Floppy Broccoli and Wilted Kale
No offense, but I think my grocery store (and I won't mention names) is at the end of the truck delivery line. Either that or organic produce just hasn't caught on here and sits and wilts on the shelf. I just want fresh, crisp organic produce. Is that too much to ask? I guess it is. But, aha! I've discovered a little trick that helps return floppy broccoli and wilted kale to its former glory. Simply trim the stems a quarter inch and stand them in a glass or bowl of water. In an hour or two your kale and broccoli should feel garden fresh again!
If you like tips like this one, please leave a comment. I'd love to know.
Oh and one more thing.
If You Like Lexie's Kitchen, Cast Your Vote
I assume, since you've read this entire [short] post that you kind of like Lexie's Kitchen? If I'm right I'd love it if you would give this blog a THUMBS UP.
Visit the 50 Best Mom Food Bloggers site. Scroll down to my name and click "LIKE." But really folks, only cast a vote if you really and truly like Lexie's Kitchen :) And be sure to nominate/vote for your other favorite mommy bloggers, too! And thanks to those who have already cast their vote.
[Update: WOW! I am in the top 50 now, gee, thanks!!!]
xo
Lexie
Print Post 
Reader Comments (12)
This is a great tip! I never knew that. One of my favorite health food stores is sometimes the same way with their produce. It's great for gluten-free and sugar-free items, but when it comes to the produce, it's often hit-or-miss. This tip will help in the future so I don't have to make a separate trip to another store just for my broccoli!
Oh, and I "liked" you. Don't worry, I really do "like" Lexie's Kitchen : )
_________________
Swack! Thanks Beth. Loving your green bean casserole!
-Lexie
What a great tip!!!! Thanks Lex- that'll help us around here. Think I can do the same with Romaine?
_________________
I sure bet it would work. Celery, too.
xo
Lexie
I can't believe I never thought of that! I've worked for two years in the floral industry and that's what we do with flowers so they don't wilt. We even have stuff that looks like broccoli sometimes. So smart!
______________________
I know, this is such a "duh" tip. I am sure the older and wiser ones among us already figured this one out ;) You know I saw purple curly kale the other day in the floral department ... such waste when people just use Kale for buffet garnish :)
Thanks for leaving a comment!
xo
Lexie
I love the tip about the floppy broccoli and wilted kale, so yes, please, continue to give tips like this! Thanks!
__________________
Thank you, Karen!!
xo
Lexie
I LOVE that tip!! I do that with herbs, but never thought to do it with kale. Yay--more kale! ;)
And you've got my vote. :)
__________________
Thank ya Ms Ricki!!
xo
Lexie
I am so going to try this! I love broccoli. Correct that, I CRAVE broccoli, and get so upset when it is all limp.
___________________
Thanks Alisa!!
xo
Lexie
Just voted for your blog. Would love it if you would share one of your favorite appetizers on my roundup.
_____________________________
Thanks Jeanette!! I will check my line-up of appetizers ... not sure if I have many, but will send one your way if I do.
xo
Lexie
Hi Lexie!
This also works with spring onions - just peel off the older slimy/browny stalks and trim the ends of the fresher ones (if they have gone bad). I found that not cutting the bottom and roots also help keep them fresher for longer.
Thanks for sharing these tips! It's tough to keep some veggies fresh for longer :p
Misha, thank you for the tip!
xoLexie
I blanched them instead because I didn't have time to wait for them. It worked fairly well. Cut them up and put into a barely boiling pot of water. Leave in there about 5 minutes. They were not wilted when I pulled them out. This works especially good on green beans. Thanks for the idea!
Please help! I know this might be a long shot, but I'm looking for a gluten free, dairy free and egg free recipe for green bean casserole. I saw there was a mention of a green bean casserole above and assuming it was gf, df and ef. Can you share? I'm new to this whole thing and am having a hard time figuring out how to make this casserole without the above items. Thanks!!