TIP OF THE DAY: Heirloom Tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes get a lot of press in the summer. July and August are the peak months to pick these most flavorful tomatoes. Are they worth the extra cost? And what exactly are heirloom tomatoes?     WHAT ARE HEIRLOOMS TOMATOES Heirloom produce—fruits and vegetables—are old varieties, typically with superior flavor, that have been bypassed…
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TIP: Searching At The Farmers Market & The History Of Apples

When was the last time you ate something new? Most of us pursue a familiar grocery list, week in and week out. But a trip to the farmers’ market always yields new discoveries. It may be an apple; but it’s an apple you’ve never seen before, like the Pink Pearl apples in the photo. So…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Mexican Elote & Variations For A DIY Party Bar

[1] Classic elote: mayo, crumbled cheese, chile powder and lime (photo © Good Eggs). [2] As an alternative to ancho chile powder, Tajín (tah-HEEN) seasoning is a blend of chile powder, lime and salt. You can use it on anything, including buttered toast, fruit salad and ice pops (photo © Tajín). [3] Crumbled cotija cheese…
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RECIPE: Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) & Olives

Zucchini is at its lowest price of the year: time to get out your spiralizer and make zoodles (zucchini noodles, a.k.a. zucchini spaghetti). If you don’t have a spiralizer and don’t want to buy one, you can find ready-to-cook zoodles in most supermarkets. DeLallo created this zoodles recipe using their passata rustica tomato puree, briny…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Produce Selection Tips ~ How To Pick The Best Fruits & Vegetables

Nature gives us much fresh produce in the summer, but selecting perfectly ripe fruits and vegetables isn’t always second nature to us. There is no uniform rule for choosing the best. Some produce should be stored in the fridge, others not. Sometimes a bit of stem attached is a good sign, sometimes not. And so…
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