Winter is the best time of year to eat rutabaga — but why, you might ask, would you want to? Startlingly large and sort of dumpy-looking, with a purple top and beige bottom, rutabagas may not look very alluring, but there’s a…
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The Humble Potato
Potatoes are a versatile root vegetable and a staple food in many households. They are relatively cheap, easy to grow and packed with a variety of nutrients. The potato is the world’s fourth-most important crop after rice, wheat and maize, and the…
Tomatoes – Fruit, Vegetable or Nutritional Powerhouse?
A tomato is a nutrient-dense superfood that offers benefit to a range of bodily systems. Its nutritional content supports healthful skin, weight loss, and heart health. Despite the popularity of tomatoes, it was only 200 years ago that they were…
Peter Piper’s Peppers
Peppers have a lot going for them. They’re low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. All varieties are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, folic acid, and fibre. Plus, the spicy ones liven up bland food, making it more satisfying. Peppers…
The Humble Onion
The humble onion is as indispensable to the culinary arts as butter or eggs—or for that matter, knives or plates. It’s the rare food that can be sweet, savory, pungent and aromatic all at the same time, but that’s what onions do. In…
Cash In On The Health Benefits of Corn
The arrival of corn on the cob in our grocery stores is really the unofficial start of summer. But there’s more to corn than just the version on the cob. The four main categories of corn are field, popcorn, sweet…
Asparagus Defined
The name for asparagus — a member of the lily family — comes from the Greek word meaning “shoot” or “sprout.” Now widely cultivated throughout the world, this regal vegetable is believed to have originated 2,000 years ago in the…
Carrots Are Good For More Than Your Eyes!
Carrots are root vegetables that were first grown in Afghanistan around 900 AD. Orange may be their best-known color, but they also come in other hues, including purple, yellow, red, and white. Early carrots were purple or yellow. Orange carrots…
You Should Bake Today
No yeast, no problem! Quick breads are so easy because they don’t require yeast, kneading, or extra time to rise. Instead of yeast, they use leaveners like baking powder of baking soda to create the bubbles in the batter that makes the…
So Many Reasons to Eat More Beets
Many people have strong feelings about beets (usually in the negative), but learning how to cook beets properly can change minds for good. If you don’t love beets, using one of these methods to prepare beets for roasting, steaming and…
What You Need to Know About Bison
Bison are one of over 100 species of hoofed mammals belonging to the Bovidae family, which also includes cattle. While often grouped with buffalo, their anatomical features slightly differ. Historically, bison has been the second most popular type of red meat, with…
The Impressive Health Benefits of Cabbage
Despite its impressive nutrient content, cabbage is often overlooked. While it may look a lot like lettuce, it actually belongs to the Brassica genus of vegetables, which includes broccoli, cauliflower and kale. There are over 400 different varieties of cabbage grown throughout…
Butternut Squash – The MVP of the Gourd World
Butternut squash might be fall’s most versatile and beloved vegetable. There are so many delicious ways to use this hard-shell squash, from soups and salads to lasagna and pizza. What to look for when buying butternut squash? Choose one that…
Canned Tomatoes – Your Pantry Hero
Whether whole, diced or crushed, CANNED TOMATOES make the many months when peak tomatoes aren’t in season a whole lot more tolerable. If you have a can or two of tomatoes in your pantry right now, here are some unique…
Soup As An Ingredient??
Flex your culinary muscle by taking soup out of the bowl and in to your other kitchen creations. Using soup as an ingredient in dishes can help reduce other ingredient costs and preparation time while adding extra flavor enhancements. When…
What’s For Dinner?
If you are the primary “chef” in your household, you’ve probably heard that question a million times! Each day, the daunting task of creating a budget friendly, nutritious meal can be overwhelming. It’s surprising what you can make with items…
What The Heck is a Chickpea?
Also known as garbanzo beans, chickpeas are a great source of fiber and protein. One cup (164 grams) of cooked chickpeas contains roughly (6): Calories: 269 Protein: 14.5 grams Fiber: 12.5 grams Folate (vitamin B9): 71% of the RDI Manganese: 84% of the RDI Copper: 29%…
What Should I Do With This Can of Black Beans?
Black beans are a great source of fiber, protein and folate. They are a staple food in Central and South America. One cup (172 grams) of cooked black beans contains roughly: Calories: 227 Protein: 15.2 grams Fiber: 15 grams Folate (vitamin B9): 64% of the…
