Category Archives: Vegetables
Fun Facts about Winter Vegetables
In the United States, fresh vegetables are available year round, thanks to Arizona sun, abundant crop water, and innovative growing methods. As a result, the idea of a ‘winter’ vegetable is obsolete. Still, some crops do produce better in … Continue reading
Let’s Celebrate Arizona Grown Leafy Greens
November is the month of gratitude and if there is one thing we have to be grateful for here in Arizona it is the abundance of locally grown leafy greens produced during the fall and winter months. While you might … Continue reading
30 Things to Do With Kale
If there is one thing that is “hot” in the world of leafy greens right now, it is kale. This dark leafy green vegetable has been rapidly increasing in popularity in the United States over the past two years and … Continue reading
50 Things to Do with Peas
Although most people consider the green pea to be a vegetable, it is actually a fruit. This is even stranger when you consider that it is a plant that prefers colder weather, which is unusual for fruit plants. The edible … Continue reading
50 Things to Do with Chili Peppers
Chili peppers are one of the signature tastes of the Southwest and no matter how hot you like them, these recipes offer new opportunities to feature this favorite Arizona flavor. Arizona Quiche Balsamic London Broil Cantaloupe Basil Salsa Screaming Hot … Continue reading