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Dee’s Corner

Dee’s Corner

Hi everyone, I hope you all had a good week and that the severe rainstorms over the weekend didn't inconvenience you too much. We were camping in the St. Croix Bluffs area and there was a power outage for most of the day on Saturday. But this hot humid weather has...

Green Slaw

Green Slaw

Shared by Marie Rayner on her site "The English Kitchen", this pretty green salad is easily made ahead of time, ready to serve when you are. Prep time: 25 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1/2 head of Cabbage, sliced thinly (Savoy cabbage is perfect for this recipe) 1...

Savoy Cabbage

Savoy Cabbage

Savoy cabbage is striking in its difference from the regular green cabbage we are more familiar with. It's darker in color and the leaves are crinkly, like crepe paper. Green cabbage has a mild flavor and is crunchy in texture, which makes it perfect for coleslaw. The...

Leaf Lettuce

Leaf Lettuce

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 leaf lettuce in a plastic...

Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi

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...

Green Bell Peppers

Green Bell Peppers

Peppers contain high levels of vitamins A, C, and E and most varieties include the minerals iron and potassium.  Refrigerate unwashed in a refrigerator hydrator drawer for 1-2 weeks.   Eating them raw, added to a veggie tray, sliced in a salad, or as part of a...

Cucumbers

Cucumbers

Since cucumbers are 95 percent water, they help us replenish the fluids and minerals we lose on those sizzling hot July days.  While containing small amounts of vitamins A, C, and a few minerals, they are rich in vitamin E.  In addition to using as a snack, either...

Sweet Corn

Sweet Corn

An ancient staple food of the Americas, corn is often referred to as maize.  When combined with most beans or dairy, corn will provide a complete protein.  This is shown by the many traditional native dishes.  Similar to other whole grains, corn is a great source of...