Grocery Guides

Grocery Guides

What are shiitake mushrooms? Shiitake mushrooms are a type of edible mushrooms with a meaty flavor. Native to East Asia, the shiitake mushroom is also known by other names such as: Shiang-gu Huagu Forest mushroom Oak…

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What are shishito peppers? Shishito pepper is a mild and sweet chili pepper with a bright green color that turns red as the pepper matures. It's a popular summer appetizer or side dish, especially when…

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What are snap peas? Snap peas, also commonly referred to as sugar snap peas, are various legumes with an edible pod. Like snow peas and garden peas, snap peas are also climbing plants. Unlike the…

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What is sorrel? Sorrel is a leafy green from the same family of plants as rhubarb and buckwheat. It adds a lemony sourness to dishes and can be served both cooked or raw. Sorrel’s bright…

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What is spaghetti squash? Spaghetti squash is a winter vegetable and one of the most popular types of squash. It takes its name from the way thin strands of the flesh of the squash can…

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What is spinach? Spinach is a dark, leafy green referred to as a superfood. While most people know about spinach, most people are surprised to find out that spinach is related to beets and Swiss chard…

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What are squash blossoms? Squash blossoms are flowers that stem from summer and winter squash produce. These tasty and nutritious blossoms are often called zucchini flowers. Squash blossoms come in various shades of yellow and…

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What are Spanish onions? Spanish onions are a softball-sized onion variety that has yellow or white skin. The skin is fine-grained and has a mild and sweet flavor that can be worked into various cooked or…

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What are snow peas? Snow peas are a type of pea eaten in their pods. They're a bright, vibrant green firm and have a crispness and crunchiness to them when they're snapped. Each pod contains up…