When young and green, Gypsy peppers are crunchy and have a slightly acidic flavor. The peppers are also known as Cubanelle peppers, and are a hand-bred cross between a sweet pepper and a bell pepper. Underneath the skin, the pale green flesh is crisp, juicy, and...
A welcome addition to our salads of early spring greens, radishes offer us a splash of color and zest. Although the radish root is 94 percent water and of modest nutritional value, it does provide a small amount of minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium,...
The oldest member of the cabbage family, kale is among the earliest cultivated and was a favorite vegetable in ancient Rome. It is a powerhouse vegetable, very rich in vitamins A, C, and the mineral calcium. It is also high in the B vitamins. Kale is the highest in...
This recipe was found on Pinterest and was originally from Woman’s Day magazine. Try adding red bell pepper for an additional flavor boost. Prep time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. pizza dough 3 Tablespoons olive oil 2 small eggplants (about 1 lb....
This recipe was published in the St. Paul Pioneer Press on Sunday, July 30, 2017. It is adapted from “Red, White and ‘Que,” by Karen Adler and Judith Fertig; Running Press, 2017. The photo that accompanied the recipe was so eye-catching, I simply had...
