Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 pound green beans or yellow wax beans 3–4 cloves garlic, minced One small onion, thinly sliced Three tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to …
Pink Lady Apple
Pink Lady apples are refined and sweet. Their skin ranges from pinky-yellow to red with a green blush. Under it all, creamy flesh, sweet and tart with a honey taste. They all have the poise of a lady. …
Ida Red Apple
Ida Red apples are the darlings of the apple world. The Ida comes from Idaho where they were conceived at the Idaho Agricultural Experimental Station. It's a cross between a Jonathan and a Wagener—and …
Empire Apple
New York is the Empire State and apples are the state fruit. These babies had Red Delicious and McIntosh apples for parents. …
Buckeye Gala Apple: Health Benefits and Selection Guide
Buckeye Gala apples, known for their vibrant red color and sweet taste, are an offshoot of the popular Gala apple variety. In this blog, we'll dive into their history, nutritional value, culinary …
Arkansas Black Apple
Arkansas Black apples are heirloom apples known for their exquisite flavor. They are thought to be a descendant of the Winesap apple. With striking ebony-red skin and dense ivory flesh, Arkansas …
September Wonder Fuji Apple
Bred by the famous Stark Brothers, The September Wonder also goes by Jubilee. September Fuji is an early Fuji—which is great for those who anxious for the Fuji season to begin. …
Fresh Fruit Storage and Ripening Tips
Here are some basic storage and ripening guidelines for fresh fruit. Most fruits are best kept in a cool, dry place, such as on a countertop away from sunlight and heat. Humidity can speed up the …
Not Your Momma’s Coleslaw
Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 small head green cabbage or other cabbage 4 large carrots, shredded 1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves ¾ cup mayonnaise, low-fat is …
Kohlrabi and Baby Broccoli with Lemon Sauce
Adapted from bbcgoodfood.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch baby broccoli (ends trimmed and discarded), cut into bite-sized pieces 1 kohlrabi bulb, stems removed, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced …
What’s the Difference Between a “Hybrid” Fruit and a “GMO?”
Q: What is a GMO? A: A GMO, or Genetically Modified Organism, has had its DNA altered via genetic engineering to make it more disease, pest, or chemical resistant, or to include desirable …
Easy Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
Adapted from southernfood.about.com INGREDIENTS Two portobello mushroom stems removed (gills optional, depending on preference) One tablespoon olive oil, butter, or a combo of both One …
Monster Cot
Monster Cot is a trademarked name for one of the earliest and largest and the reddest apricots in all the land. When the monsters hear that Monster Cots will be in their boxes they gnash their …
Grated Carrot, Apple, and Turnip Salad
Adapted from justvegetablerecipes.com INGREDIENTS ⅔ cup carrot, grated ⅔ cup apple, grated (peel is optional) ⅔ cup raw turnip, peeled and grated Several full lettuce …
Potato-Kohlrabi Pureé
Adapted from The New Basics Cookbook INGREDIENTS 1–2 cups potatoes of your choice, washed well and cut in 1-inch dice (peels optional) 1 cup kohlrabi bulb(s), trimmed and cut in 1-inch dice …
Complete Guide to Stone Fruit
Everything you always wanted to know about stone fruit (but were afraid to ask) Here's a primer on some of our favorite stone fruit, from peaches to nectarines to apricots, and plums, from peach-like …
Why do some citrus have seeds and some don’t?
We asked tangerine farmer Emily Thacher Ayala from Friends Ranch in Ojai, CA. She told us that seedlessness in citrus is a naturally occurring genetic mutation. In the last century, growers have …
Red Beaut Plum
Beauty, but friends call it "Beaut" for short, is an early smooth red plum with yellow flesh. Good plum to know on a first-name basis. …
Alexander Lucas Pear
The origin of the buttery Alexander Lucas pear and who Alexander was are uncertain, but it is a European variety. Known is that this lovely russeted pear was cultivated in cloistered monasteries, …
Potato-Carrot-Mushroom Stir-Fry
Adapted from epicurious.com This recipe for sautéed vegetables—including potatoes, mushrooms, and carrots—is simple and flavorful. It’s ideal as a hearty side dish for a weeknight dinner and pairs …
