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Fresh Vegetables Knowledge Base

How do I keep my vegetables fresh in my fridge? Hey, so I buy like bagged and fresh vegetables to eat and make in my recipies, how do I have them stay fresh without them turing brown or like rotting? My fruit has no problem, what are someways I can keep them still fresh ands uch?

What to eat if you are allergic to fresh vegetables and fruits? I am allergic to fresh vegetables and fruits. And I just read from yahoo that those who eat fresh stuff are healthier. I can eat them a little like if there is a little bit between a hamburger. Does anyone know if the vegetables and fruits have the same health effect if you eat them boiled or cooked?

How much cheaper is it to buy fresh vegetables than to buy frozen vegetables? Am I losing a lot of money by buying my vegetables frozen? And, if so, how much? I mean... lets say I bought $15 of fresh vegetables, how much would those vegetables cost if I instead bought them frozen in bags?

Can anyone recommend a good cookbook for garden fresh vegetables? I am looking for a cookbook for vegetables fresh from the garden. I would like it to contain mostly recipes and storage tips. I don't need it to have information on growing the vegetables, my father has that part covered! Thanks

Can I feed my rabbit and guinea pig fresh vegetables every day? Can I feed my rabbit and guinea pig fresh vegetables (carrot, cabbage, broccoli ect) every day or should I just give it them for a treat like once or twice a week?

Is V8 juice as good as fresh vegetables? I really don't eat enough fresh vegetables, because I don't like them. I love V8 juice though. How does it really compare to fresh vegetables?

agriculture: How come we have fresh vegetables all year round? location: western europe. Are we really having fresh vegetables (freshly harvested) vegetables all year round? Do they come from greenhouses or are they imported from countries with a milder climate? Or are they actually not fresh and do they come from freezers? Is there any vegetable that is harvested in the winter? Please be as specifik as possible. Thanks. ps. yahoo-answers people, under what category would i put an agricultural question?

Is it a good idea to bring fresh vegetables to a camp trip? I will be going on a 1 week camp in a few days. My partner and I want to bring fresh vegetables to cook (broccoli, potatoes, onions, garlic, and carrots). we wont be eating it all in one day, but want to spread it out in the course of a week. would it be safe to do so? the only fear i have is attracting bears/raccoons/animals. thanks so much!

why my refrigerator is not cold enough to freeze meats and not cold enough for fresh vegetables? my side by side refrigerator is not cold enough to freeze. the other side is not cold enough to keep the milk and vegetables fresh? i can hear the engine going..what's wrong. could it be the compressor?

Are fresh vegetables or frozen vegetables better for a diet? I am starting a diet soon and I love the pakaged frozen vegetables I was just wondering if there was a difference between fresh and frozen.

When prepaing fresh vegetables what would be helpful? to you when choosing something new? If you were at a fresh market and wanted to try something new, would you try a product that would had all the seasonings and told you what vegetables or fruits that you could use with it and how to use it? I guess I was not clear. The something extra would be all natural and would be something like seasoning or a topping to make the vegetable easy to prepare, different and healthy. Would you try it?

What is the best way to freeze, thaw and serve fresh vegetables for my baby? ? My son is 10 months old, and I want to give him as much fresh food as possible. As expensive as vegetables are, and the fact that my husband and I don't eat together too often (which means a lot of waste, and the need for quick prep), I want to know how to get little meals ready for my son, and have them easily accessible when there's not much time.

Are frozen vegetables just as nutritious as fresh? I know fresh would be best, but I do not have the time or the patience to chop up fresh vegetables, and then steam them. I prefer to cook with frozen. Are frozen just as nutritious, and maintain the same vitamin content as fresh?

How do I cook fresh vegetables? I need to know how to properly cook fresh vegetables without losing the nutritional value.

How Old Should A House Rabbit Be Before Feeding Fresh Vegetables? I just for a house rabbit 2 days ago... she's 7 weeks old... can I feed her fresh vegetables? Or should I wait until she's a certain age? Thanks!

If you want to give your Otocinclus catfish fresh vegetables? What''s the best fresh vegetable to give them and is it safe for your tank. And should you cook it first or give it to them raw. I know they eat algae. and algae waffers or sinking wafers was just wonding about fresh veg. I also have African dwarf frogs, corydors, tetra and platies in my tank.

How do i keep vegetables fresh until about midday? I am going to be taking houmous and "dipping vegetables" for lunch at school, so was wondering how can i keep the vegetables fresh? Also, i am thinking of bringing fruit salad too, so how can i keep those fresh til about lunch time (12.30). My "dipping vegetables" will be celery, carrot, bell peppers, any more recommendations are welcome. Many thanks,

Is there any smart way to keep vegetables fresh inside the fridge? Is there any smart way to keep vegetables fresh inside the fridge? Do you any appliance or trick pleas? thanks in advance :-) @crazy horse : thank you, good trick ! why do you add paper ???

