How to Select & Store | The Produce Nerd
How to Select & Store | The Produce Nerd
Iceberg lettuce used to be the go-to for everything lettuce when I was younger, and now there are all kinds of new lettuce types available, but dare I say that I think iceberg lettuce is still my favorite! Knowing how to choose a good head of iceberg lettuce and learning how to store it properly […]| The Produce Nerd
Lemons are such a great fruit to have around and can be used for all sorts of things, from making lemonade, adding a slice to your water, using lemon zest to bake, and much more! Since lemons are non-climacteric, and do not continue ripening after harvest, it is important that you select a good lemon […]| The Produce Nerd
Leeks are a mysterious vegetable, but are enjoyed by most. So, let’s take a deep dive into leeks to simplify them and make them easy to use! This post is all about how to select and store leeks, in order to be able to enjoy them to their fullest. (This post is an excerpt from The […]| The Produce Nerd
Kiwifruit, also known as kiwis, might look a little different and have a little bit of a different texture than other fruit, but that doesn’t make them any less delicious or any less nutritious! Did you know that kiwis even have more vitamin C than oranges?! Kiwis are climacteric fruit, which allows them to be […]| The Produce Nerd
Grapes are such a delicious produce option that we are lucky enough to have available year-round, both grown in the United States and elsewhere. There a few main questions that come to mind when selecting fresh grapes from the store, such as should they be soft or hard, does the stem color matter, and how […]| The Produce Nerd
Learn how to select good cucumbers and how to store cucumbers to keep them fresh and free from pathogen growth, straight from two growers!| The Produce Nerd
Learn about the six main categories that agricultural water falls under, as well as the different irrigation methods that are used.| The Produce Nerd
Cilantro has many uses, from being an ingredient in salsa and guacamole, to being added as a garnish to meals. However, the most important part is picking a good bunch of cilantro at the store, and storing it properly so that it is green and in condition when using it! This post is all about […]| The Produce Nerd
Learn how to select and store celery, straight from a celery grower located in California's Salinas Valley!| The Produce Nerd
There’s a lot more to carrots than just the little baby or different-shaped ones you can buy at the store! Those are great options, but so are the whole carrots that you can buy and cut and cook to your preference. Whatever the case, eating more carrots is always a good idea! This post is […]| The Produce Nerd
Learn how to select and store broccoli, straight from a broccoli farmer, packer and processor!| The Produce Nerd
The Produce Nerd's Grocery Guide, with in-depth information on 55 crops by crop-specific companies and experts.| The Produce Nerd
Learn how to select, store and prepare artichokes, straight from one of the artichoke growers in California's Salinas Valley.| The Produce Nerd
Blueberries are such a great diet staple and should be enjoyed to their fullest! If you have ever wondered how to pick out the best blueberries, if they should have a white color on them, if they should be soft or hard, or if they should be stored on the counter or in the refrigerator, […]| The Produce Nerd
Blackberries are delicious, especially when we select a good container and eat them right away! I know it’s not always that simple with blackberries, so I have outlined what you need to look for, look out for, and how to maximize their shelf-life. This post is all about how to select, store and prepare blackberries […]| The Produce Nerd
Here's my honest Kitchenaid Bread Bowl review, after using it for two years, including sharing the easiest recipes and ways to use it.| The Produce Nerd
Honest review of the Vinci Hands Free Citrus Juicer, after using it to juice more than 80 oranges per month for a year!| The Produce Nerd