How many times has a head of crisp lettuce quickly turned into a wilted pile in the fridge? In efforts to reduce this, I’ve created a system that makes it easier to keep fruits and vegetables fresher, longer.īefore jumping in, a quick word on storage: If you do have produce that is wilted and old, discard it before your farmers’ market or grocery run. It makes sense, as keeping fruits and vegetables fresh can be a surprisingly tough mandate. Research shows that fresh produce is among the top foods that are tossed. This is to save time and money, and to avoid adding to the gigantic problem that is wasted food in America. I have been on a long mission to reduce food waste in our household. Remove the foil and allow it to cook for another 15 minutes. Cover with foil and place in the oven for 30 minutes.ġ2. Using a baster, paint the mixture on top of the squash.ġ1. In a small bowl, mix the ¼ cup / 60 ml olive oil with parsley, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and remaining salt and pepper.ġ0. Place tomato, squash, and zucchini rounds in concentric circles around the pan, starting on the outer edge and working towards the center.ĩ. Use a spatula to mix and cook for another few minutes.Ĩ. Add diced tomatoes, ½ teaspoon of sea salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, red pepper flakes, and basil. Allow leeks and peppers to cook for approximately 5-7 minutes.ħ. Add peppers, leeks, and garlic (or garlic-infused olive oil).Ħ. Preheat a cast iron skillet or similar oven-safe pan on medium heat. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit / 190 degrees Celsius.Ĥ. Thinly slice tomatoes, squash, and zucchini into round discs.ģ.
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