Produce Briefs...
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are members if the Brassica family and therefor kin to broccoli and cabbage. They do, indeed, resemble miniature cabbage. They are hardy and slow growing winter vegetable.
Green Swiss Chard
Swiss chard leaves grow on a pale whitish-green stalk. Shiny and dark green, the crinkly green leaves offer a taste that lies somewhere between asparagus and celery with possibly a hint of beet.
Grower
Seasons/Availability
Plums have a brief, yet productive season during the summer.
Description/Taste
Red plums have a sweet-tart flavor, dull or shiny red skin, and firm, yet juicy flesh. The flesh may be red or gold colored closer to the pit.
Nutritional Value
Plums provide contain vitamin C, riboflavin and other B vitamins, plus some potassium. One medium-sized fruit contains about 36 calories and is a source of pectin and cellulose, beneficial dietary fibers.
Applications
Plums may be eaten fresh, cooked into jams or compotes, baked, roasted, grilled or pureed. Serve in salads, or make into tarts, crumbles and pies.
Geography/History
Locally grown in Reedley, California plums, nectarines and peaches are allowed to ripen on the tree, unlike apriums and apricots which are harvested and packed a day or two after they fall from the tree.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Plums. One
is easiest, three is harder.
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Seasons/Availability
Plums have a brief, yet productive season during the summer.
Description/Taste
Red plums have a sweet-tart flavor, dull or shiny red skin, and firm, yet juicy flesh. The flesh may be red or gold colored closer to the pit.
Nutritional Value
Plums provide contain vitamin C, riboflavin and other B vitamins, plus some potassium. One medium-sized fruit contains about 36 calories and is a source of pectin and cellulose, beneficial dietary fibers.
Applications
Plums may be eaten fresh, cooked into jams or compotes, baked, roasted, grilled or pureed. Serve in salads, or make into tarts, crumbles and pies.
Geography/History
Locally grown in Reedley, California plums, nectarines and peaches are allowed to ripen on the tree, unlike apriums and apricots which are harvested and packed a day or two after they fall from the tree.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Plums. One
is easiest, three is harder.
