Kale

Kale

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...
Cauliflower or Broccoli

Cauliflower or Broccoli

This week’s share box will include either cauliflower or broccoli. Cauliflower offers significant vegetable protein along with Vitamins A, B-complex, C and E, as well as a variety of minerals. Refrigerate fresh cauliflower in a plastic bag for up to 2 weeks.  To...
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,...
Zucchini

Zucchini

Zucchini is one of the many varieties of summer squash.  It is excellent in replacing lost fluids on hot summer days as it is approximately 94 percent water.  Low in calories and a great source of vitamins A, C, potassium and calcium, zucchini is easily digested and...