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Go deeper with these carefully curated collections of fruit and veggie stories.

Memorial Day Gatherings

Memorial Day is a time of reflection when American towns honor with tradition brave men and women who serve our country. Communities hold gatherings at local p…
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Very Veggie Fettuccine

Preparation Time: 25 minutes 1 9-oz. package refrigerated spinach fettuccini 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium carrots, chopped to small dice 2 tablespoo…
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Savory Green Pea Party Spread

Preparation Time: 20 minutes plus refrigeration time 2 tablespoon canola oil 1 large Spanish onion, diced 1 can (15 oz.) peas labeled “small early…
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Island Shake

Preparation Time: 15 minutes 1 medium banana 1 mango, peeled and cubed 8 oz. pineapple juice 4 oz. low-fat peach yogurt ½ teaspoon lemon zest, f…
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Bok Choy Stir Fry

Preparation Time: 20 minutes 1 ½ pounds bok choy 4 teaspoons canola oil 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 3 tablespo…
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Asparagus Sauté

Preparation Time: 30 minutes or less 2 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 ½ inch pieces 8 oz. sugar snap peas, strings removed 2 teaspoons ol…
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Georgia Sweets In Season

Now’s the time to scoop up juicy and sweet Vidalia onions, the pride of Georgia prized around the world for their mild flavor without the pungency or bit…
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Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Papaya

A Tangy Appetizer. Serve papaya strips with thin slices of prosciutto as an appetizer. Drizzle lightly with lime juice. Picnic with Papaya! Add papaya to your…
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Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Jicama

Jicama Combo! Combine cubed jicama, a sliced cucumber, and orange sections. Sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Drizzle with juice of ½ lemon and mix well.…
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Avocados: Beyond Guacamole

April begins the season for Hass Avocados, when they are at their peak of flavor and lowest price. Avocados contain healthy monounsaturated fats, plant sterols…
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