Author: Justin Shelton

Do You Need To Rinse Water Chestnuts?

Uses: In stir fries and a variety of Chinese dishes to add a crunchy texture. To prepare: Peel fresh water chestnuts and slice thinly before cooking. Rinse and drain canned water chestnuts before slicing and cooking. To store: Fresh water chestnuts will keep, unpeeled in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Can you eat […]

What Does A Raisin In The Sun Teach Us?

A Raisin in the Sun is a play about an African American family aspiring to move beyond segregation and disenfranchisement in 1950s Chicago. Despite its specific era, the work speaks universally to the desire to improve one’s circumstances while disagreeing on the best way of achieving them. WHY IS A Raisin in the Sun important […]

Who Is Pregnant In A Raisin In The Sun?

Ruth. Mama sits down with Walter who is upset by—and ashamed of—his poverty, his job as a chauffeur, and his lack of upward mobility. Finally, Mama tells him that Ruth is pregnant and that she fears that Ruth is considering having an abortion. Is Ruth and Beneatha pregnant? The following morning, Saturday, is the day […]

How Do You Identify Salad Greens?

It’s generally pretty easy to tell fresh greens from those that are past their prime. Salad greens should be vibrant and crisp–avoid signs of wilting, yellowing or brown spots. Head varieties should be tightly furled, not loose or limp. What greens are used for salads? 9 Common Types of Salad Greens Green Leaf or Red […]

What Is Wrong With My Leeks?

Leek Rust. If you start to see orange-brown marks appearing on the foliage, it is probably leek rust, a fungus that develops on the leaves of any alliums – leeks, onions, garlic – and it’s not uncommon, especially at this time of year. Why have my leeks stopped growing? Make sure your plants have plenty […]

How Long Do Leafy Greens Last?

Lettuce and Other Greens Lettuce should keep for a week or two. Spinach won’t last for more than a week. Other greens will stay fresh for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. If your greens were pre-packaged or bagged, they’ll keep for less time — about 3 to 5 days. How do you make […]

Which Greens Are Most Bitter?

Collard greens Like most bitter greens, collards are rich in vitamins A, C, and K, potassium, iron, fibre and antioxidants. What are the least bitter greens? Baby spinach, in particular, is ideal in salads because it is so delicate and has a milder, less bitter taste than other greens. Which vegetable are green rough and […]

Why Do Greens Go Bad So Quickly?

The two things that make greens spoil quickly are moisture and air. They work w/ bacteria to break down the cell walls and create the “slime” that coats greens after a few days in the fridge. Why do leafy vegetables spoil easily? Registered dietitian Andrew Wade of Case Specific Nutrition notes that “leafy vegetables have […]

Should You Wash Leafy Greens?

Leafy greens can be washed and stored a few days before you use them. The best way to wash vegetables and fruit is under running water. You do not need special products, soaps or vinegar. These can leave an aftertaste and don’t kill bacteria or mould. Should you wash your greens? If leafy greens are […]