Although best known as a rich source of lycopene, tomatoes are low in calories, sugar, sodium, and fat and are an excellent source of many essential vitamins and minerals. http://www.suite101.com/content/health-benefits-of-tomatoes-a210300
Did you know the world’s largest zucchini on record was 69 1/2 inches long, and weighed 65 lbs? Or that zucchinis have more potassium than a banana? Or have you ever heard of the band, “The Zucchini Brothers”? Learn more about these and other fun zucchini...
Looking to make the most out of tomato season, or ways to enjoy tomatoes throughout the year? From sauce and jam to salads and soups, this resource will open you up to the endless possibilities of the roma tomato....
One of the most commonly used chile peppers in the United States, medium-to-hot jalapeños are available fresh and jarred. When dried and smoked, they are known as chipotles and are versatile and fun to cook with. This article will describe how to choose, store prepare...
Who knew that eggplants come is both male and female varieties? This article contains everything you ever wanted to know about eggplant – and then some. Including how to select, store and prepare eggplant to make the most of the fruit. Yep, it’s a fruit!...
Have you ever found yourself with way more squash than you know what to do with? Get creative with your abundant supply of squash. Make squash pickles, moisten meatloaf, or reinvent coleslaw with these tips. You will see squash in a whole new way!...
