Season

May-June and September-November.

Selection

Look for bright green leaves that are fresh, young, moist, and tender. Avoid coarse stems, injured, torn, dried, limp or yellowed leaves.

Preperation

Wash in lukewarm water in a large bowl. Remove any roots, rough ribs, and the center stalk if it is large or fibrous.

Storage

Store in the coldest part of the refrigerator for no more than two to three days.

Recipies