Are there someone interested to buy fresh cut vegetables from me? I am planning to start a small scale industry, of Fresh Cut Vegetables, just wanted to know the responses from you all

Does freezing fresh vegetables help with storing them for longer? If so, should I cut the vegetables first? And what should I put them in? Since I don't have one of those silly, way too expensive, never gonna buy it, vacuum bag storing things.

Is Frozen vegetable is good for making my babies food?Or fresh vegetables are best?I nd to cook for my 6 mth? I am thinking to cook food for my babies with vegetables.but i am thinking which one should i use?bcz in this busy life,buy fresh vegetables,cut them,wash them....these r time consuming.If i use the frozen vegetables,which r sold in most of the shops, will they be nutrious for my baby?my baby is 6 months old

How to preserve fresh vegetables in fridge? I am always having probs with too many fresh veggies in fridge..i.e. carrots, celery, lettuce. Can anyone give me hints on how to keep them fresh longer?

How can I grow delicious fresh vegetables when theres every chance of them being eaten by possums,rabbits,wall? I may be in a position to live somewhere,where i am at last able to grow my own vegetables.Only thing is,I'm told there will be rabbits,possums,wallabies and usual pests.To erect a green house cover would be expensive and unsuitable,what else can i do to make sure I'm the one who eats what i grow and not the hungry wild-life?

What types of fresh vegetables can you feed to freshwater fish? I'm trying to mix up the fishes food and i heard it was okay to feed them vegetables but i'm not sure as to what kinds you are allowed to feed them..

What's the best way to prevent meat and fresh vegetables from gettin freezer burned? Even though I use the Glad Press n Seal (to separate meat portions and vegetables), and put them in Freezer bags, they still get freezer burned within a week or two. What am I doing wrong? Yes, when I say freezer burned, I do mean discolored and texture loss! The meat tastes & looks different.

Can you store fresh vegetables over winter and keep them fresh? I have a garden and I always have way more vegetables than we will ever use. I was wondering if there is a way I can store them without doing any canning. I want to be able to use them through out the winter.

How often should I feed my Guinea Pig fresh vegetables? I know I should feed her fresh fruits around 2 or 3 times a week, but right now I only have kale and broccoli, so how often should I feed her that weekly? Im not sure, some people say everyday and some say 2 or 3 times a week.

How often should my rabbit be fed fresh vegetables? I usually just give him pellets and the occasional vegetable. How often should I feed him vegetables, though? (He is a dwarf rabbit, if that matters any.) thanks

Can you freeze fresh vegetables in their original state? I have been on a healthy eating kick hoping to make it a lifestyle and in so doing have purchased a great many fresh veggies that I am afraid will go bad before I eat them. Can I slice and freeze the? Carrots, celery, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, broccoli? Thanks.

is it okay for cats to eat fresh vegetables? I have a cat that loves fresh, raw avacado and sugar snap peas. Is it okay for her to eat small amounts occasionally? I have two cats and they both eat regular cat food every day. Only one of them likes veggies and she only gets them a couple times a year if that. When I do give her veggies, it is usually because it is something I am eating and she won't leave me alone until I give her a bite or two. I don't give her more that a few cat-sized bites.

Is there any nutritional difference between frozen and fresh vegetables? I'm always having to throw away vegetables, so I'm wondering if I stick with frozen ones do I lose any nutritional value.

I need a good, fast pasta recipie using fresh vegetables? Do you have a good hot pasta recipie using tomatoes, bell peppers, fresh seasonal veggies...want something light and easy, but NOT a cold pasta salad.

Do the vitamins in vegetables expire if I prepare a fresh vegetable salad ? If I chop the vegetables for a salad and then keep the prepared salad in a Fridge, will the vitamins have expired if kept it thus for a few days?

In a health point of view what is the difference between eating frozen and fresh vegetables? are frozen vegetables bad for you?

How to store fresh vegetables? We get a weekly produce box delivered to our home. It all comes in one big bag in the box. What is the best way to store the produce? Some of it is too big to fit in ziploc bags. If I leave it in the big bag and put it in the fridge, the inside gets condensation, which I'm assuming is not helping to keep the vegetables fresh. Would it be better to just make sure my produce drawer in the fridge is really clean, and just put it all in there as is?

