How to select and store radicchio, an Italian chicory that's popular in salads and wraps.
How to Select & Store Figs and Fig Varieties
Fig Varieties There are several different varieties of figs. They range in colour from green or greenish-red when ripe, to the deep purple that most people are familiar with. The most commonly recognized varieties are: Black Mission figs, Brown Turkey figs, Adriatic ...
How To Select and Store Leeks
Begin by looking for slender, straight leeks that have nice bright leaves and a blemish-free bottom white portion. Take care to avoid ones that are withered or have yellow spots on the leaves. With respect to size, both the small and large leeks are delicious and the ...
How To Select and Store Pears
Pears are one of the few fruits that do not ripen on the tree. They are harvested when mature, but proceed to ripen after picking, from the inside out. Therefore, pears may be hard and unripe when you buy them, but will get softer and sweeter once they are stored at ...
How To Select and Store Cauliflower
How to Select and Store Cauliflower Choose firm, tightly-flowered and creamy white (or bright purplish green for purple varieties) heads with fresh looking green leaves. Evidence of a yellow tinge and/or spreading florets indicate over-maturity, and should be avoided. ...
How To Select and Store Onions
Onions have dry, papery skin and vary in size, shape and colour. They should feel firm, and be void of any sprouts forming at the top, powdery patches, or black spots on the skins. Another way to test the freshness of an onion is to sniff it: if it doesn’t carry that ...You May Also Like:
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