To tell if an avocado is ripe, cradle it in your palm and squeeze gently. A ripe avocado gives slightly but does not feel mushy or have soft dents. Color can help with Hass avocados, which often darken as they…
Winter fruits and vegetables in season include citrus like oranges and grapefruit, plus pomegranates, pears, kiwifruit and apples. Hearty vegetables such as kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, sweet potatoes, winter squash, beets and parsnips also shine. Buying produce in season often…
To wash fruits and vegetables safely, rinse them under cool running water and rub them with your hands. Scrub firm produce like melons and potatoes with a clean brush, then dry everything with a clean towel. Do not use soap,…
Frozen vegetables are often just as healthy as fresh ones. A 2017 study found no major vitamin differences in most comparisons. Frozen produce often beat fresh produce that sat in the fridge for five days. Both fresh and frozen count…
To store fruits and vegetables so they last, keep most vegetables and berries in the fridge. Leave bananas, tomatoes and whole melons on the counter. Store potatoes, onions and garlic in a cool, dark, ventilated spot. Keep fruits that release…