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ORGANIC ORGANIC Asparagus

• Should be healthy green color, though a little • Cruciferous , also known purpling is fine; avoid wrinkled spears, or soft tips as Chinese • Wrap moist paper towel around stems and store in • All parts are edible; mild with somewhat sweet taste refrigerator; highly perishable • Nutrient rich – 21 different nutrients • Cut or snap tougher bottom portion of • Low calorie, low glycemic levels, has spear off – usually last 3/4˝ to 1-1/2˝ anti-inflammatory benefits DELIVERED FROM DELIVERED FROM • Steam, blanch, grill, roast, saute or THE FARM BY • Store whole head in plastic bag THE FARM BY microwave; only cook to al dente texture in refrigerator crisper

ORGANIC ORGANIC Broccolette Cilantro

• Strong, fresh flavor and aroma – • A cross between Chinese and like an intense version of parsley • Delicate and sweet broccoli flavor with hint • Wash, discard roots, store in refrigerator in of asparagus zip pouch or wrapped in slightly damp paper towel • Dark green; should not be limp or flabby • Also known as coriander • Deep-green leaves possess antioxidants, Do not overcook essential oils, , and • DELIVERED FROM DELIVERED FROM THE FARM BY • Stems can be chopped and utilized THE FARM BY as well as leaves

ORGANIC ORGANIC Greens Fennel

• Very mild, almost smoky flavor; • AKA Anise; texture of celery without smaller size leaves are more tender stringiness, mild licorice flavor • High fiber, low calorie and low glycemic • Entire plant is edible, though white part levels; great at lowering cholesterol is most popular • Store in refrigerator inside plastic bag • Shred into salads, juice, roast, or saute (remove as much air as possible) Store in refrigerator in plastic bag DELIVERED FROM • DELIVERED FROM • Steam briefly for maximum THE FARM BY • Green fronds can be used as fresh THE FARM BY nutrition and flavor herb or garnish

ORGANIC ORGANIC Lacinato Kale Leek

• AKA Dino, Dinosaur, Lacinada, • Sweeter than shallots, garlic or scallions; Tuscan or Black kale mild onion-like flavor • Earthy yet slightly sweeter flavor than • Braise, steam, boil or roast to soften texture; Leafy Green kale great added to soups/stews or served as side • Remove stems; braise, steam, boil or sauté • Store unwashed and untrimmed in refrigerator To use, clean thoroughly by soaking • Packed with vitamins and nutrients; DELIVERED FROM • DELIVERED FROM fantastic in juice or blends THE FARM BY in water; white and light green THE FARM BY area is edible ORGANIC ORGANIC Portabella Mushroom Romanesco

• Meaty flesh features a rich, earthy flavor • Italian variety of broccoli; light green • Contains more potassium than a banana; has 15 head forms in spiked cones different vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients • Mild- flavor with hints of broccoli • Ideal for sautéing, stuffing, using in casseroles/ • Cut florets from core, then steam, boil, lasagna recipes sauté or roast; don’t overcook Store in paper bag; avoid air-tight DELIVERED FROM DELIVERED FROM • THE FARM BY • Too many nutritional benefits to list THE FARM BY containers which collect moisture