2024 CSA Week #3

IN THE BOX

Click on an item below for storage tips & recipes.

Basil
Scallions
Turnips
Red Beets
Red Kale
Romaine Lettuce
Green Boston Lettuce (Wed)
Kohlrabi (Fri)
Zucchini & Summer Squash (Fri)

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STORAGE

Put everything in an airtight container in the fridge. Separate the roots from the greens on the beets and turnips for longer storage.

THIS IS A WEEK “A” for bi-weekly members

NOTES ON STORAGE & USE

Basil can sit out “bouquet” style in a glass of water on the counter for a day or so. It should be one of the first items you use in the box due to its tender leaves. The turnips and beet roots (and kohlrabi for Friday members) will last well into 2 weeks if stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Zucchini and all greens should be stored in bags or other airtight containers in the fridge.

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.

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WHAT YOUR FARMERS ARE COOKING

• Fresh Basil Pesto
• Perfect Roasted Beets and Balsamic Roasted Beet Salad
• Creamy Kale Risotto
• Scallion Noodles or Grilled Scallion Chimichurri
• Romaine Salad with Rye Crisps and Lemon-Pecorino Vinaigrette
• Simple Grilled Zucchini & Summer Squash

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…

Kale - Wash the leaves and freeze in a Ziplock. You can toss them in soups later.
Scallions - Wash, chop and freeze to add to soups and sauces later.
Basil - Make pesto - it freezes in a glass jar like a dream!
Kohlrabi - Slice thinly and sprinkle with salt to snack on.
Zucchini/Summer Squash - Zucchini bread
Beets - These will last well for up to a month if you separate the roots from the leaves.