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,...
I can honestly say that the stress level went from zero to sixty in a heartbeat with the storm Sunday night. All I could do was pray as the hail came down briefly and the high winds and rain thereafter. I believe my prayers were answered, as crop damage was minimal...
Another delicious recipe shared on Pinterest by Hanady Awada, who writes on her blog, Recipe Nomad. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Ingredients for the Fritters: 1 Kohlrabi, peeled and grated 1 Carrot, grated 1/4 teaspoon Coriander 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric 1/8...
This recipe was shared on Pinterest by Joy, who lives with her family in West Chester, Pennsylvania. This recipe and other easy family-friendly recipes can be found on her website, www.joylovefood.com. Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 Kohlrabi bulb,...
This delicious salad goes together easily and quickly and is an ideal side dish to burgers or steaks. Our thanks goes out to Amanda Batcher, The Chunky Chef, for sharing it on Pinterest. More of her recipes can be found on her website, www.thechunkychef.com....
Green leaf lettuce, along with red leaf, is an excellent source of vitamins A and K. In general, the greener and darker the leaf, the higher the nutritional value. All of the lettuces provide a great source of dietary fiber as well. Store green leaf lettuce in a...
Kohlrabi is a close relative of broccoli; it resembles a root vegetable but actually the edible globe is the modified swollen stem. The edible leaves jut from the globe portion of the kohlrabi. It offers generous amounts of vitamins A and C and emphasizes the...
Broccoli is one of those versatile vegetables that is excellent on a veggie tray, used in salads, or lightly steamed. A very low calorie vegetable, it contains just 34 calories per 100 grams. Broccoli is high in vitamins A, C, calcium, potassium, and iron. It is...
We all know what wonderful flavor enhancers onions are. Their versatility is unequalled. They also have a long storage life. Store in a cool dry ventilated place. Before cutting, chill onions in the refrigerator or cut them under cold running water to subdue fumes...
Green beans are one of the few beans that can be eaten fresh. Green beans are often steamed, boiled, stir-fried, or baked in casseroles. When picked young, green beans are a wonderful source of vitamin K, fiber and folate. And what may come as a surprise to some...
