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plum purple radish from my 2011 archive

June 7, 2011

Radish

Plot95 is thriving. I try to make time to water the garden every day, but sometimes that does not happen. I have not been since Friday, and I was a little worried. It was not extremely hot over the weekend but warm enough for concern. I expected to see a few newly planted seedlings slumped over and perhaps a few dried leaves here and there. There was no need for worry, everything was fine and happily thriving.

When I went to hill the radishes, I noticed one that had pushed itself out of the soil. It was slightly smaller than a ping-pong ball. I took the cue and harvested it. I also washed and ate it on the spot. It was very spicy, borderline fiery. Radishes typically build some extra heat in the peak of summer, not usually this early.

The purple skin on the radish contrasted beautifully with the stark white interior. I am really looking forward to harvesting a handful of them. I have this vision of them thinly sliced, sautéed in butter, and served over white fish. I hope they will keep their purple color when cooked, the color is just so gorgeous.

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