frozen Entrees

                                          Some items are always in stock and others will need to be made for orders. Plan on three days notice for fulfillment. These items may be ordered in larger serving sizes, unfrozen for parties with price to be quoted.

                                          • Curried Cauliflower Stew
                                            This curried stew has fresh cauliflower, sweet potatoes, chick peas, and coconut milk and is served on a bed of basmati rice. Vegan.
                                            $15
                                            • Shepherds Pie
                                              Northwind Farm ground beef, onions, celery, carrots, and spices with buttery, mashed potatoes.
                                              $15
                                              • Lasagna
                                                A hearty GF lasagna featuring Northwind Farm beef and sweet sausage, mozzarella, and ricotta cheese. For those who don't eat pork, I can make all beef if requested.
                                                $15
                                                • Tortiere Pork/Beef Pie
                                                  Local ground pork and beef, potato, onion, garlic, spices including cinnamon and clove, pink salt, ground pepper. Nice top crust of GF flour (rices/tapioca), butter. Also known as Christmas Pie. GF, Soy-free, corn free.
                                                  $15
                                                  • Traditional But GF Meatloaf Dinner
                                                    Northwind Farm ground beef, ground pork, onions, celery, parsley, parmesan and tomato paste on top. Nice portion with buttered smashed potatoes. 1 1/2 lb before cooking meatloaf also available at $22
                                                    $15
                                                    • Polenta w/Bolognese Sauce
                                                      Bolognese sauce made with Northwind Farm ground beef, ground pork, carrots, organic celery, and tomatoes served on top of polenta.
                                                      $15
                                                      • Stuffed Peppers w Meat and Rice
                                                        Green Peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat (local ground beef, sweet Italian Sausage), rice, tomatoes, onions, parmesan or romano cheese, spices. Sometimes available spicy, made with local chorizo.
                                                        $15
                                                        • Traditional Chicken Pot Pie
                                                          Fresh local chicken, onions, carrots, potatoes, peas, corn with a savory gravy topped with a delicious crust. Please note top crust only.
                                                          $15
                                                          • Pork Cottage Pie
                                                            Northwind Farm ground pork, veggies, and spices topped with a "crust" of mashed potatoes.
                                                            $15
                                                            • Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff
                                                              Local or Bell & Evans chicken sliced into a savory mushroom stroganoff sauce. Served on GF pasta (fettucine if available).
                                                              $15
                                                              • GF Macaroni & Cheese
                                                                A traditional macaroni & cheese made with two or more cheeses including NYS Xtra Sharp Cheddar and gluten-free pasta. Vegetarian.
                                                                $14
                                                              • Coffeecakes

                                                                Coffeecakes

                                                                We have a large following for our sour cream coffeecake and people who come from far and wide for them... It is our pleasure to make yours with exactly the toppings you prefer. If you want a modification, click on any item and say so in the comments. i.e. pecans instead of walnuts; cranberry-orange; apple crumb; etc. Three day's notice appreciated. Don't have three days, call anyway...

                                                                • Crumb Coffeecake
                                                                  Our sour cream coffee cake is topped with the same crumb found on top of our apple pies. Well Loved
                                                                  $14
                                                                  • Blueberry Crumb Sour Cream Coffeecake
                                                                    Our sour cream coffee cake topped with whole blueberries and crumb topping. Two slices for 8 dollars. @ 5" x 8" coffee cake is $14. Half-sheet serves 15-18 is $50.
                                                                    $14
                                                                    • Lemon Blueberry Cake
                                                                      Our sour cream coffee cake topped with whole blueberries and a lemon streusel crumb topping. @ 5' x 8" is $14. Half-sheet serves 15-18 is $50.
                                                                      $14
                                                                      • Raspberry Coffee Cake
                                                                        Our sour cream coffee cake topped with whole raspberries and crumb topping. @ 5" x 8" coffee cake is $14. Half-sheet serves 15-18 is $50.
                                                                        $14
                                                                        • Lemon Raspberry Coffee Cake
                                                                          Our sour cream coffee cake topped with whole raspberries and lemon streusel crumb topping. @ 5" x 8" round coffee cake is $14. Half-sheet serves 15-18 is $50.
                                                                          $14
                                                                          • Cinnamon Pecan Coffeecake
                                                                            Our sour cream coffee cake topped with cinnamon/sugar and walnuts. @5" x 8" round coffee cake is $14. Half-sheet serves 15-18 is $50.
                                                                            $14
                                                                            • DF Banana Oat Snack Cake
                                                                              This DF market favorite has banana and brown sugar instead of white sugar. The oats and banana add fiber which in theory is "better" from a blood sugar standpoint. Absolutely delicious and excellent choice for children.
                                                                              $14
                                                                            • Muffins, Savory Muffins & Such

                                                                              Muffins, Savory Muffins & Such

                                                                              Everything is baked to order. Except for Farmers Market Weekends (every other week), three days notice is appreciated. Don't have three days, call anyway...

