Escarole Lettuce
Escarole, a member of the chicory family, has a slightly bitter flavor; however the interior heart is sweeter than the green leaves.

Storage
» Store in the coldest area of the walk-in cooler. Kitchen heat will cause yellowing and wilting
» Store in the original container to protect. Do not stack heavy objects on top of cases to limit the potential for crushing.
» Keep away from drafts from the cooler fan. escarole lettuce is highly susceptible to dehydration.
» Escarole lettuce is extremely susceptible to ethylene damage. Store away from ethylene producing fruits where possible. Ethylene damage will appear as brown russet spots.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Handle with care, outside leaves tear easily.
» Expected shelf life of escarole lettuce is 4-5 days.
» Avoid placing the case or raw product on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.
» Escarole lettuce should be washed in a sanitary rinse and drained well prior to preparation.
» Store prepped product immediately into refrigeration (covered) upon completion of the prep.