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Romaine
DAYS TO SPROUT
DAYS TO
SPROUT
7-10 days
MATURES IN
MATURES
IN
68 days
TASTE IT FOR
TASTE IT
FOR
3-5 weeks
Care & Harvest
š”Temperature: Lettuce prefers cooler temperatures (60-70F), and if placed in higher temperatures, it will turn bitter, bolt, and flower early.
āļø Pruning: Check the roots monthly and trim any that are brown or extending past the yPod.Ā
š„¬ Harvest: Lettuce can be picked as individual leaves or harvested as a full head. For ongoing harvest, once the leaves are 4 inches tall, snip the outer leaves an inch above the base of the plant and let the inner leaves continue to grow and mature. Do not cut more than one-third of the plant if you want it to keep growing.
Quick Facts
Romaine is also called ācosā lettuce because it is thought to have originated on the Greek island of Kos. Romaine is an incredibly popular salad green for its firm, crunchy texture and mild, sweet flavor.
Lettuces are particularly high in vitamin A and potassium which support blood pressure, cardiovascular health, bone strength, and muscle strength.
Romaine is a popular lettuce for salads, tacos, sandwiches, and wraps. It makes a perfect base for any salad!
Harvest to Plate Recipe
How To Cook Romaine
INGREDIENTS
- 6 anchovy fillets packed in oil, drained
- 1 small garlic clove
- Kosher salt
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more
- Ā¾ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Ā½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups torn 1ā³ pieces country bread, with crusts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 romaine hearts, leaves separated
INSTRUCTIONS
THE DRESSING:Ā Chop together anchovy fillets, garlic, and pinch of salt. Use the side of a knife blade to mash into a paste, then scrape into a medium bowl. Whisk in egg yolks, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, and mustard. Adding drop by drop to start, gradually whisk in olive oil, then vegetable oil; whisk until dressing is thick and glossy. Whisk in Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
THE CROUTONS:Ā Make your own. Tearing, not cutting the bread ensures nooks and crannies that catch the dressing and add texture. Preheat oven to 375Ā°. Toss bread with olive oil on a baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Bake, tossing occasionally, until golden, 10ā15 minutes.
THE LETTUCE:Ā Use whole leaves; they provide the ideal mix of crispness, surface area, and structure.
THE CHEESE:Ā Caesars crowned with a mound of grated Parmesan may look impressive, but all that clumpy cheese mutes the dressing. Instead, use a vegetable peeler to thinly shave a modest amount on top for little salty bursts.
THE ASSEMBLY:Ā Skip the tongs. Use your hands to gently toss the lettuce, croutons, and dressing, then top off with the shaved Parm.