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Italian Black Summer Truffles
Black summer truffles are more subtle than the winter variety. Shave truffle over cooked potatoes, toss with herbs and a shallot vinaigrette. Thinly shave truffle over scrambled eggs.
Iceberg Lettuce
It is the only lettuce type that does not occur in red form as well as green. Iceberg is the given name to dozens of cultivars of lettuce, all of which are adapted to specific planting regions and time periods.
Seasons/Availability
Radishes are generally available year round.
Current Facts
Radishes are cruciferous vegetables belonging to the Brassica family, which also includes broccoli, caulifower, kale, mustards, and wasabi. Glucosinolates are what gives them their peppery flavor.
Description/Taste
The round white Snowball radish is crisp and spicy. This variety maintains its crispness longer than some others.
Nutritional Value
Radishes contain Vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, folate, and potassium. They are often recommended as a digestive stimulant.
Applications
Spicy Snowball radishes can be tossed raw into salads, roasted, or pickled. They make a nice addition to stir fries in the last few minutes of cooking, and are also good for soups and stews. Try them in your juicer for a little kick to sweet juices like carrot.
Geography/History
Radish comes from the Greek word for "fast appearing". A radish seed can be sown and ready to eat in less than a month.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Snowball Radish. One
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