Author: Justin Shelton

Can I Plant Herbs In October?

While spring is the traditional planting season for many garden plants, late summer and fall are also prime planting times for trees, shrubs, perennials, and herbs. Yes herbs! There are many herbs to plant in fall – annuals, biennials, and perennials. How late can you plant herbs? Annual and biennial herbs can be planted outdoors […]

Who Is The Woman In The Black Eyed Peas?

Fergie (singer) Fergie Instrument(s) Vocals Labels RCA will.i.am Interscope BMG Dutchess Music Formerly of Wild Orchid Black Eyed Peas Website fergie.com Who is the woman in Black Eyed Peas now? J.Rey SoulAccording to a report on Billboard Magazine, Fergie has been replaced by singer Jessica Reynoso who goes by the stage name J. Rey Soul […]

What Do Black-Eyed Peas Symbolize?

Southerners considered themselves lucky to be left with some supplies to help them survive the winter, and black-eyed peas evolved into a representation of good luck. What do black-eyed peas symbolize for New Years? On New Year’s Day, millions of people will dutifully eat some amount of black-eyed peas with the hope that it will […]

How Long Do Fresh Black Eyed Peas Last?

Properly stored, cooked black-eyed peas will last for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. How long can cooked black-eyed peas be left at room temperature? Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; cooked black-eyed peas should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature. How […]

What Are Black-Eyed Peas Called In Africa?

Called niébé in parts of the Sahel, the black-eyed peas are dubbed “miracle peas,” or “poor man’s meat” in most of sub-Saharan Africa because of their high nutritive value and their ability to grow in harsh conditions. Did black-eyed peas originate in Africa? The Origin of the Humble Bean Black-eyed peas (actually a bean, rich […]

What Greens Are Edible?

Lettuces. To create an interesting mix in the garden and on the plate, choose plants with a variety of leaf shapes, colors and textures. Endive and Escarole. These slightly bitter salad greens, classified as a type of chicory, lend a savory flavor to salads and soups. Arugula. Chard. Spinach. Kale. Mustard Greens. Mizuna. What are […]

Do Greens Cause Blood Clots?

Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are all rich in vitamin K, which plays an essential role in forming blood clots. Do greens make your blood thick? Vitamin K Helps Blood Clot (Thickens Blood) This means that eating foods rich in vitamin K (primarily found in leafy green vegetables) can interact with blood thinning drugs, […]

What Can I Eat Instead Of Leafy Greens?

Asparagus. Zucchini. Pumpkin and other squashes. Green peas. Cauliflower and broccoli. Mushrooms. Cucumbers. Onions and garlic. What can I substitute for green leafy? If your child refuses green leafy vegetables, try dark-yellow and orange vegetables (carrots, squash, sweet potatoes) for vitamin A and folic acid, fruits and fruit juices for vitamin C, as well as […]

What Greens Are Easy To Digest?

Just like fruit, whole vegetables have a lot of fiber. Once they’re cooked, the fiber will be partially broken down and easier to digest.Good choices of canned or cooked varieties of vegetables include: yellow squash without seeds. spinach. pumpkin. beets. green beans. carrots. What greens are good for digestion? Leafy greens, such as spinach or […]

Are Shallots Prebiotic?

Prebiotic foods include garlic, onion, shallots, leeks, beetroot, fennel, savoy cabbage, asparagus, Jerusalem artichokes, snow peas and green peas. Prebiotics are also contained in fruits such as bananas, apples (especially with the skin), custard apples, persimmon, tamarillo, watermelon, nectarines, and white peaches. Is onion a prebiotic food? Onions are rich in prebiotics, antioxidants, and flavonoids […]

What Happens If You Overcook Greens?

Unfortunately, you won’t be ooh-ing and aah-ing over overcooked veggies. They not only lose their visual appeal, but they get mushy and lose a lot of their natural flavor. How You’re Doing It: Chances are if you’re overcooking your veggies, it’s because you’re boiling them. Can you overcook greens? Stirring it several times while cooking. […]