June 12, 2020

Fruits

What is Quince? A quince is a tree-grown fruit from Turkey and southeast Asia.  Quinces are round, apple-shaped, or pear-shaped with ridges or bumps.  Before it has ripened, quince fruit is green and the fruit can be tough.  When ripe, quinces are bright yellow, considered heavy for the size of the fruit, and are firm

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June 12, 2020

Fruits, Seasonings and Flavorings

What Are Capers? Capers are small and round edible flower buds from a plant called a caper bush. The dark green buds are harvested, dried, pickled, and sold in jars in their brine, or liquid used for pickling. Capers are most commonly used in Mediterranean countries like Italy, Greece, Morocco, France, and Spain, but can

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June 12, 2020

Vegetables

What is Spaghetti Squash? Spaghetti squash is an oblong, fibrous squash that is about twelve inches long and six inches wide, and weighs about three pounds. It has an inedible, waxy, yellow skin, and the inside is also yellow. When cooked, the bulk of the spaghetti squash separates into long, thin fibers, similar to spaghetti

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June 12, 2020

Drinks

What is Kombucha? Kombucha is a chilled beverage that originates from China and is becoming increasingly popular around the world. Essentially, kombucha is a sweet tea fermented with active yeast and bacteria. It can come in a range of colors and flavors, and many people drink it for its probiotics and health benefits. What does

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June 12, 2020

Spices

What is Turmeric? Turmeric is a spice made of a root that grows in India and other parts of Asia. The root itself looks a lot like ginger root; tan, oblong, and with knots. The inside is a bright, yellow-orange color. The dried version is most popular; however, Indian, Thai, and other Asian cuisines use

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