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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 Mushrooms

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 shelf life in the fridge. Freezing mushrooms is a great [...]
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Can You Eat Crab Apples?

Are Crab Apples Edible?

Have you ever spotted those tiny, bright fruits hanging from the crab apple trees and wondered, “Can we actually eat those?” Well, you’re not alone! Today, we’re diving into the [...]
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Can You Eat Beets Raw?

  Beets, or beetroot as some folks call them, are the rooty superstars of the vegetable world. Packed with nutrients, [...]

How to Freeze Cauliflower

Whether you’ve just returned from the farmer’s market with a bumper crop or you want to take advantage of a [...]

Can You Eat Crab Apples?

Crab apples, with their vibrant colors and tart flavor, are a delightful addition to the autumn landscape. These small fruits, [...]

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 [...]

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Can You Freeze Cabbage?

  Cabbage, that versatile veggie that stars in coleslaws, stews, and stir-fries, often comes in heads too large for a single meal. So, what happens when you’ve got an abundance of cabbage but not enough recipes on the menu this week? Let’s dive into the chilly world of freezing and [...]

Can You Eat a Cashew Fruit?

When we think of cashews, the image that pops into our head is usually the kidney-shaped nut that’s a staple in snack mixes and a protein-packed option for a quick energy boost. But there’s so much more to the cashew than meets the eye. In fact, that nut is just [...]

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 [...]

How to Freeze Squash

We’re talking squash – a versatile, nutritious, and utterly delicious veggie that many of us love to grow in our gardens or pick up at the local farmer’s market. But let’s face it, when squash season hits, it hits hard. One day you’re looking at a couple of zucchinis, and [...]
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