Roasting beets using the method in this recipe, there’s no need to peel the beets before roasting them. After cooking and depending on how the beets will be used is when the skin can be removed. Peeling is optional however. I like to peel the skin off when using beets for pickling,...
Keep the garden free of weeds which will compete with carrots for nutrients and moisture. Don’t grow carrots where you grew potatoes, beets, parsnips, celery, eggplants, tomatoes, or peppers the year before. It is best to plant directly in the garden where they will grow. Carrots started...
Q: What is the best way to prepare the soil for onions? A: Onions are heavy feeders. They need well-limed, well-fertilized, heavy soil. Onions do best when organic matter has been added to the soil. Work in lots of aged manure before you plant. Add a balanced organic fertilizer to...
The trick with pickling is to create an environment that is inhospitable to harmful bacteria while preserving the integrity of the vegetables. The 1:1 ratio of vinegar to water keeps my vegetables crisp in the fridge, but is also acidic enough that they can be canned safely if I choose to....
To prepare them for freezing, cook and peel your beets. You can cut them or leave them whole for freezing. Dry off all surfaces, then place on a sheet pan lined with wax paper. Freeze until the beets are rock-solid. Transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. ...
Boiling beets is an easy way to prepare beets for salads, snacking or in preparation for juicing them without the use of a juicer. Bring a large pot ofwater to a boil. There should be enough water tocover the beets. While the water is coming to a boil, prepare the raw beets before ...
including pickling. Turmeric pickle is made using raw, whole turmeric and oil which helps preserve and absorb its nutritional benefits while bypassing the labor-intensive process of making turmeric powder. Pickled turmeric makes a bright, tangy addition to grain bowls, rice, and curries as well as...
Prepare the Cabbage by Shredding into Finely Cut Strips Not much is required to get the first half of this process rolling. This recipe makes a small batch, approximately two quarts of canned sauerkraut. Double the quantities for larger amounts. ...
Prepare planting beds by adding aged compost and well-rotted organic mulch. Side-dress eggplants with compost tea or a dilute solution of fish emulsion every 2 or 3 weeks until the fruit has set and then every 3 to 4 weeks after.
Plant turnips in well-drained soil rich in organic matter with a soil pH of 6.5 to 7.0. Prepare planting beds in advance by removing all rocks and obstacles and applying garden compost and well-aged manure. Work the soil to about 8 inches deep then rake it smooth. ...