Fresh produce, especially when abundant in the summer months, can easily go to waste if we don’t have a plan for it. To avoid tossing produce: Create a meal plan and use fresh produce in the beginning of the menu to use it up faster. Consider having a leftover night on the menu or a soup/stew … Read more
Cucumbers are for more than just pickles. I personally enjoy a cucumber sandwich on toast with fresh picked cucumbers from the garden. Here are some other ideas for you! Top 10 Ways to Use Cucumbers Add One More! Rack up one more veggie during the day by adding finely diced, peeled and seeded cucumber to chicken, … Read more
Sweet, juicy peaches are the best! There are many uses for peaches: Eating as is, adding to hot or cold cereal, smoothies, chilled soups, added to pancakes, or used in baking. One thing is for sure, peaches create an amazing flavorful experience. See below for tips and recipes! Selection, Storage, and Preparation Ripe peaches should be stored in … Read more
Sure, watermelon is typically a staple at barbecues but this fruit can be used for so much more! See some ideas below: Selection & Storage Melons should be free of cracks, dark bruises, or soft spots. Select a melon that is fragrant as it is a clue to its ripeness. A ripe melon will … Read more
Having confidence in your knife skills and different ways of cutting foods can make your time in the kitchen easier and more enjoyable, not to mention quicker! Check out this video to learn some knife skills and how to perform different cuts (video from Tasty):
Spring means spinach! Spinach is a dark green leaf vegetable with a slightly bitter taste that is a rich source of vitamin A, C, and iron. Check out these tips on choosing, storing, and preparing spinach: Selection Fresh spinach can be found loose or bagged. Choose fresh spinach leaves that are green and crisp. Avoid … Read more
Fresh strawberries, need we say more? Check out these tips for choosing, storing, and preparing strawberries: Selection Choose shiny, firm strawberries with a bright red color. Caps should be fresh, green and intact. Avoid shriveled, mushy or leaky berries. Storage Do not wash strawberries until ready to eat. Store in refrigerator for 1-3 days. … Read more
Nothing is better than fresh spring peas! Check out tips on choosing, storing and preparing peas below: Selection Choose firm, bright green, medium-sized pods with no signs of decay or wilting. Storage Refrigerate peas in a perforated plastic bag for 3-5 days. Shell peas immediately before using. 10 Ways to Prepare Peas Quick One-Dish Meal. Need … Read more
We know it is finally Spring when asparagus starts to pop up from the ground. Here are some tips on how to choose, store, and prepare asparagus. Selection Choose odorless asparagus stalks with dry, tight tips. Avoid limp or wilted stalks. Storage Refrigerate asparagus for up to four days by wrapping ends of stalks in wet paper towel and … Read more
Quick? Easy? Nutritious? Delicious? No cooking required? Yes, please! Overnight oats are all of these things. Overnight oats are also a great option for those struggling for breakfast ideas due to food allergies or vegan eating styles as the ingredients can be flexible. Check out this video for a basic overnight oat recipe and other tips: Tips: Be … Read more