Every part of the Sweet Dumpling squash plant can be eaten, including the leaves and tender shoots, which are great additions to soups and stews. How to Select Sweet Dumpling Squash Choose squash with a smooth, dry, dull rind that’s free of cracks or soft spots. Choose squash that has a deep color and is […]

“Unsweetened chestnut puree is folded into a brandy-flavored custard and baked into an airy souffle for an elegant dessert. Top with unsweetened whipped cream.” ”Fluffy goodness! This easy recipe calls for chestnut puree which can be found in most specialty food stores.” — Stella {allrecipes} Read more about chestnuts :: in season. INGREDIENTS 4 egg yolks 1 cup chestnut […]

Not all scallops are alike.  The Nantucket Bay scallop is smaller and more tender than most other types of sea scallops, with a velvety texture.  They are usually more costly than sea scallops but the flavor is rich and you don’t need as large a portion to have a satisfying meal. Because their flavor is […]

Be choosy: Make sure your pumpkin is firm all the way around, says Gail Damerow, author of The Perfect Pumpkin. “If the bottom or stem end gives at all when pressed, it’s past prime,” she says. Look for one that’s small, about five to eight pounds. Smaller ones are tastier because they’re bred specifically for cooking. Canned […]

Check out our post on How to Buy, How to Use, and How to Store carrots. We stumbled upon this outrageous recipe and just had to share it with you. YUM, enjoy! Healthy Carrot Cake Shake with Raisin Walnut Crumble INGREDIENTS 1.5 cup almond milk 1-2 tsp guar gum, start with less and add as […]

Rhubarb is often dubbed the “pie plant,” and the stalks, soft and delectable when baked, do make a divine pie filling. But pie is by no means the only way to experience rhubarb. This tart vegetable is as delicious in a savory dish as it is in a sweet one. In Season: Rhubarb can be found […]

One of Our Most Delicious Signs of Spring Ramps are wild spring onions. With a small, white bulb and hairy root, they resemble scallions but have a forward, garlic-onion flavor. Their season is short — just a few weeks from late April to early June. Many restaurants command the limited supply which only puts more […]

Some say it’s the greatest fruit on the planet. It has soft, sweet, white flesh with several large black seeds and a tropical flavor that is described as a mixture of many fruits. Where to Buy Most US cherimoyas are grown in CA and are available from early January through April. However, since they’re sensitive […]

A specialty at Wagshal’s through the month of March, the arrival of shad roe is a sign that daffodils and longer days are on their way. Shad is an American saltwater fish, a type of herring that spawns in fresh water at the start of spring.  The American shad, a boney fish that is typically three to […]

How to choose: Choose cauliflower with compact, creamy white florets and bright green leaves. Old specimens will have a yellowish tinge and tiny black mold spots. How to store: Refrigerate cauliflower unwashed (moisture speeds decay) in a plastic bag in the vegetable compartment. Shelf life: 5 days. Any longer and its flavor and odor may become too strong. […]