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Peaches

by Produce Made Simple | Aug 3, 2021 | How To Videos, Produce 101

Everything You Need to Know About Peaches Peaches are reminiscent of summer no matter what time of the year you enjoy them. Their unique, fuzzy skin and soft, sweet flesh distinguishes them from their cousin, the nectarine. Peaches are often seen in crisps, cobblers...

Rutabaga

by Produce Made Simple | Jan 17, 2021 | Produce 101, Special Features, What's New

Everything You Need to Know About Rutabaga Rutabagas (sometimes called Swedes) are commonly confused with turnips. But rutabagas are typically larger in size and boast a warm yellow flesh. They are often coated in a food-grade wax that extends their shelf-life....

What’s In Season Right Now? Fall Harvest Edition!

by Produce Made Simple | Oct 5, 2020 | Produce 101

There are so many wonderful things about this time of year: changing of the leaves, sweater weather, and holiday season is fast approaching—but our favourite part of this time of year is the harvest! Farmers all across Ontario have been working hard all year and...

Rhubarb

by Produce Made Simple | May 7, 2020 | Produce 101, What's New

Rhubarb is a perennial plant that looks like pink celery. Although it is usually eaten as a fruit, it is botanically considered to be a vegetable. The thick stalks, which can grow up to 3 feet in height, are the only edible part of the plant. They have an extremely...

Asparagus

by Produce Made Simple | May 7, 2020 | How To Prepare, How To Select & Store, How To Videos, Nutrition, Produce 101, Tips, Varieties, What's New

Everything You Need To Know About Asparagus Asparagus has a distinct flavour, and has been popular for thousands of years. In Ontario, locally grown asparagus is typically available from May to June, so keep an eye out during these months! This long, slender...

Tomatoes

by Produce Made Simple | Apr 20, 2020 | How To Prepare, How To Select & Store, How To Videos, Nutrition, Produce 101, Tips, Varieties, What's New

Everything You Need to Know About Tomatoes Tomatoes are such a staple in Canadian cuisine: tomato sauce on pasta or pizza, as a base for fresh salsa, or in a spicy, fragrant curry. There’s also nothing better than dunking a grilled cheese sandwich into a bowl of...