WELLSPRING CHARITABLE GARDENS

Fresh Today… Snap Peas, Summer Squash, Spinach, Cucumbers, Broccoli, Carrots, Arugula, Artichokes, Lettuce, Dill, Chives, Basil & Parsley Using your Produce… by Julie Moreno Snap peas are the edible pods that are eaten whole, raw or cooked, after removing the tough string that runs down the edge. I like to remove the string by hand, twisting at the stem and then pulling the stem down the length of the pod with the string. The process will take some time, but it can be done

Fresh Today… Summer Squash, Cucumbers, Beets, Broccoli, Kale, French Breakfast Radishes, Lettuce, Peas, Dill & Parsley Using your Produce… by Julie Moreno The seasons are changing and this week we are harvesting the first of our summer squash. For peak flavor and texture, summer squash is best used within a few days of receiving your basket. Store them in the fridge for up to a week. The skin is tender and full of nutrients, so there’s no need to peel, just give them a rins

Fresh Today… Peas, Swiss Chard, Broccoli, Beets, Cucumber, Spinach, Lettuce Heads, Salad Turnips, Carrots, Radishes, Parsley, Chives & Dill Using your Produce… by Julie Moreno When we have large heads of broccoli, I try to make sure to use the stems and not just eat the florets. Similar to the bagged broccoli slaw at the store, you can make your own by grating it in the food processor. If you don’t have one, you can try a box grater with large holes or just cut up the stems