CSA 2019 - Week #5

“Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable citizens. 
They are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most wedded to its liberty and interests, by the most lasting bonds."
― Thomas Jefferson

Happy Fourth of July! Farm kids don't usually get to go on family vacations during the growing season, but I'm making an exception this week (leaving daddy farmer at home) and whisking them away to spend time with their cousins on the lake.  So this e-mail is going out to all members today, before I leave, and the contents of the share (listed below) may change slightly between now and Friday.  In other words, thank you for your flexibility and understanding if the list below doesn't exactly match what you receive.

Have a great week, friends!
XO Maggie for Farmer Matt, Kelly & the Crew

What's in the share?

Napa Cabbage
Crunchy, sweet cabbage perfect for summer slaws and salads!
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Cooked or Raw in salad. When to use: Within 6 days.

Japanese Salad Turnips
The turnips are excellent raw and don't forget to eat the greens! You can cook them like spinach.
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Separate the roots from the leaves before storing. Uses: Raw/Cooked When to use: Within 5 days.

Romaine Lettuce
A great summer variety perfect for Caesar salads!
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw When to use: Within 7 days.

Radicchio
This is a wonderful Italian chicory. It has a bitter flavor, which pairs well with a sharp cheese in a salad OR you can cook it which gets rid of the bitter flavor (if it's not your thing!). Grilled radicchio salad is a new favorite of ours!
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw in a salad. When to use: Within a week.

Parsley
Parsley is the star ingredient in a delicious chimichurri sauce to go with everything on your grill this holiday week! Recipe below!
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw When to use: Within 4 days.

Red Kale
This great variety is back! Kale chips? Kale with pasta? Kale salad? Add to your morning smoothie?
Storage: In their container in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw or cooked. When to use: Within 5 days.

Fennel
Love the flavor? Use it raw in a salad. Hate the flavor? Cook it! It looses its "licorice" flavor and completely mellows out when cooked. Try the recipe below--- fabulous!
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw or cooked. When to use: Within 5 days.

Zucchini
Just in time for your summer grilling! Slice lengthwise, toss with olive oil and salt & pepper and grill until tender - flipping half-way.
Storage: In an airtight container/bag in the refrigerator. Uses: Raw or cooked. When to use: Within 5 days.

Farmhouse Favorite Recipes

Napa Cabbage Salad
Classic Caesar Salad
Parsley Chimichurri Sauce
Caramelized Fennel with Goat Cheese (5-STAR recipe!)
Shaved Fennel Salad