Basket #4

Sorry that the first posts were not being automatically delivered to y'all's emails, as it was supposed to be... I will send you a link to post from now on, until Google fixes email notification system with blogger.

What you will find in your basket today is sprigs of lemon balm, oregano, Rosemary; kale, beet with beet greens, either beans or broccoli, the last spell of radishes w/radish greens, cucumber, and a giant zucchini. Special treats are grab-a-bundle of turnip greens, and a jar of my homemade kimchi (made from Tatsoi greens that came in uber-early for us this year).

Special tip about storing the kimchi -- once you open the jar, you should keep it in the fridge, and even then if left a little too long it will start to continue its lactic fermentation, the main product being slightly white appearance on top (from the lactate, the solid salt of lactic acid) as well as an improved sour flavor. If you are not interested in it getting a little bit more sour but still perfectly edible, a tip is to pour a little bit of olive oil on the top to make sure everything stays submerged :)

No meat this week, as it's an even one -- but Christine, I won't forget the ground I owe you, plus the new cut, next week ;)

Remember to at least TRY out frying your beet (yes!) and radish (maybe) greens, and of course your turnip greens (maybe+), as many cultures have dishes that use them, and they are good for you (if you can figure out how to like them ;).

And finally, if you taste the kimchi and don't like it for any reason whatsoever, put the lid back on and bring it to next week's share pickup... I really love the stuff, and we'll make sure it doesn't go to waste!

Hope u enjoy, as always send a good recipe if you find one, and... eat up!