Green Tomatoes

Green Tomatoes

Are green tomatoes new to you? Wondering if they are as nutritious as the more familiar red ones? Indeed they are . . . green tomatoes contain vitamins A, C, and K, the B-complex vitamins and antioxidants, as well as iron, phosphorus, and other minerals. Green...
Cooking Herbs

Cooking Herbs

This week’s share will include a cooking herb, such as oregano, thyme, or parsley. OREGANO One of the most popular herbs used to flavor spaghetti sauce, lasagna, and of course, pizza, oregano has a distinct fragrance and aroma.  It is also used in the...
Baking Apples

Baking Apples

Baking apples are ideal to use in sauces, breads, and cakes. A seasonal favorite is to bake them whole, with a cinnamon, brown sugar and nutmeg glaze.
Yellow Onions

Yellow Onions

A classic cooking onion, yellow onions are also known as storage onions. They have a long storage life, and are best stored at room temperature in a dry dark location. Yellow onions have a sharp robust flavor and aroma. Their most common use is for soups, stews and...
Beet and Cabbage Borscht

Beet and Cabbage Borscht

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 pound russet potatoes, chopped 2 1/2 cups chopped green cabbage 1 large onion, chopped 8 cups or more canned vegetable broth 6 beets, peeled and chopped 1 cup drained chopped tomatoes 1 tablespoon lemon juice low fat sour cream...