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Washington Post
3 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Washington Post
How to blanch fresh produce to preserve flavor, color and texture
We love fresh, seasonal produce for its superb flavor and vibrant color, especially during the summer. But these prized traits are fleeting. This is where blanching can come in to save the day, helping to keep those fruits and vegetables at their best to enjoy now or months later. Think of the technique like flash-boiling: Bring a pot of water to a rapid boil, season it with salt, briefly submerge the produce, then plunge said produce in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once it has cooled, dry the produce and enjoy it, or store it in a number of ways.
New York Times
08-07-2025
- General
- New York Times
I Can't — and Won't — Stop Making These Recipes
Hi, everyone! Mia here, filling in for Emily. Always a pleasure. I tried to come up with a fun theme for this newsletter — recipes that use only one pan, recipes that put a dent in your canned bean stockpile, hot honey recipes. But that just led me to thinking about the recipes that, well, I can't stop thinking about. The recipes on repeat in my brain and on my table. So that's what we have today! Below are five dishes that I can't — and won't — stop making. They come together quickly and easily, of course, and take advantage of the wonderful produce that's swinging into season. And since I've made them all multiple times, I've shared different tweaks and substitutions I've made in case they're helpful (or, I hope, inspiring). Oh boy. I have made these so many times since we published the recipe — Alexa Weibel's ode to the Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme — and each time I tailor them to what I have on hand. Some combinations: canned pinto beans, leftover rice and avocado; scrambled eggs, sliced tomatoes and pickled jalapeños (this is called a 'brunchwrap'); taco-seasoned ground chicken, shredded Cheddar and crushed Corn Nuts. Get yourself some tostadas and the biggest flour tortillas you can find, and go wild. View this recipe. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Washington Post
07-07-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Cherry tomatoes are summer's tiny treasures. Here's how to use them.
In the world of tomatoes, good things truly do come in small packages. Typically no larger than the size of a golf ball, cherry tomatoes are a prime example — with tender skin and a juicy interior, these tiny tomatoes offer a satisfying crunch and burst of concentrated flavor. At their peak, they're a seasonal treasure best savored raw, but their taste can deepen when roasted, sautéed or simmered, adding pops of sweet acidity to a wide range of dishes.
The Independent
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Strawberries bucking the trend to get bigger and cheaper in 2025 – here's why
Strawberry season in the UK has arrived ahead of schedule this year, with growers attributing the early bounty to a combination of warm days, cool nights, and ample sunshine. The favourable weather conditions have resulted in strawberries that are not only sweeter and larger but also more aesthetically pleasing, leading to lower prices for consumers. James Miller, commercial director at WB Chambers Farms in Maidstone, noted that consistent daytime temperatures of 20 degrees Celsius in May, coupled with overnight drops to 9 degrees and high light levels, have been instrumental in producing the exceptional early-season crop. Mr Miller said that these conditions have "really helped the plants to develop and to produce the sweet and large berries that we've got at the moment," adding that "the warm and sunny weather has been welcome for strawberry growing this year." Tesco reported it had increased its stock from UK strawberry growers and reduced the price of 400g punnets from £2.50 to £1.50. The supermarket anticipates a 25 per cent increase in strawberry sales compared to last year. This bucks the common 'shrinkflation' trend many products have been subject to in recent years, where shoppers are paying higher prices for lower quantities. It was recently revealed that the average price of chocolate in the UK grew an inflation-busting 16.5 per cent in the year to February. This is despite many of the products remaining the same size or even becoming smaller. Miller said growing conditions this spring were very different to last year when Britain experienced a much colder and wetter start to the fruit growing season. He said all farmers understood that they have to adapt to climate change, and be prepared for changing circumstances. "We have to invest in the technology. That means that we understand the weather impact on the crops and how we change our irrigation or feeding routines for the future," he said. Miller also welcomed the news that the government is in the process of resetting trade ties with the European Union, which should make it easier to export. The sooner a deal comes the better.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Local farm opens in time for strawberry season
POLAND, Ohio (WKBN) — A local farm is open just in time for strawberry season. Molnar Farms opened its farmer market on Saturday in Poland. They shared the news on Facebook on Friday. You can buy pre-picked strawberries in the market. Customers can also buy plants, vegetables and other groceries. The farm will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on Sundays. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
