Use Your Bushel: Week of February 5


February 5: Large Bushel

Broccoli (1 lb avg) or Cauliflower (1 head), Cabbage Green or Red (1 head), Carrots (1 bunch/1 lb avg), Green Onions (1 bunch) or Fennel (1 bulb), Kale (1 bunch) or Collard Greens (1 bunch), Lettuce (1 head), Oranges (5 count), Radishes (1 bunch) or Rutabaga (1 lb avg), Spinach (1 bunch) or Bok Choy (1 bunch), Sweet Potatoes (1 lb avg)

February 5: Medium Bushel

Beets (1 bunch/1 lb avg), Broccoli (1 lb avg), Carrots (1 bunch/1 lb avg), Kale (1 bunch) or Collard Greens (1 bunch), Lettuce (1 head), Oranges (3 count), Sweet Potatoes (1 lb avg)

Each week, we take the time to list out all of the possible produce items that you get in your delivery and translate them into recipe ideas for your meal planning inspiration. If you ever find yourself with too many apples, or no idea what to do with radishes, you can always message us on Facebook or Instagram to chat with a Farmhouse employee! We will get back to you with recipe ideas, meal prep guidance, or just a friendly hello!

Pass the Ketchup: Garlic Root Vegetable Fries

Bushel Vegetables: Beets, Carrots, Sweet Potato, Rutabega

Fries aren’t just for potatoes! Chop root vegetables into large sticks and toss with a garlicky-oil to infuse flavor while roasting. Try whipping up a decadent carrot ketchup if you’re looking for something different to dip! Recipe Credit: The Real Food RDs


Spiced & Roasted: Curry Roasted Cauliflower and Fennel

Bushel Vegetables: Cauliflower, fennel, green onions

Toss peak-of-season cauliflower florets and sliced of fennel with a blend of exotic spices and roast until fragrant and delicious! Top with chopped green onions for bright flavor. Recipe Credit: PaleOMG


A Bright Crunch: Cabbage-and-Herb Slaw with Oranges

Bushel Vegetables: cabbage, orange, green onion, radish, bok choy

Are you ready for warmer weather? Whip up a big salad with crunchy cabbage, bright green onions, and sweet orange segments and dream of sunshine! Add sliced radishes for a spicy note and chopped boy choy to use up your veggies. Recipe Credit: Martha Stewart


Bold Brassicas: Broccoli Matchsticks and Kale Salad Recipe

Bushel Vegetables: Broccoli, kale/collards

Don’t throw away the stems! Slice broccoli stalks into thin strips for extra crunch on this winter vegetable salad. Top with toasted nuts and a bright dressing for texture and flavor contrast. Recipe Credit: Food and Wine


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