by Dee Englund | Jun 27, 2017 | Market News
Green leaf lettuce, along with red leaf, is an excellent source of vitamins A and K. In general, the greener and darker the leaf, the higher the nutritional value. All of the lettuces provide a great source of dietary fiber as well. Store green leaf lettuce in a...
by Dee Englund | Jun 22, 2015 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Kohlrabi is a close relative of broccoli; it resembles a root vegetable but actually the edible globe is the modified swollen stem. The edible leaves jut from the globe portion of the kohlrabi. It offers generous amounts of vitamins A and C and emphasizes the...
by Dee Englund | Jul 16, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Broccoli is one of those versatile vegetables that is excellent on a veggie tray, used in salads, or lightly steamed. A very low calorie vegetable, it contains just 34 calories per 100 grams. Broccoli is high in vitamins A, C, calcium, potassium, and iron. It is...
by Dee Englund | Jul 16, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
We all know what wonderful flavor enhancers onions are. Their versatility is unequalled. They also have a long storage life. Store in a cool dry ventilated place. Before cutting, chill onions in the refrigerator or cut them under cold running water to subdue fumes...
by Dee Englund | Jul 3, 2014 | CSA Member Updates, What's in your share box
Green beans are one of the few beans that can be eaten fresh. Green beans are often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles. When picked young, green beans are a wonderful source of vitamin K, fiber and folate. And what may come as a surprise to some...