Rhubarb

Rhubarb

One of the first offerings of the spring garden, rhubarb gives us its own unique taste and texture.  High in vitamins A and C and a variety of minerals, especially calcium, it is also believed to be a digestive aid and a blood purifier.  Its tartness increases with...
Strawberries

Strawberries

Who can resist a fresh sweet strawberry, ripe from the patch?  Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and are rich in the B-complex vitamins.  They also contain significant amounts of vitamins A and E, and the minerals potassium, manganese, fluorine,...
Tomatoes

Tomatoes

The first ripe tomatoes of the season are eagerly anticipated by cooks and gardeners alike.  An excellent source of antioxidants and dietary fiber, they also offer us high levels of vitamin A and potassium, and are a good source of vitamin C.  They can be baked,...