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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Cooking With Brussels Sprouts
Brussel sprouts are native to the Mediterranean region. In fact, they were first cultivated in the 13th century near Brussels, Belgium from which the little cabbages derived their name. They are a cruciferous vegetable the same as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, collard greens, cabbage and kohlrabi. Brussels are typically cooked by either boiling, steaming, stir frying, […]
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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower
This is a one skillet recipe. It contains deliciously yummy smoked bacon, parmesan cheese, broccoli and cauliflower. Hold on though, the smoked bacon with parmesan, including lemon juice, garlic and Italian herbs add great flavor that make this dish palatable to eat those cruciferous vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables are rich in nutrients, including carotenoids, like beta-carotene, […]
