Dee’s Corner

Dee’s Corner

Hi everyone, As we head into the last full week of August, many of us are looking ahead to the shift in routine that comes with fall. You’ll start to notice this in the recipes posted as well. More soups, stews and chowders will be featured. Since Swiss chard is...
White Sweet Corn

White Sweet Corn

Wrapped in tightly layered pale lime green to white husks, white sweet corn is a fun variety to try. Both the kernels and the milk of white corn are creamy white in color. Cook for only a few minutes to retain the best flavor and texture. White corn can be blanched,...
Celery

Celery

A convenient ready-to-go snack that is low in calories, celery is a staple for many of us.  One of the most versatile vegetables around, besides its use as a quick snack, celery is used in salads, stir-fries, soups, and stews.  Unlike some vegetables, it retains most...
Swiss Chard

Swiss Chard

Chard is native to the Mediterranean region.  It is named ‘Swiss chard’ because it was first described by a Swiss botanist in the 16th century.  The most familiar varieties of Swiss chard are the white stem and the beautiful ruby-red stem chard.  Both...