Where can a tourist purchase fresh vegetables for dinner? I was taking to a few tourists last week back in Nenagh and they informed me that they were looking for some fresh Tipp veg. Where can the tourists purchase such veg. Cheers for answers.

how do you buy fresh vegetables and fruits ? Can we get it home delivered ? what is the best way to buy fresh fruits and vegetables...?

Which grocers carry fresh, unbagged vegetables? I like to buy kale and spinach, but most places I go to (Publix and Winn Dixie) sell these vegetables already cut, washed, and bagged. The leaves are usually wilting and browning a bit. I would prefer to buy them fresh. Where do you shop in Pinellas/ Hillsborough County, FL?

Taking fresh vegetables on a flight to England? Hi, I am currently on holiday on the continent and was wondering if I am allowed to take fresh white asparagus back with me to the UK? I know that I am not allowed to import fresh meat, dairy products and eggs but I am not sure about fresh veggies. Has anyone ever done this and had problems? Thanks.

How much fresh vegetables should a guinea pig have each day? What kind of vegetables do you recommend? Also, can they have fruits...if so, what kind and how much?

can you still eat fresh vegetables that have gotten frozen? some baby carrots, celery, and cucumbers have gotten frozen in our fridge because the setting was too cold. can we still eat these vegetables even though they were bought fresh?

Are frozen vegetables (specificlaly birdseye steamfresh vegetables) as nutritious as fresh vegetables? I take my fitness health and diet very seriously, I try to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables every day and I buy fresh wherever possible but sometimes frozen vegetables are more convenient because they have a longer shelf life and I can buy them in bulk and not have to go shopping every 2-3 days. My 2 weightlifting buddies who are also very diet concious disagree on which one is the most nutitios in terms of vitamins and fibre and other good things. One of them insists that frozen is better because the vitamins etc are "locked in" by the freezing process...effectively keeping the food fresher than something that hasnt been frozen....my other friend insists that the oposite is true. Any thoughts on this?

How can I test fresh vegetables and fruit for vitamin content? Is there any products i can make/buy that are used for testing? Are they accurate?

How do you make fresh vegetables and fruit last (not spoil) all week? It seems like my veggies in the fridge start getting old 3-4 days later. Any tips on making them last longer? Also, is it better to cut them up ahead of time and store in a ziploc, or leave whole until ready to use?

how long can you keep cooked fresh vegetables in the fridge? after cooking vegetables, I store excess in fridge. how long is it safe to keep them before they are unedible? I assume soft green veg will be shorter lifespan than say carrots and other roots etc?

Has your supermarket ever run out of fresh vegetables? I was wondering, in the USA, is there any supermarket in any city which runs out (I mean, completely) of vegetables or fruits during the winter? So that you have to resort to canned stuff?

The proper way to wash NON-organic fresh vegetables from the grocery store? I've been cooking for years, so I feel silly asking this question. I guess what I want to know is, is rinsing broccoli, celery, bell peppers, etc under warm tap water before storing them in zip lock bags in the crisper sufficient? Or do I need to go all out and get the special vegetable wash and a scrubbing tool?

Are fresh vegetables better for you than cooked? In other words, should I be eating fress carrots or green beans for dinner instead of cooked? What about canned veggies? Are they as good as fresh?

Can we take packaged fresh vegetables and fruits into Canada? We are going to British Columbia later this week and will be staying in a Condo. We would like to take our own food and some alchohol. What is allowed?

How do you make salsa without using any fresh vegetables? Can you just use tomato sauce and dried spices to make salsa? I am curious because I do not have any tomatoes, onions, peppers, etc. on hand but I do have spices and tomato sauce. Does anyone know of any good recipes for this or experience doing this?

How can seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables be sold at all times of the year? As recently as 20 years ago, New Englanders were able to enjoy seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables only in the spring and summer. Presently, New Englanders can purchase seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables at any time during the year. Identify three technological advances that have made it possible for food retailers to offer consumers seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the year. Explain how each has made it possible.

if you freeze fresh vegetables,do they lose their nutritional value? I am trying to eat better, When I buy vegetables, I can't use them all. I want to freeze them, but I don't know if they will lose the vitamins. I know if you buy them frozen they don't have many vitamins.

What kind of fresh vegetables, if any, can I feed my fish? I have a community tank with swordtails, mollies, platys, danios, corys, a pleco, and some tetras Can they eat any dried vegetables? Can I feed them raw vegetables, or do they need to be prepared in anyway?

How Do You Can Fresh Vegetables? Do you absolutely HAVE to use a pressure cooker canner to can vegetables? I used to do canning in a big pot on top of the stove, but haven't done any canning in years. Pressure cooker canners are expensive. Can't I just can veggies the old fashioned way on top of the stove? Any advice is appreciated.

