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❁ Look for bright-colored split peas, usually green or golden yellow.
❁ Dried split peas are inexpensive and store well.
❁ Split peas are available pre-packaged or in bulk bins
❁ Look for the whole grain stamp on packaged foods.
❁ Use cooked whole grains for salads, breakfast bowls, or a dinner side dish.
❁ Try whole grain pasta. It is firm and has a nutty taste.
❁ Look for stalks that are firm with tightly closed tips. Color can be bright green, creamy white or even purple.
❁ Stalks with the same thickness will cook in the same amount of time.
There are over 30 varieties of turnips which differ in size, color, flavor and usage.
Fuzzy kiwi - the most common type. They are about the size and shape of a large egg. The brown fuzzy skin is edible but most often removed. The flesh is usually bright green with tiny black seeds. Some varieties have golden flesh.
❁ Choose peaches that have an even, creamy gold to yellow color. Some varieties have a red blush but it may not always be a sign of ripeness.
