Tip #3,833 Spinach is a cool weather crop. Plant as soon as the soil can be worked. Produce more than one crop by trimming to one inch when harvesting. Home & Garden vegetables + garden + spring + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,838 After harvesting root vegetables such as potatoes and carrots, place them on the top rack of the dishwasher and run it on a light cycle without soap to clean. Home & Garden vegetables + garden + clever + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,141 Whether served as pleasantly chewy cubes or mashed with tomatoes, onions, and other spices as baba ghanouj, eggplant is a tasty meat alternative that’s rich in beneficial vitamins. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,142 Loaded with essential vitamins like A, K, and C, and vital antioxidants, kale is a versatile source of natural roughage that stands in for meat like a pro. It’s hardy enough to stand preparation by various means including stir-frying, baking, sautéing, and more. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,143 Also called “Jerusalem artichokes,” sunchokes bear no resemblance to standard artichokes. Sunchokes have a bright, fresh-tasting quality that makes them a welcome change from your usual meat course. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,144 Plantains are a simple way to replace meat without sacrificing a savory or savory-sweet presence on your plate. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,145 Rich in dietary fiber, iron, and protein, chickpeas make an able meat substitute. They come in handy for weight loss recipes by making the stomach feel full for longer due to their high fiber content (more fiber means the stomach takes longer to break it down). Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,146 Whether you pop them in your oven or roast them with a drizzle of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or even maple syrup, Brussels sprouts are a crunchy, flavor-packed alternative to meat. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,147 Portabella mushroom caps can be as large as a pork chop or cut of steak. Pair this with the rich, umami flavor of mushrooms in general, and the firm, fleshy texture of a properly cooked and seasoned portabella cap makes a more than passable stand-in for a meat course. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,148 Black beans have a smoky, meaty flavor quality that is versatile enough to pair with virtually any dish. They’re a low-calorie, low-sodium, high-fiber meat alternative that’s full of vital protein and nutrients like molybdenum, magnesium, manganese, and folate. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,149 Lentils can be used in place of meat to add texture to curries and stews, and taste great mashed into fritters. Rich in fiber and protein, they’re great for serving in place of meat and are available in a wide variety of types and colors. Read More Food & Drink vegetarian + vegetables + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,096 • 1 List Roast vegetables at a high oven temperature so they brown and do not turn mushy. Food & Drink cooking + flavors + vegetables + roast + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #7,273 To prevent nutrient loss when cooking vegetables, don't cut them beforehand. Steam or saute them lightly using as little water as possible. Serve with olive oil or another fat to increase absorption of fat-soluble nutrients. Food & Drink nutrients + cook + cooking + vegetables + nutrition + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,302 Store onions in the legs of nylons to prevent the peels from falling off and scattering. Food & Drink vegetables + food storage + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,344 Ask to buy damaged vegetables for reduced prices at a farmer's market or vegetable stand then use for soups, stews and sauces. Food & Drink shopping + vegetables + savings + deals + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,446 Make roasted vegetable pasta sauce by slicing some tomatoes, green and red peppers, onions and garlic, then coating with olive oil. Place on a pan and roast in a 275 degree oven for 1 to 2 hours. Puree, adding more olive oil if desired. Food & Drink pasta + vegetables + recipes + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,594 Make mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes to decrease your carb intake. Food & Drink meal preparation + vegetables + weight loss + nutrition + diet + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,138 Save garden space by using natural growing poles. When corn plants are about a foot tall, plant a bean seed by each stalk. The bean plant will climb the corn stalk, so no need for poles. Home & Garden vegetables + garden + eco-friendly + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,097 If you don't have time to make bacon, instead season green beans with some chicken bouillon. Food & Drink meal preparation + vegetables + spices + time-saver + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,214 If your child hates the taste of onion, substitute cabbage for a similar flavor and more fiber. Food & Drink vegetables + substitutes + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send