Eggplant

Eggplant

Believed to have originated in India or Burma, eggplant became popular in many Arab countries and Northern Africa around 900 A.D.  When it was first introduced in Europe around the 15th century, it was cultivated only as an ornamental curiosity, because it was...
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...
Rutabagas

Rutabagas

A close relative of the turnip, rutabagas are sweeter, larger, and more tan in color.  Also known as Swedes or Swedish turnips, they were one of the first vegetables grown by the early settlers.  They are high in carbohydrates, vitamins A and C, and some minerals,...