Cindy's Recipes and WritingsJerusalem Artichokes (Sunchokes) Earth Apples Jerusalem artichokes or “sunchokes” are members of the sunflower family. These vegetables have a slightly nutty taste and the texture of potatoes. These vegetables contain only a little starch. Instead …
Horseradish Know Your Herbs and Spices
Horseradish is one of those vegetables that you either love or you hate. I love it. What makes horseradish unique is its volatile oils. The grated root is mixed with vinegar and sometimes other spices …
Grapes Know your Fruits and Veggies
Grapes are now at their peak (available every season May – January!). Grapes of all colors – red, black and green – are a natural source of beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols. One serving of …
Cucumbers Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Are you cool as a cucumber? Probably not. A cucumber like its cousins watermelon and cantaloupe, are high in water content. Eating a cucumber can quench your thirst. Taking that idea a few steps further, …
Cranberries Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Whether you’re a fan of cranberries in sauces, baked in breads or crammed in cookies you are in luck. Cranberry season is upon us! Mid to late October is harvest season for these delicious red …
Cauliflower Know Your Fruit and Veggies
This cole crop vegetable is part of the cabbage family along with broccoli and Brussels sprouts. These vegetables grow best in cool weather. You can grow a spring and fall crop. You can eat it …
Cantaloupe Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Cantaloupes are part of the Cucurbitaceae family which includes melons, squash, pumpkins, cucumbers and gourds. Another name for these fruits are “muskmelons”. These melons are high in Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Select melons that …
Carrots Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Carrots are one of the most versatile vegetables. These orange root beauties are packed with nutrition. A medium-size carrot has 25 calories, 6 grams of carbs, 2 grams of fiber and more than 200% of …
Broccoli Know Your Fruits and Veggies #GardenSense
Broccoli is one of those vegetables where people will choose sides. You either love broccoli or hate it. Ask any child which side they pick. You will most likely get a yes to it cooked …
Beets Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Beets are one of my favorite vegetables. I love them roasted. Slow oven roasting brings out the sweetness. Pair them with other root veggies like carrots, tubers like potatoes and bulbs like onions and garlic …
10 Avocado Recipes Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Avocados are in peak season from March through September. Use this fresh seasonal fruit with berries in a smoothie. It also makes a great dressing enhancer instead of mayo. Stack some slices between your buns …
Alfalfa Sprouts Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Alfalfa is a perennial legume that serves many purposes. It is a popular forage crop for cattle. Alfalfa is also left to dry and harvested as hay. This legume is also used as a cover …
Acai Berry Know Your Fruits and Veggies
Acai berry is often called a superman among antioxidants. The pulp of this reddish-purple berry has a power punch for its size. According to WebMD, some studies show acai pulp is richer in antioxidants than …