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Squash and pumpkins are members of the Cucurbitaceae family. Other family members are melons and cucumbers. The USDA has two grades for hard or winter squashes: US #1 or US#2. Both are based mainly on external factors including blemishes, scarring, uniformity of size shape, and color for the variety… as well as some other internal factors……
Beautiful waxy, intensely colored red and white leaves have a bitter taste that lends itself well to salads. It is also sturdy enough to be grilled.
Butternut Squash are members of the Cucurbitaceae family, along with pumpkins. Other family members are melons and cucumbers. The USDA has two grades for hard or winter squashes: US #1 or US#2. Both are based mainly on external factors including blemishes, scarring, uniformity of size shape, and color for the variety… as well as some…
Usage: Baby spinach is great for use in salads as it has a sweeter taste. Phytochemical: Beta-carotene, Lutein and Zeaxanthin Color: Light – medium green Shape: Small, ovate to triangular. Skin Texture: Smooth; delicate. Taste: Succulent; sweeter taste than standard smooth leaf spinach probably owing to its reduced concentration of oxalic acid. Flesh Description: Tender,…
Health: Radish greens are high in vitamin C, which is a cancer-fighting antioxidant. Usage: Radishes are most often used in salads and vegetable trays. Taste: Radishes have a bold, spicy flavor. Scientific Name: Raphanus sativus. Receiving Information: Pithy or spongy texture: Indication of age. Always inspect radishes carefully upon arrival to ensure good quality product….
Usage: Good bakers, but are also good in other roles, making them basically all-purpose potatoes. These potatoes can be boiled, baked, fried or mashed. But they tend to fall apart if over-cooked. Taste: Rich, buttery flavor. Flesh Description: Rich, waxy golden, buttery flesh Shape: Slightly flat and oval in shape. Skin Texture: Thin skin. Outside…
Health: Potatoes are a good source of potassium Usage: Potatoes are most often eaten cooked. They are usually baked, fried, boiled or grilled. Taste: Potatoes have a neutral, starchy taste. Scientific Name: Solanum tuberosum Linnaeus. Receiving Information: Selection: Consumers should look for potatoes that are solid and heavy for their size. Potatoes with soft spots…
Usage: Good for eating fresh, freezing, canning. Taste: Nutty Storage Quality: Round seeds with long, straight pods Shape: Rumpled Outside Coloring: Silvery green Flesh Description: Tender, meaty The different varieties of beans contain different nutrients that promote health including fiber, folate and vitamin C that help to prevent cancer. Beans can be found to be…
Yellow squash are summer squash, which are are the young fruit of Cucurbita pepo and members of the Cucurbitaceae family. They are a variety of marrow squash. Cantaloupe and cucumber also share in that family tree and are Cucurbits. There are two “types” of squash: summer squash and winter squash. What is the difference? The short answer is,…
Zucchini squash are summer squash, which are are the young fruit of Cucurbita pepo and members of the Cucurbitaceae family. They are a variety of marrow squash that resembles a large cucumber. Cantaloupe and cucumber also share in that family tree and are Cucurbits. There are two “types” of squash: summer squash and winter squash. What is the…
The Braeburn apple was discovered in 1952 in New Zealand and named after Braeburn Orchards. It is seedling of “Lady Hamilton” with the other parentage unknown, but possibly “Granny Smith”. The Braeburn apple is described as aromatic and tart. Tart apples are better suited for baking rather than hand fruit as they hold up well…
The apple is a perennial of the Rosaceae family. The Cameo apple was discovered in 1987 in Washington, and is a possible a cross of the “Red Delicious” apple. The Cameo apple is described as sweet and mellow and hovers towards the medium range on the sweet vs. tart scale. They have a beautiful striped appearance,…
The Fuji apple is a hybrid developed in Japan in the late 1930s. It is a cross between the “Red Delicious” and “Ralls Genet” apples. The Fuji apple is described as spicy, sweet, and intense. It is a sweet apple and a little less acidic, a little less dense–which makes it a perfect choice for…
The Gala apple is a cross between a “Golden Delicious” and “Kidd’s Orange Red” and developed in New Zealand in the 1930s. Overtaking the Red Delicious in popularity, the Gala apple is now the most popular apple grown today, and is readily available in most markets year-round. The Gala apple is described as crisp and…
The Golden Delicious apple was discovered in the early 1900s as a change seedling in West Virginia. It is very popular and is readily available in most markets year-round. The Golden Delicious apple is sweet, juicy, and crisp. The general rule is: tart apples are great for baking, whereas sweeter apples make great hand fruit….
The Granny Smith is a chance seedling originating in Australia in 1868 and named after Maria Ann (Granny) Smith. The Granny Smith apple is tangy and tart. This is THE baking apple of choice as it has a deep dense texture that allows for longer cooking. It is a great choice for pies and cobblers…
Sweet, juicy. Apples make a good addition to the menu for both adults and children. Offer apple slices as an alternative to French fries on childrenÍs menu. Kids love them, and parents like the healthy option. Apples also have obvious uses in pie and baked goods, such as pastries and bread. Growing Regions: California, Idaho,…
Pleasant, mildly tangy. Apples make a good addition to the menu for both adults and children. Offer apple slices as an alternative to French fries on childrenÍs menu. Kids love them, and parents like the healthy option. Apples also have obvious uses in pie and baked goods, such as pastries and bread. Growing Regions: California,…
Juicy, tart. Apples make a good addition to the menu for both adults and children. Offer apple slices as an alternative to French fries on childrenÍs menu. Kids love them, and parents like the healthy option. Apples also have obvious uses in pie and baked goods, such as pastries and bread. Growing Regions: California, Idaho,…