4th of July Veggie Storage

The 4th of July is already here (!) which probably also means a Baltimore getaway. Here are some quick tips for how to store the veggies while you're gone, and several recipes if you're trying to eat it before the holiday.


Chard: Best eaten ASAP but will keep 2-4 days in the refrigerator. It also freezes well - blanch first then freeze in plastic bag or container. 

Cucumbers: Refrigerate for use within 5 days. For optimal keeping, wrap cucumbers individually in paper towels, then place inside a closed plastic bag.

Turnips: Remove the greens and store them separately (you can also eat these, but they will only keep about 3 days). The root will keep for roughly a week in a plastic bag in the fridge. 

Zucchini: Best within 4-5 days in your fridge's crisper section. 
Cauliflower/Broccoli: Keep in perforated or open plastic bag to keep 5-7 days. 
Kale: Keep in sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator for 5-7 day storage.
Kohlrabi: Keeps for 2 weeks in the fridge.


Eggs in Sauteed Chard: http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/eggs_nested_in_sauteed_chard_and_mushrooms/
Tropical Cucumber Salad: http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/tropical_cucumber_salad.html
Zucchini bread: http://smittenkitchen.com/2007/07/summer-of-the-bats/   
Simple Cauliflower: http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/simple-cauliflower-recipe.html
Broccoli, Kale, & Cauliflower Tart: http://www.cookyourdream.com/2010/05/sprouting-broccoli-kale-and-cauliflower.html 


Made a great dish for the 4th with your veggies? Post it! Happy 4th!

Kohlrabi Slaw

A simple, delicious and nutritious recipe for kohlrabi slaw:

1 kohlrabi, shredded
3 radishes, shredded
1 carrot, shredded
splash of extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp champagne or white wine vinegar
fresh chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Mix ingredients together in a bowl. Allow to rest at least an hour before serving so flavors meld together.

I don't measure ingredients out when I cook, so amounts are estimates. Make the recipe to your own taste!

Hope you enjoy this simple dish as much as I do.
Buen provecho!

Kohlrabi?

Kohlrabi? 

So what's the deal with kohlrabi? Check out these storage tips and recipe for some ideas about how to use it! If you have any great recipes or kohlrabi experiences of your own - please post! 

Storage tips: Before storing, remove the leaves (you can keep them in a plastic bag in a refrigerator for two days). Wrap kohlrabi in a damp towel and place in refrigerator to keep for two weeks. Frozen kohlrabi will keep up to nine months; blanch sliced or halved Kohlrabi for 3 minutes prior to freezing.

Cooking tips: Use raw or cooked in salads, stir-fries, or casseroles.

Sauteed Kohlrabi with Onions and Cream 

       Cubes of peeled kohlrabi

       Thinly sliced white onion 

       Unsalted butter 

       Finely shredded kohlabi leaves

       Heavy cream 

       Salt and pepper 

       Grated nutmeg

• • Cook kohlrabi and onion in butter over medium-high heat until almost tender. Stir in kohlrabi leaves, and cook until wilted. Add a generous splash of heavy cream, and cook for a few seconds to reduce. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Serve with chicken, pork chops, or steak.

• • Recipe: http://www.marthastewart.com/354689/sauteed-kohlrabi-onions-and-cream

    
    

    
    

    
    

    • • Tips: http://www.germanfoodguide.com/kohlrabi.cfm 

    

    picture from: www.marthastewart.com

    
    

    
    

    
    

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