Garlic Cilantro and Citrus Butter
Thank you to fellow Springdellian, Dawn DeMeo, for this recipe. I love different herb butters and they freeze so well you can enjoy them year round. Save some of this one for corn on the cob!
Ingredient: Lemon
Lemon
- Description-
Lemons are a high acid citrus fruit. They are bright yellow in color and pack a nice acidic punch to many recipes both sweet and savory. They are a great way to welcome spring or brighten up winter dishes, salads, or soups.
- Preparation-
Lemons have a sour acidic taste, but have many uses. They are used to flavor many dishes, they are commonly used with seafood. They are also used in cocktails and as household cleaners.
- Varieties-
There are a number of different kinds of lemons, but the two you frequently see in our are the common lemon and the Meyer lemon. The Meyer lemon is small in size with a darker color and sweeter taste.
- Storage-
Lemons are fine to keep on the counter but they will last longer if stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. TIP- roll your lemon on the counter before using it, it will give you a higher amount of juice! Don’t forget to use your lemon zest. The lemon oil is in the zest and it is a great flavor enhancer.
- Nutrition- Vitamin C, A, calcium, folate, iron, potassium, magnesium
Recipes Using Lemon
Gluten-Free Apple, Pear and Coconut Crisp
Coconut flakes and protein powder are ingredients that might not readily be in your “staples”, but Sarah would tell you it’s worth it to make this hearty version of her crisp! Be sure the oats are gluten-free if looking to maintain the gluten-freedom.
Beurre Rouge/Beurre Blanc
This sauce is a classic staple and excellent with just about any CSA veggie, (particularly those you might not be so fond of!) There are many renditions but the basic staple ingredients include wine, vinegar and/or citrus, shallot and butter. The sauce is also a canvas on which to paint the herb or spice combination of your choosing, or just leave it simple and let the veggies do the talking! Please note that it does require a bit of undivided attention for a few minutes at parts, so it can be tricky if you have kiddos under your feet.
