Category: February

Swede

August 14, 2025

Swede is a sweet, earthy root vegetable. Store whole in a cool, dark place, or refrigerate cut pieces wrapped to keep fresh.

Main Crop Potatoes

August 14, 2025

Main crop potatoes store best in a cool, dark, ventilated place. Keep them dry, unwashed, and away from light to prevent sprouting.

Forced Rhubarb

July 16, 2025

UK forced rhubarb is a good source of vitamin C and fibre. Keep it fresh by wrapping in a damp cloth in the fridge. Avoid washing until you’re ready to use it.

Red Cabbage

July 11, 2025

Red cabbage is a vibrant, vitamin C–rich vegetable delicious raw in slaws or cooked in braises. Store in the fridge. Suitable for freezing – blanch wedges, cool in ice water, then freeze.

Parsnip

July 11, 2025

Parsnips are sweet, earthy root vegetables rich in fibre and vitamin C. Store away from other fruit and veg. Suitable for freezing – blanch slices, cool in ice water, then freeze.

Leeks

July 11, 2025

Leeks are mild, flavourful vegetables rich in vitamin K and manganese, ideal for soups, stews, and gratins. Suitable for freezing – slice, blanch for 30 seconds, cool in ice water, then freeze.

Kale

July 10, 2025

Kale is a nutrient-rich leafy green full of vitamins A, C, and K. Great in salads, soups, or stir-fries. Suitable for freezing – blanch leaves, cool in ice water, then freeze.

White Cabbage

July 10, 2025

Suitable for freezing – Blanch sliced cabbage for 90 seconds, then place in ice water before freezing.

Savoy Cabbage

July 10, 2025

Suitable for freezing – Blanch sliced cabbage for 90 seconds, then place in ice water before freezing.

Carrots

July 10, 2025

Carrots are crunchy, vitamin A–rich root vegetables enjoyed raw or cooked in sweet and savoury dishes. Store them in the fridge, ideally in a bag, to keep them fresh and crisp.