How much fresh vegetable juice is a full serving of vegetables? also-can you safe the pulp and do anything with it? Put (some of it) it in a smoother perhaps??

Difference between frozen and fresh vegetables, nutritionally? Are there any nutritional differences between the two? I prefer to buy frozen because they last longer.

Are you exasperated with the amount of so called fresh vegetables? you have to throw away. Despite buying all my veg and salads loose instead of prepacked it does not last any longer than three days. I'm can't wait to get my veg garden up and running again this year. I have just finished off the last of the leeks out of th e garden so much tastier than shop bought. How about you..do you have vegetable garden?

Can I plant seeds from fresh vegetables and fruits? If so, what is the best method for my area: southeast?

how do i cook fresh vegetables in a halogen oven? how do i cook fresh vegetables in a halogen oven i have tried it before but it went wrong

What are the fresh vegetables served on the side with Pho, Vietnamese soup? Bean Sprouts are one of these veggies, and the other two are green or purple-leaved and smell/taste like cilantro.

Can you freeze fresh vegetables? We have a small garden in our backyard this year.

Why and how to blanch fresh vegetables for freezing? Will Purple Hull Peas, Okra, Squash be okay without blanching before feezing for a short stoage?

How do i get my parakeets to eat fresh fruit and vegetables? I want my parakeets to be healthy and happy to eat fruits and vegetables. What should i give them? What do you give your bird? Dried or fresh.

Nutrionist: Do frozen vegetables contain all the nutrition that fresh vegetable contain? My College nutrition professor said yes, if you say no can you back that up with scientific (or other) articles?

how to tell if vegetables a fresh? How can i tell if vegetables a fresh for eg. cabbages, choy sum, buk choy etc. Whenever i go to supermarkets i can't tell whether they are fresh or not. Besides from when the workers a putting them on the shelf.

Is it healthier to eat whole fresh fruits and vegetables? I read online where they said it is healthier to eat whole fresh fruits and vegetables. It said not to eat cooked food or processed food because it is not natural. It said cooked food is not pure.

I am a primary school teacher -- How can I demonstrate the value of eating fresh foods and vegetables to kids? I want to show them the value of eating fresh fruits and vegetables and quality meats over stuff that is preserved and packaged. They are 3rd grade students. Can you help me think of a hands on example to show the students?

Why are fresh fruits and vegetables sprinkled with water at the supermarket? Why are fresh fruits and vegetables sprinkled with water at the supermarket?

Why are fresh vegetables sprinkled with water at markets? Currently learning about hypertonic, hypotonic, osmosis, diffusion, etc. and this question came up. Thanks.

Are there any lists out there that tell which fresh vegetables and fruit can be easily frozen ?

As a substitute what is better for fresh vegetables? Canned or frozen? I love fresh....Just would like to compare. Thank you.

Are frozen vegetables just as nutricious as fresh vegetables? If not, please explain why. And what about frozen berries?

Do you think it would be ok to cut up a mixture of fresh vegetables and freeze them for my rabbit? Or would they not stay good?

Why do all the grocery stores use WATER to spray all over the fresh vegetables when it spreads germs? I heard if food sits in water, just like it does at the stores, it causes bacteria...why dont they stop doing this?? it was on the news and showed how it causes bacteria growth!!

whats the best way to keep fruits and vegetables fresh longer? I have a problem where fruit and vegetables only last about 3 days in our house before going bad. Is this normal? It seems like a short amount of time. Is there a way to make it last longer? Am I storing it incorrectly? I don't put it in the fridge. Bannanas I leave on the counter Plums I leave in the plastic bag on the counter

Is it true that frozen vegetables are healthier than fresh vegetables. Does freezing destroy the cell tissue?

Where do I find regulations governing importation of fresh vegetables from Bulgaria into UK suppliers? I have access to large supplies of fresh vegetable produce in Bulgaria and require information regarding the legal requirements for importing into UK

Which are the fresh vegetables grown in Spain? Which time of year are the vegetables grown?

How do you store fresh vegetables, other than potatoes for more than 3 or 4 days? And does freezing, really destroy important vitamins, nutrients and enzymes that the body needs after thawing for use? I need more fresh vegetable in my diet and I cannot seem to keep them more than a few days before they go bad.

How to minimize damage to fresh fuits and vegetables,while shipping and transport? I wanted to know if there's a way by which fresh foods and vegetables can be shipped safely from one place to another without having to incur losses in form of damage to the stuff i.e. physical damage and contamination

i have lots of fresh vegetables i would like to freeze cuz they wont last (beets, mushrooms, yellow squash)? i have lots of fresh vegetables i would like to freeze cuz they wont last (beets, mushrooms, yellow squash) can anyone let me know secrets to best technique to preserve my vegetables!!! :} thnx

How much fresh vegetables do you feed a dwarf rabbit? Adult dwarf rabbit

Why do the prices of fresh vegetables fall when they are in season?

