Name a Fruit or Veggie A to Z
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U- Upland Cress Greens
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U - Uche is a South Asian vegetable known as bitter gourd for its mouth-puckering bitter taste. The bitterness increases as the bitter gourd ages in the plants. When they’re young and green, they have fewer seeds and are beautifully incorporated into a fried recipe. And they taste best when they’re unripe and green. The ripe ones contain lots of seeds and have a puckering flavor. Those who know the arts of cooking can reduce the bitterness of uche vegetables. You can make broth of these uche vegetables, but it’s always better to fry these veggies.
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V - Vegetable stock powder.
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Linda both of us ended by posting at the same time, but it’s ok as we got to read about two kinds of veggies & fruits 😆
W- Wild Blueberries 🫐
I have wonderful memories of walking through my Grandmothers Blueberry 🫐 Patch filling up margarine containers full with fresh blueberries 🫐 My Grandparents owned a Cottage in Northern Ontario. Every summer I spent about a month of my summer holidays with them. We Fished, went Boating, had Picnics on neighbouring Lakes with sandy beaches, Went swimming in the Lake, picked Blueberries, baked pies tarts, bread and fruit and nut loaves, roasted Marshmallows on an open fire…We had great fun together! Summers at my Grandparents cottage was always a highlight for me!
After picking Blueberries we always went back to the Cottage and Spent the rest of the Morning baking Blueberry Tarts and Pies with my Grandma. Such Sweet Memories! ❤️
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X - Xoconostle cactus fruit grows at the end of nopales, or cactus paddles, sometimes in clusters of up to a dozen on one paddle. Xoconostle cactus fruit is pear-shaped, tapering to a point. The small fruit is 5 to 7 centimeters long and around 4 to 5 centimeters in diameter. It has a pale green skin with a muddled hue and will attain a pale pink blush once ripe. Xoconostle cactus fruit, like its prickly pear cousin, is covered in clusters of small spines that once removed, leave little circular scars. The flesh of this cactus fruit variety is bright green to a pale peach or pink and has a smooth, juicy texture. The seed cavity of the Xoconostle is centralized, whereas other prickly pear varieties have seeds embedded throughout the flesh. The bright red center of the Xoconostle cactus fruit has a few dozen, small edible seeds that have an appearance similar to the seeds of a passion fruit. The flavor is described as complex with a sour tang and an acidic finish.
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Y- Yellow Waxed Beans.
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Beautiful memories, Judith. I remember picking wild blueberries in northern Canada and making the yummiest blueberry loaf with them.
Z - Za'atar[a]
Za'tar is a versatile herb blend and family of wild herbs native to the Levant, central to Middle Eastern cuisine and culture. The term refers both to aromatic plants of the Origanum and Thymbra genera (including Origanum syriacum, known as Bible hyssop) and to the prepared spice mixture of dried herbs (traditionally Origanum syriacum), toasted sesame seeds, sumac, and salt. With roots stretching back to ancient Egypt and classical antiquity, za'atar has been used for millennia as a seasoning, folk remedy, and cultural symbol.
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A - Apricots
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B- Beets
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C - Carraway seeds
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D- Date Plum
A date plum, orDiospyros lotus, is a species of persimmon native to subtropical Southwest Asia and Southeast Europe, producing small, yellow, juicy fruits with a flavor reminiscent of both dates and plums. Thesenon-astringentberries, which are 1–2 cm in diameter, are eaten fresh, cooked, or dried, and their trees are dioecious, requiring both male and female plants for fruit production. The name "date plum" comes from the fruit's appearance and taste, which is sweet and pleasant when ripe, with a texture that softens from firm to jelly-like as it matures.0 -
E - Elephant garlic
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F - French Fries
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G- Grapefruit
I loved Grapefruit and ate it often. Then I was put on a medication which ended my Grapefruit days. 😞
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H - Hala fruit, also called pandanus or screw pine fruit, is a tropical fruit found in Pacific Islands. It has a unique appearance with its segmented, cylindrical shape and spiky exterior. The fruit is not typically consumed directly, but its fibrous pulp is used in various dishes and desserts. Hala fruit has a mild, sweet flavor.
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I- Iceberg Lettuce 🥬
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J- Jalapeño Peppers
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K - Kale
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L - Lingonberry -
Lingonberries are small, red berries. They are tart, slightly sweet, and rich in antioxidants that may prevent inflammation, promote heart health, and more. People use them to make jams and sauces.
Lingonberries are rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may benefit heart and gut health. Lingonberries are not common in people’s diets in the United States. In Scandinavia, people collect lingonberries from the wild and often make jams, chutneys, and sauces.
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M- Mulberries
Mulberries offer numerous health benefits, thanks to their rich content of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber. They may help lower cholesterol and blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and support heart and brain health. Mulberries are also a good source of iron and vitamin C, contributing to cell health, immune function, and energy.0 -
N - Nannyberry
One of the most underrated wild fruits. Nannyberries are a native fruit shrub of Eastern North America related to highbush cranberries. After processing they make a sort of thick paste that taste a bit like prune butter and is fantastic in baking, made into butter like apple butter, as well as plenty of other things.
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O- Osteen Mango
An Osteen mango is an elongated, smooth-skinned mango variety, typically featuring a yellow-to-green background with a significant reddish-purple blush, and is known for its sweet, rich, and fragrant flesh with low fiber content. Key CharacteristicsAppearance:Elongated, with a rounded base and apex, the skin is smooth and has a yellow or green background that develops a heavy red-purple blush when ripe.Flesh:The flesh is yellow and has a sweet, rich flavor.Texture:It has a firm but succulent and soft texture when ripe.Fiber:The pulp has low to moderate fiber content, making it suitable for spoon consumption.Origin:The Osteen mango originated in the southern United States and is now a prominent variety in Spain, which is the world leader in its production.Taste & Aroma:It is known for its intense and pleasant aroma and a sweet flavor with a hint of acidity.Ripening:Look for a pale yellow background color, with a bright, non-uniform red blush, as just red and green mangoes are likely underripe.
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P - Purple plums
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Q- Quinoa
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R - Ripe Bananas
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S - Soggy watermelon (yuck)
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oh my Linda, you are creative with your words, however tonight I am dealing with nausea and reading “Soggy” watermelon makes me want to throw up 🤢 yup green with nausea! Playing it safe with my next word!
T- Tomato
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Oh dear, Judith!
U - Umber figs
A wild Indian fig that can be cooked into a savory dish.
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Judith I am so sorry I made your stomach upset with my S***y Watermelon. (I will not say it in case it caused your distress again)
V - Violet (purple) cabbage
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Thank you Susan and Linda, no worries, I am feeling much better tonight!
W- White Asparagus
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