Beets are a cool-weather crop. Beets can again be planted 2 to 3 weeks before the last average frost date in spring or in late summer or early autumn 6 to 8 weeks before the first average frost in autumn. Beets can be grown as a winter crop in mild-winter regions. ...
Tip:When thinning, don’t pull up the plants, as you may accidentally disturb the roots of the beets you want to keep. Instead, just snip or pinch off the greens (and eat them). Mulchand thenwaterregularly with about 1 inch of water per square foot per week. Beets need to maintain ...
Step 2: Realize the importance of washing ALL of your produce.I admit that sometimes I skimp on washing the foods that we don’t eat the outside of, but since we are using them to add flavor to homemade chicken stock – you do need to wash them. Here’s myguide to washing produce...
Some canned vegetables will have a “use by” date printed on them. According to the manufacturer, the high quality of the food will be maintained for a long time. Cans that have been properly stored and are undamaged are still safe to eat after this date. Freezing vegetables Enjoy the f...
Beets- sweet, crunchy if raw (grate or cut thin slices if using raw and use sparingly, otherwise it'll make the salad hard to chew) Fennel-watery, crunchy, sweet. Peas-if using frozen or fresh, sweet. If using canned, salty. If using raw, crunchy, if using cooked, smooth/creamy. ...
I have put canned beets in my smoothie - it makes it pink and quite pretty! Some will put spinach in, but don't start with a green smoothie, I think. We will add a raw egg to ours, but we have access to our own free range eggs. This is a great way to get in protein. Cotta...
just a reminder that it’s okay to plan on the same tight rotation of recipes week after week because they are easy and (crucial) because you know everyone will eat. Don’t waste energy on feeling like you have to be creative or innovative. Maybe that means eight straight Mondays ofBianc...
Peeled garlic cloves can be canned or frozen. Fresh garlic leaves can be snipped and used like chives. Hard-neck garlic will set bulblets at the top of twisted flower stalks in addition to the underground bulbs. Garlic types and varieties There are hundreds of named varieties of garlic, but...
Sauerkraut is high in digestive enzymes that help to break down starches, proteins, and fats. STEP 3: SALT. Create Your Brine In Step 3: SALT, you add salt to the prepared vegetables and sliced cabbage to create the brine in which your sauerkraut will ferment. Believe it or not, that ...
How to Cook Beans Once you know how to cook dried beans, you'll always have them on hand. They're cheap, nutritious, easy to make, and - most importantly - delicious! vegetarian / cooking basics— Jump to recipeCanned beans are convenient, but in terms of affordability, taste, and ...