Frozen vs Fresh vegetables......? Common sense would dictate that fresh vegetables would be more nutritious than frozen ones. However, after fresh vegs are picked, boxed, shipped and sit in the supermarket for several days, are they more nutritious than the vegs that are sent directly to the freezing plant and frozen quickly? I tend to think that the fresh are better, but some friends of mind say that there is little difference considering the price: fresh vegs are much more expensive than frozen ones. tks

Fresh vegetables in Boston? Does anyone know of a co-op or farm share program in the Boston and/or Quincy, MA area? Someone I used to know had a box of fresh vegetables delivered to her every week or so and the proceeds went to some organization or local farm. The details and name has escaped me but I would like to look into this for the spring/summer... Thank you!

What is better for you, fresh vegetables or frozen vegetables ? I usually buy fresh vegetables , but lately the quality is absolutely disgusting and not worth buying, and it's been this way for at least 4 months. So I'm going to start buying frozen vegetables from now on , it seems so much easier. I guess it's better to have frozen veg than none at all lol . I've always thought that fresh veggies are better for you than frozen veg , but last week i heard something on the news about how frozen veg is just as good, exactly the same nutrients and all that . But i also know most of the stories on tv like that are usually false. Does anyone know this for sure ?

What are some tasty ways to eat fresh vegetables? I've been trying to incorporate more fresh vegetables into my diet, such as broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, and green leafy salad mixes...however, it's really kinda plain eating them straight up, I was wondering if you could share with me any ways to make them tastier? I make my own italian dressing for the salad, but as far as eating the other veggies, what can I do to them or eat them with? I used to dip them in a ranch dip, but that's not too healthy. Also, any other simple ideas of preparing vegetables would be great too, so I can have them as sides for dinner. I like cooking vegetables but doesn't that get rid of a lot of the nutrients in them? Just give me your favorite ways to eat/prepare vegetables, thanks. What's an easy way to steam vegetables without a specific vegetable steamer?

exporters of green & fresh vegetables from india to gulf countries,agents,direct exporters,forgiving services? i wish to export fresh vegetables from india to gulf countries for which i need help of agents from india to complete export legal formalities & packging,sending by air/ship,doing its shipment,loading in air cargo agents,informing the requirements of foreign importers,their agents,their demands,required quality & quantity.Way of receiving orders,insurance agents,giving foreign export credit,importers financial terms & conditions,if any advance of payment at the time of placement of orders.Any laboratory certificates required for gulf countries,sri lanka,singapore, malayesia, myanmar,maldives islands, SAARC countries, eastern europe,south american & african countries, USA,UK,Russia & Australia.

can i feed my dog fresh vegetables? can i feed my dog fresh vegetables because she likes them but i dont know if thats harmful for her or not

Storing Fresh Vegetables? I get so frusterated with storing my fresh vegi's they go bad so fast! What's the best way to store the following fresh Vegi's & keep them fresh? Lettuce Tomato's Cucumbers Cauliflower Brocolli Carrots Cabbage Zucchinni

my bunny wont eat the fresh vegetables anymore...? he is still jumping & playing and pooping regularly. he just started leaving all or some of the fresh food. hestill eats his dry food but prefers the goodies and not the pellets. just want 2 know if its something 2 be concerned about & take 2 the vet..

are the drippings and colored water left over from steaming fresh vegetables of any nutritional value? Is this water left over from steaming these vegetables worth salvaging for dining of detined for a compost pile

Which fresh vegetables,fruits and fresh,dry fish import from Malaysia to UK?

Are fresh vegetables better for you than frozen vegetables? I have recently heard that frozen veggies can be better for you because they are frozen at a point where they can lock in the most nutrients. However, are certain nutrients destroyed/denatured when frozen that are considered important for a healthy diet?

Frozen vegetables, or fresh vegetables?

How do fresh vegetables differ from frozen vegetables nutritionally?

how to supply fresh vegetables to reliace fresh? we have aloevera leaves to supply which have great medicinal value

Storing fresh vegetables and herbs? Do you know a good website I could go to?

Are fresh vegetables Good for Dogs? I was just wondering because I think I my resort to making my dogs their own pet food? Some one had told me that it was but I just wanted more feedback on it. Thanks

Are frozen vegetables as nutritious as fresh vegetables?

which fresh vegetables can be succesfuly frozen?