2024 CSA Week #2
IN THE BOX
Click on an item below for storage tips & recipes.
Arugula
Collards
Kohlrabi (Wed & Thurs)
Red Beets (Fri)
Bok Choi (Wed & Thurs)
Radishes (Fri)
Green Boston Lettuce
Red Boston Lettuce
STORAGE
Put everything in an airtight container in the fridge.
THIS IS A WEEK “B” for bi-weekly members
NOTES ON STORAGE & USE
Arugula can go right into the fridge in its bag. It is very tender, so wash gently to avoid bruising the leaves. If it is wet, you can spin it dry in a salad spinner or in a clean dish towel.
All greens need to stay hydrated, so they’ll have to be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. While I try to avoid plastic in my kitchen, plastic bags are excellent for this kind of greens storage. There are fancy plastic bags that store greens longer, or you can use Vejibags (my choice!) made from cotton fabric, when gently moistened keep the greens in excellent condition.
WILTED GREENS?
It happens in this heat when the greens get dehydrated. Not to worry! Fill a very large bowl with cold water. Dunk the greens into the water and let them float around in there until they “perk up”. It can take up to 15 minutes of being submerged. This is ok and good for the greens! Shake off excess water and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
WHAT YOUR FARMERS ARE COOKING
• Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan
• Maggie’s favorite Baked Eggs with Arugula, Chili and Yogurt
• Perfect Roasted Beets
• Collard Wraps with a Thai Peanut Dressing or Braised Collards with White Beans, Garlic & Parmesan
• Kohlrabi Slaw with Apples & Hazelnuts
• Bok Choi Stir-fry
• Boston Lettuce Salads - Butter Lettuce Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
QUICK USE-UP STRATEGIES
If you find yourself with CSA produce left in the fridge and your next pick-up is coming up….don’t panic! Try these tips…
Collards - Quickly cut into ribbons and saute with garlic and olive oil. Side dish, done.
Kohlrabi - Peel and slice thinly. Put them out to snack on while you make dinner.
Radishes - Roast in the oven!
Arugula - Arugula Pesto!
Red Beets - Shredded in a salad with olive oil, lemon juice, salt & pepper
Bok choi- Quick Stir-fry! See this week’s recipe.
Lettuce - Lettuce Smoothie (yes, it’s delicious!)