However, how long they last is determined by the firmness of the lettuce. For example, although loose-leaf lettuce, tender bib, butter lettuce, green leaves, and romaine can last up to a week, they have a shorter shelf life. Celery is in a class of its own. Packed in a zip-top bag...
To stimulate sprout production, break off most of the lowers leaves of the plant leaving a stump of an inch or two long; do this when buds/sprouts begin to develop. Be sure to leave the terminal crown of leaves intact. This forces more food into the forming sprouts, the lowest of which...
You can’t put all your produce in the crisper. Nor can you leave it unrefrigerated. Certain fruits and vegetables stay fresh in the fridge, while others turn quicker. Some produce releasesethylene gas. This naturally occurring gas causes other produce to turn when in contact. Keep ethylene-s...
The forearm and the upper arm can be left as one piece. But if you prefer smaller pieces, use the chef knife to cut them at the joint. Allow the wings to warm up. If you refrigerated the wings before cooking allow the wings to warm up by leaving them on the counter for a while...
"Leaving food like packaged meat for too long in the fridge can still cause spoilage and growth of certain pathogens." Leftovers should be finished off within a few days of being prepared. For more perishable produce like lettuce, it's still safe to eat just as it starts turning brown, bu...
Harvest during the coolest part of the day if you plan to store or refrigerate the grapes. Grapes do not continue to ripen after picking. Using a hand pruner to harvest grapes Storing grapes Store grapes not refrigerated in a cool place at 40 to 50°F; for long storage place bunches in...
I totally agree–when I start my day with a smoothie for breakfast I feel and eat better all day long. I have a VitaMix which costs a small fortune but is an incredible investment. I love putting kale in my smoothies..so good for you and really tasty when mixed with mango, pineapple...
“You can resuscitate wilty vegetables! Lettuces and some vegetables like celery can be brought back from a wilted state by letting them soak in cold water for a few minutes.”—Dan LongofMad Greens “When you have leftover cinnamon rolls, muffins, or croissants, throw them in a zip-top...
Lettuce– keep damp in an airtight container in the fridge. Leeks-leave in an open container in the crisper wrapped in a damp cloth or in a shallow cup of water on the counter (just so the very bottom of the stem has water).
It lasts for months when refrigerated and you always need to use a small amount. I have written more about sweeteners in my post here. Instead of spending money on expensive ingredients, consider buying a good quality blender like Vitamix as it will pay off in the long term if you make ...