FACTS – Cornstalks happen to be one of the most popular arrangements out there at the moment. Take a bunch of corn stalks, tie them together and place them on either side of your front door entrance. Pair them with pumpkins and other decorations. Dried corn stalks or leaves can also be used in planters […]
FACTS – Pumpkins are usually orange, but can sometimes be yellow, white, green or even red. They have a thick shell which contains pulp and seeds. Pumpkins can be prepared by baking, roasting, steaming or boiling. Pumpkin soup and roasted pumpkin seeds are very popular dishes. They can also be used in pies which make […]
FACTS: Potatoes whether mashed, baked or roasted, people often consider potatoes as comfort food. The skin of potatoes is generally brown, red or yellow, and may be smooth or rough, while the flesh is yellow or white. There are also other varieties available that feature purple-grey skin and a beautiful deep violet flesh. Potatoes have […]
FACTS – Garlic is a wonderful seasoning to add aroma, taste, and added nutrition to your dishes. Garlic is rich in a variety of powerful sulfur-containing compounds. Store fresh garlic in an open container in a cool, dark place. Garlic can be prepared in the crushed form, chopped, pressed, pureed, minced or roasted. Garlic pairs […]
FACTS – Anti-inflammatory, low calories, antioxidants, low carb, Vitamin K C A, Calcium, Potassium, Lutein. Kale is a vital vegetable that is rich in nutrients, health benefits and delicious flavor. Per calorie, Kale has more iron than beef, more calcium than milk, 10% more Vitamin C than spinach. Kale is good for the eyes, skin […]
FACTS – highly nutritious and “cardiovascular health” friendly root vegetable. The antioxidants found in this root and the top-greens have found to offer protection against coronary artery disease and strokes, and lowers the cholesterol levels within the body, and has anti-aging effects. Its nutritional benefits come from fiber, vitamins, minerals and unique plant derived anti-oxidants. […]
FACTS – Green Onions add flavor to your dishes, though green onions are milder, so even so that they are used raw. They won’t over power the taste of your dish. Green Onions are also loaded with nutrients that your body needs, as they make a healthy addition to your diet. Green Onions are low […]
FACTS: Onions come in an arrangement of colors, shapes and flavors such as scallions and shallots, cooking onions, red and white onions. Onions can be baked, boiled, fried, grilled, roasted, sautéed or even eaten raw. They pair well with apples, parsley, pepper, thyme and tomatoes.
TOMATOES – Tomatoes are acidic, making them especially easy to preserve in home canning whole, in pieces, as tomato sauce or paste. They are a key ingredient in pizza, and are commonly used in pasta sauces. They are also used in gazpacho. While it is botanically a fruit, it is considered a vegetable for culinary […]