Meal Prep Library

23/06/2019

Strawberries!
A delicious early summer fruit, strawberries are sought after for their red color, lovely heart shape and bright flavor. Strawberries are unique in that the seeds, called achenes, are on the surface on the skin, and not inside the fruit. The fruit does not continue to ripen when picked, so make sure to harvest when fully ripe. Strawberry plants are a perennial vine. They are easy to grow and can be found around the globe from sub-arctic Fineland to trpoical Equador. Europe has its own native strawberry species, commonly called wild strawberries or fraise de bois which is translated to "woodland strawberry." This specis is much smaller than those commonly found commercially in the US and have an intense flavor and aroma. Humans have loved strawberies for centuries. The sweet fruit can be found in Roman literature and has been ciltivated since the 15th century.
When picking or purchasing strawberries, look for berries with good color, intact green leafy hulls and avoid ones with soft or brown spots. Although very large strawberries may look attractive, they often have hollow centers and little flavor or juice.

08/06/2019

Rhubarb
Although technically a perennial vegetable, rhubarb is mainly thought of as a fruit. The edible leaf stalk of Rhubarb, or Rheum rhabarbarum, is well known in the west, while the rhubarb root is used in traditional Chinese medicine in the east. Rhubarb stalks became popular in England and Europe in the 19th century as one of the first fruit like produce items of spring. Rhubarb is also used in Iran and Afghanistan as a vegetable in stews with spinach, as well as in Poland with potatoes.

Rhubarb is is mainly sold as whole stalks with the leaves removed as they contain toxic levels of oxalic acid. Young rhubarb stalks don’t need to be peeled and they freeze well for future use.

The pigment of rhubarb stalks can vary from red to green depending on the variety and the methods used to grow. The stalks are also extremely acidic, which required large amounts of sugars or sweeteners to achieve the classic sweet and sour taste we have come to know and love. Rhubarb is mainly used in pies, cobblers, tarts, preserves, jams and for stewing.

06/03/2019

This filling, craveable & hearty meal will make your forget you are eating clean!

Don't be intimidated by the ingredient list - its well worth it! These are great to make a double batch (or triple) and to freeze for later!

https://mealpreplibrary.com/blogs/recipes/loaded-turkey-quinoa-enchiladas

10/01/2019

Who said meal prep had to be boring? View this recipe and more at mealpreplibrary.com!

https://mealpreplibrary.com/blogs/recipes/grilled-turkey-burgers-with

14/12/2018

🍅Bold flavors, light basmati rice and creamy tatziki sauce all come together to make this meal prep craveable! 🍴
For this recipe, we chose bell peppers, red onion and grape tomatoes for our skewers, but we encourage you to be creative! Add variety with ingredients such as zucchini, mushrooms or artichoke hearts!
https://mealpreplibrary.com/blogs/recipes/greek-marinade-kabobs

25/11/2018

Juicy marinated pork loin, roasted sweet potatoes and sautéed Brussels sprouts - eating clean has never been so tasty! https://mealpreplibrary.com/blogs/recipes

14/11/2018

Comfort food has never been this guilt free until now! With loads of fresh spinach, whole grain pasta, and turkey meatballs - this dish is sure to warm you on chilly days! 🍝

Try this warm and comforting dish to keep on track, even during cold & chilly months!

21/09/2018

Fall is fast approaching, but that does't mean burgers are off the menu! Check out our tasty twist on a healthy turkey burger with the Black & Bleu Burger! 🍔😋

Delicious savory ingredients including baby portobello mushrooms, bleu cheese & balsamic reduction come together in this dish to create a craveable meal!

15/09/2018

🥗 Let’s Prep!

09/09/2018

Loaded Vegetable Rice Paper Wraps with Peanut Sauce !!
💥 A little knife work, a couple minutes and you are ready to go with the colorful, fun, and different approach to meal prep! 💥
Don't have access to a microwave to reheat your meals? This recipe is for you! 🥡

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03/09/2018

An easy, tasty, breakfast solution that uses up your farm stand & garden veggies! 🍅

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31/08/2018

Peaches
Peaches are a type of stone fruit. Both peaches and nectarines are part of the Prunus Persica species. Peaches begin to ripen at the stem end and along the groove. Common varieties will continue to ripen after harvested, however, the sweetness may not increase after being picked.
The wonderful aromatic flavor of peaches is attributed to compounds called lactones, which is the same compound that is responsible for the aroma of coconut!
Peaches can be used in a variety of ways: jams, chutneys, canned, eating out of hand, preserves, savory relishes (mainly in Asian and Indian dishes), in tarts or pastries.
The United States is the worlds largest producer of peaches, with the majority of them grown in California. Peak season is July and August - so keep an eye out at your local farmers market!
Look for fruit free or blemishes or wrinkled skin. Green flesh indicates the fruit was harvested to soon. Mealy flesh is typically caused by storing the peach below 45° which impairs the pectin breakdown.