Vegetable of the Month
Cabbage is February’s Vegetable of the Month!
The Vegetable of the Month for February, 2012, is cabbage.
article posted on January 20, 2012
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Garden Greens!
When people typically think of garden greens many think one thing: iceberg lettuce. However garden greens, or potherbs, leaf vegetables and leafy greens as they are commonly called, are much more than iceberg lettuce! Garden greens are any leafy plants that can be eaten either cooked or raw. Examples include …
article posted on December 1, 2011
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Sweet Potatoes!
December has arrived, and with it a new vegetable to be celebrated this month: the sweet potato! The Sweet Potato is a delicious, sweet, starchy, orange vegetable. It is a tuber that grows underground. It is high in Vitamin A, and Vitamin C, fiber, and is an excellent source of …
article posted on December 1, 2011
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May 2011: Herbs!
This month’s vegetable of the month is herbs! Ever have a delicious rosemary chicken or smell a nose tingling minty toothpaste? Well, herbs are responsible for that! Herbs are plants that’s parts such as stems, seeds, and leaves have distinct flavors. Herbs are delicious AND can be used in …
article posted on June 1, 2011
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Broccoli Tomato Salad
This past Saturday, Chef Leslie Glynn and I gave out samples of a simple and delicious salad featuring April’s Vegetable of the Month, broccoli. You can visit Hannaford Supermarket’s website for this and other healthy recipes. For your convenience, I’ve copied the recipe below. Enjoy! Broccoli Tomato Salad (makes 1-2 …
article posted on April 18, 2011
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March 2011: Cabbage!
The vegetable of the month for March is cabbage! I know I was intimidated the first time I saw a cabbage at my local grocery store: this big green ball with leaves wrapped so closely together it seems far too difficult to peel them apart as you would with lettuce. …
article posted on March 28, 2011
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Vegetable of the Month Blog!
Welcome students and teachers, family and friends! This blog will keep you informed about Waltham’s Vegetable of the Month program. This innovative program was created thanks to a partnership between Hannaford grocery store, the Waltham public schools, and Healthy Waltham. Every month we feature a different vegetable in the Hannaford …
article posted on March 24, 2011
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March 2010: Legumes!
The vegetable of the month for March 2010 is: Legumes! Legumes are among the most versatile and nutritious foods available, and are often inexpensive as well. Typically good sources of protein as well as high in fiber and low in fat, legumes can be a healthy substitute for meat. Common …
article posted on March 10, 2010
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Cabbage Family
The vegetable of the month for February 2010 is: Cabbage Family vegetables! Cruciferous vegetables (members of the cabbage family) are one of the dominant food crops worldwide. They are high in vitamin C, soluble fiber, and contain nutrients with anti-cancer properties. Examples include Chinese cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, cauliflower, …
article posted on February 10, 2010
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December 2009: Corn!
The Vegetable of the Month for December 2009 is: Corn! Corn, also called “maize,” is one of the most popular cereals and a staple food of many peoples and cultures across the globe. Corn is a good source of folate and vitamin B1, as well as vitamin C and B6. …
article posted on December 17, 2009
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