Cruciferous vegetables are among the vegetables botanically named, “Brassicaceae.” There are several species and cultivars farmed for food production which includes among others, Swiss chard, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, kale, watercress, Brussels sprouts, daikon and arugula. Flowering Arugula Their labeled name cruciferous (crucifer) comes from the Latin word for “cross-bearing,” as the vegetation have flowers with
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Why use broccoli for making a soup? It’s the ultimate comfort food. Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Soup is deliciously cheesy, amazingly rich and creamy. Read More Here About Cooking With Broccoli Homemade broccoli soup is so much better in flavor than a canned soup or a bowl offered at a local restaurant. Homemade uses real cheddar
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This Mac and Cheese recipe is made with deliciously yummy Italian cheese sauce. It was kicked up a notch by adding fresh broccoli florets and juicy cooked breaded chicken breast.

Broccoli is a wonderful vegetable to have on hand. It’s hearty and delicious, and an easy way to round out a lunch, brunch or dinner with something green. Broccoli is deliciously yummy steamed, roasted or grilled. You can even use it to make a simple crunchy salad or a deliciously bowl of soup. There’s lots
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A good cabbage salad or coleslaw is a must-have for any gathering or occasion. This recipe is a deliciously yummy coleslaw that is different from a traditional creamy slaw made with a mayonnaise dressing. Every bite is refreshingly crisp, and includes: • Red cabbage • Kale • Broccoli • Parsley • Sweet dried cranberries •
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Broccoli and pork fried rice is a quick and easy meal for lunch or dinner. This recipe is like classic take out style Chinese fried rice. Made with pork, sweet peppers, garlic, green onions and of course broccoli. Basmati brown rice has a very distinct smell that many be describe as being similar to popcorn
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Moroccan food and Moroccan inspired is known for its vibrant flavors and this Moroccan chicken is a perfect example. Moroccan cuisine is a mild version of Indian food. Both types of ethnic cuisines are known for aromatic plates. Both Moroccan and Indian dishes use a similar medley of spices including cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, and
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Gnocchi is an Italian pasta, with the most common being the classic potato gnocchi. The word gnocchi may be derived from the Italian word nocchio, meaning a knot in wood, or from nocca, meaning knuckle. They are made of cooked mashed potatoes, flour and eggs. Some gnocchi recipes add ricotta to the dough. Gnocchi are
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Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, capable of irradiating cells from your body that would otherwise become cancerous. It is a vegetable among others in its class that stimulates the lymphatic system to detox your body as well. As for garlic, it’s your digestive aid, antibacterial, and anti-inflammation friend. If you don’t like garlic, maybe you should
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Brussels sprouts look like mini-cabbages more than anything are packed with vitamins and minerals that support a healthy immune system. Their highly nutritious, and extremely versatile in preparation with a number of different recipes. With a variety of options for how to add them to your diet, you won’t ever get bored with these perfectly
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