Kohlrabi is also known as German turnip or cabbage turnip and is a cousin of broccoli and cabbage. Despite its appearance, the kohlrabi is not a root crop. This unique vegetable is quite popular in European countries. You might not have heard about this vegetable. But it is widely enjoyed in culinary, raw as well as cooked. Even the green leaves of young kohlrabi are edible and can be eaten raw or cooked. It is […]
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Spices and natural seasoning often come from sources like plants and vegetables, wherein those who plant them harvest them and turn them into most of the dry spices that you can see in common households most days now. A common spice or garnish used in a lot of dishes is parsley. Parsley is a green, light, leafy spice that is used in dishes like pasta, pizza, and chicken. It belongs to the same family as
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If you are a big fan of Italian (and overall Mediterranean) food, chances are, you are probably eating oregano rather often. Part of the mint family – together with some staple culinary herbs, such as mint, sage, basil, rosemary, thyme, and lavender – oregano is enriching our meals for many years now. Originally used in Italy, US soldiers brought it back home with them, calling it “the pizza herb”: the rest is history. Oregano became
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Okra, also known as lady finger, is a popular part of Southern cuisine. Although it appears as a vegetable, it is in fact a fruit. With a mild, almost grassy flavor and a crunchy texture when cooked – it is a delight to eat. It is also packed with nutritional content. With a rich amount of magnesium, fiber, folate, antioxidants, as well as vitamin C, K1 and A; okra can add a lot of value to your
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A cousin of winter squash, pumpkin is one of the most interesting flavored fruits. Yes, pumpkin is actually a fruit although we often categorize it as a vegetable. With a mild sweetness and some bitterness, pumpkins are cooked and enjoyed at dinner feasts or as a side for many main dishes. They are also used in desserts like pumpkin pie with cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice complementing this orange fleshed ruit in other dishes. It is a staple part
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Who doesn’t love potatoes? This universally faved vegetable comes in an assortment of varieties and colors; each so delicious. In fact, they’re a must-have in the kitchen. Fortunately, growing these tasty tubers is actually easy. A full sun, loose well-drained soil with a temperature of at least 45 degrees Celsius, and 1-2 inches of water per week are your main requirements. Remember, the soil should be moist but not watery. It is also recommended to plant
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Did you know that the mint-flavored dishes and snack actually get their minty flavor from the mint plant? Mint is a plant that originally grew in the countries of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Mint has been a pretty pervasive plant and flavor since it is used in a lot of dishes and drinks, even cakes and candies. Mint has been used for a good number of years, and its popularity among the common masses has
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Lavenders with their soft purple flowers are one of the most beautiful plants you could add to your garden. However, there is more to this plant, with their luxurious, elegant appearance, and sweet-smelling scent, lavenders are often associated with having a soothing and therapeutic effect. For this reason, it is used as an essential oil for aromatherapy or as a mood-lifting fragrance. This pretty plant even has culinary uses and can be incorporated in foods
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In the past several months, people have started massively growing various cultures in their home yards and gardens. Leeks are no exception. Harvesting and storing leeks has become a commonly asked question among the new gardeners – or the older ones that want to expand the diversity of their garden. Often they’re also interested in how to preserve leeks. One of the main reasons why leeks have become popular, together with the onions, and the
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The satisfying crunch and fresh taste of biting into lettuce, especially when it’s placed in a delicious burger is an experience unlike any other. This plant is also commonly used in salads as well, and another interesting method of cooking this plant is you can actually grill it. Not only is this fresh green vegetable very tasty, but it is also extremely healthy. Enriched with calcium, potassium, vitamin C and folate, and high water content-
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