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...
This recipe is just the thing for a light supper or a Sunday morning brunch. Servings: 8 Ingredients: 1 (9 1/2 to 10 inch) unbaked pastry shell 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 3 cups grated zucchini Salt 8 large mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups grated...
It would be safe to say that last week had its ups and downs out in the field where temperatures exceeded the mid-90's. Working through weather like that requires a lot of water breaks and time in the shade in order to prevent heat exhaustion. All of our projects...
Many of us are using sriracha sauce on a more frequent basis. This recipe was found on the "Simply Recipes" web-site. Elise Bauer deserves the credit for this easy and very tasty dish. Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 3/4 pound to...
This recipe was discovered for us by Jane Pahl, and it was featured on the YumUniverse web-site. What makes this recipe so outstanding, besides the great taste, is its versatility. Spinach or Swiss chard leaves can be substituted for the kale, and quinoa, brown...
Yellow summer squash is a welcome staple every summer. Low in calories, easily digested, and very nourishing, it adapts easily to a variety of recipes. Since summer squash is approximately 94 percent water, it's a wonderful replacement of lost fluids on those...
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...
The first ripe tomatoes of the season are eagerly anticipated by cooks and gardeners alike. An excellent source of antioxidants and dietary fiber, they also offer us high levels of vitamin A and potassium, and are a good source of vitamin C. They can be baked,...
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...
Beets are one of the most colorful, sweet and delicious vegetables to use, and they are so versatile! Use them either cooked or raw, and in your favorite recipes. They contain generous portions of vitamin C, A, and the carotenes. Using beet greens will also give you...
