- When preparing an onion, rinse gently under water as this will lessen the tear factor.
- Add an onion studded with cloves to add flavour to a white sauce base.
- Plant garlic cloves and use the leaves in salads or for garnishes.
- Unblock a stuffed nose by sniffing an onion.
- Place sliced onion on to an insect bite, it can reduce swelling and the itchiness.
- Add quartered onions to the cavity of a chicken, it will remain moist and adds flavour.
Use an outer leaf of a leek to make a Bouquet Garni. Take the leaf; add a bay leaf, a sprig of thyme, a small piece of celery, a few parsley stalks and a few crushed black pepper corns. Fold in to a small parcel, and tie with string (suitable for cooking) and add to stocks, soups and stews.
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Produce World participate in environmental index
Produce World participate in Business in the Community East of England Environmental Index for the first time this year.
Produce World publishes its first CSR report
In a first for the UK fresh produce industry, Produce World has published a comprehensive report covering its social and environmental activities and performance. The report, 'Growing trust' was published on October 3rd on the group's website.
