End of Season Thoughts If I had to guess, I would say this CSA season has challenged and changed you as a cook. Every year there are twists and turns, gluts and shortages, and produce that is unfamiliar, which forces us CSA members to stretch our imaginations and skills as home chefs. We have lots …
Feature Item—Parsnips It may look similar to a carrot and comes from the carrot family, but parsnips are quite a different vegetable. Because they have no beta-carotene, parsnips are white. However, they are still quite healthful, boasting impressive levels of dietary fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamin C and calcium. It is argued that they are …
Featured Item—Celeriac I have to admit, until this past week, I had never tasted celeriac. It’s not that I was leery of the hairy brown knobby bulb, I mean it is kind of funky and fun, but I just didn’t know what to do with it. So I never purchased it. When Karen said the …
CSA Tip—Another idea for mature arugula Last week I discussed ideas for using more mature arugula leaves. I came across an intriguing recipe this week in the new Bon Appetit (October 2013) called arugula salsa verde (http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/arugula-salsa-verde) It is similar to a pesto, but with a bit more zest. Try it in soups/stews or with …