CSA 2022 - Week #3

As we ease into the third week of harvests, we are faced with a farming dilemma. What do we do when our carefully planned (and spaced) lettuce plantings all ripen at the same time? I guess we ask everyone to PLEASE make lots of salad! These baby Romaines weren't supposed to be ready until next week, but they're ready now! Some crops like lettuce can't just hang out in the fields and wait their turn. When they're ready, they're ready!

PRO TIP: Feeling overwhelmed with greens? Spend 15 minutes washing ALL your lettuce and cooking greens as soon as you get a chance. Wash, spin dry and store in an airtight container (ziplock bag works) so you're ready to pull out the leaves for salads all week. Also, whip up a big jar of salad dressing so you can get your salad on the table in less than 60 seconds!

This week's harvest

Red Radishes
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge. Remove the greens before storing.
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Green & Red Boston Lettuce
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw
When to use: Within 5 days

"Cross Your Heart" Mini Romaine Lettuce
These are the most beautiful mini Romaines that are all tender heart leaves inside!  The heads are very solid, and you'll love the texture and flavor.
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw
When to use: Within 3 days

Green Kale
Excellent variety of kale for Kale Chips and for green smoothies! 
The flavor is sweet and mellow.
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses:Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Kohlrabi
This is an unusual looking veg that's a member of the cabbage family, but has a much sweeter and crisper taste.  Peel off the thick skin and slice thinly as a snack, julienne for a slaw, or cut into matchsticks and roast up as fries!
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge. Remember to remove the thick skin!
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Parsley
When you're faced with a bunch of parsley, think of making it the star of the show and not just a garnish.  I LOVE parsley pesto.  It's great on crackers, a dollop on soups or even on pasta. 
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw
When to use: Within 3 days

Napa Cabbage
A perfect size to make a delicious and crunchy Napa Cabbage salad.
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Recipes!

Kohlrabi Fries
Parsley Pesto
Roasted Radishes with Feta Mint Sauce
Napa Cabbage Salad
Kale Chips - The BEST ones (not burned)
Simple Romaine Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
Boston Lettuce Salad with Creamy Dressing from Jacques Pepin

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