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Improperly handled fruits and veggies can leave your family in a pickle. Learn how to pick, wash, store, and prep fresh produce that's fun, and flavorful without turning your family green!
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How to Freeze Parsley

How to Freeze Parsley

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Why freeze parsley when it’s so readily available?” Well, my friends, sometimes we end up with a bumper crop in our gardens or just [...]
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How Long Does Cabbage Last in the Fridge?

How Long Does Cabbage Last in the Fridge?

Today we’re diving into the world of cabbage – that versatile, crunchy, and oh-so-nutritious vegetable that graces our salads, stir-fries, and coleslaws. But as much as we love it, sometimes [...]
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How to Freeze Mushrooms

Mushrooms are a versatile and tasty addition to many dishes. But let’s be real, they don’t exactly have a long [...]

How to Freeze Ginger

This zesty, pungent root is a favorite in many cuisines around the globe, but sometimes, we find ourselves with more [...]

How To Freeze Brussel Sprouts

Freezing Brussels sprouts is a fantastic way to extend their shelf life while maintaining most of their nutritional value and [...]

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Can You Eat Kiwi Skin?

  Now, I know what some of you might be thinking: “Kiwi skin? But it’s so…fuzzy!” Well, I’m here to give you the inside scoop (or should I say the outside scoop?) on this oft-overlooked part of the kiwi. Let’s get the skin-ny on this delicious and nutritious topic! The [...]

Is It Safe To Eat Mango Skin?

Today, we’re slicing into a question that I’ve heard batted around the playground, the office, and even at the dinner table: Can you eat mango skin? Mangoes are like the superstars of the fruit world—packed with flavor, nutrients, and that vibrant color that seems to scream, “Summer is here!” But [...]

Can You Eat Pomegranate Seeds?

  Pomegranates are like nature’s little treasure chests, bursting with ruby-red jewels that are both delicious and nutritious. But when you crack one open and scoop out those glistening seeds (technically called arils), have you ever wondered if they’re just for show or if you can actually eat them? Well, [...]
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