                                                                              • Spinach Ricotta Muffins
                                                                                Our protein-rich spinach muffins with a trace of garlic have been a market favorite since we started in 2008. Minimum order 4 for $10 and $30 per dozen. My favorite with some Applegate Turkey!
                                                                                $3
                                                                                • Dill Zucchini Ricotta Muffins
                                                                                  Protein rich muffins. Minimum 4 for $10; $30 per dozen.
                                                                                  $3
                                                                                  • Bacon Cheddar Scones
                                                                                    We do NOT always bring these to the market so if you want them you should order for pick-up at the market. NYS Extra Sharp Cheddar. You can request no bacon in comments. $3.50 apiece. Minumum Order of 4 for delivery.
                                                                                    $4
                                                                                    • Healthy Muffins
                                                                                      A genuinely good for you muffin with lots of nutrients derived from zucchini, carrots, and banana, coconut, yogurt, eggs, spices. Coconut oil and coconut sugar. Not grain-free but close. $3 apiece. Minimum order of 4
                                                                                      $3
                                                                                      • Blueberry or Triple Berry Scones
                                                                                        Blueberry or Triple Berry Scones
                                                                                        A market favorite made with raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. $3 apiece. Minimum order of 4
                                                                                        $3
                                                                                        • Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
                                                                                          Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
                                                                                          Large cookies for $3 apiece. If you want them sized differently, for portion control, indicate so in the comment section. For example, "I'd like a dozen cookies approximately 2-inch in size." $36 for two dozen half-size smaller cookies.
                                                                                          $3
                                                                                          • Chocolate Chip Cookies
                                                                                            Chocolate Chip Cookies. Large $3 each. By the dozen can be half size at $18 or two dozen for $36.
                                                                                            $3
                                                                                          • Cakes, Cupcakes, & Pie

                                                                                            Everything is made to order. Products are available from Friday through Saturday. Three days notice appreciated. There are always loaf cakes and 7" cakes available at the farmers markets and at our stand at Kesicke Farm (229 Middle Road, Rhinebeck by yellow sign) from May through November.

                                                                                            • Chocolate Cake
                                                                                              Chocolate Cake
                                                                                              This is an excellent chocolate cake. Not too sweet! Happens to be both GF and Dairy-Free but it is flavorful and moist. This is an 8-inch cake. 9" is $32 and 10" is $45.
                                                                                              $25
                                                                                              • Small Chocolate Cake
                                                                                                Small Chocolate Cake
                                                                                                Our chocolate cake is sold in small loaf pans at the market with a drizzle of glaze.
                                                                                                $10
                                                                                                • Lemon Blueberry Cake
                                                                                                  Lemon Blueberry Cake
                                                                                                  A market favorite. This is sold at the Rhinebeck and Copake-Hillsdale farmers markets and of course, by order. If you want a full-size cake, indicate that in the comments space. $16 for 7" cake; $25 for an 8" cake; $35 for 9" cake. $5 extra for frosting instead of icing.
                                                                                                  $10
                                                                                                  • Chocolate Cake w/Frosting
                                                                                                    Eight-inch layer cake with frosting. Frosting options include vanilla cream cheese frosting; old fashioned vanilla buttercream (contains more sugar than cream cheese frosting); chocolate kahlua frosting.
                                                                                                    $30
                                                                                                    • Apple Blueberry Crumb Pie
                                                                                                      Apple Blueberry Crumb Pie
                                                                                                      Nine-inch apple pie made with locally grown, low spray apples and blueberries from Mead Farm. Crumb Topping.
                                                                                                      $28
                                                                                                      • Crumb Apple Pie
                                                                                                        Nine-inch crumb apple pie made with Granny Smith apples. I use butter in the crust and crumbs.
                                                                                                        $24
                                                                                                        • Fancy Apple Pie
                                                                                                          Fancy Apple Pie
                                                                                                          This apple pie is beautiful. Full of hand cut low spray apples from Mead Farm this is a pie you don't have to feel guilty about eating. Only a small amount of sugar is used to sweeten the apple filling. May request coconut sugar or maple syrup instead of sugar in the comments section.
                                                                                                          $32
                                                                                                          • Uncle John's Vanilla Cake with Blueberries on Frosting
                                                                                                            This is the best Vanilla cake made with butter. Vanilla Cream Cheese frosting with blueberries scattered on top. $16 for a 7" cake; $26 for an 8" cake. If requested, another delicious DF vanilla cake can be made with a DF glaze.
                                                                                                            $16
                                                                                                            • Zucchini Brownies
                                                                                                              Our zucchini brownies have been a source of joy for many of our farmers market customers. Made with Ghiradelli cocoa and chocolate chips, they are spectacular. @5" x 8" tray.
                                                                                                              $15
                                                                                                              • Raspberry Almond Bars
                                                                                                                Raspberry Almond bars have a shortbread base with raspberry preserves topped with more shortbread and sliced almonds. Well loved. @5" x 8" tray...
                                                                                                                $15