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Cauliflower - Harvest Moon
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Cauliflower is a member of the brassica family, just like Broccoli and Cabbage. The name Cauliflower means "cabbage flower". Cauliflowers have a compact head (or 'curd') attached to a central stalk. It is an annual plant, and typically only the white curd is eaten. He relatively mild flavour of Cauliflower means that it is incredibly versatile. Cauliflower can be roasted, boiled, fried. A diet containing a high amount of fruit and vegetables contributes. Cauliflower contains potassium and has a high wate...
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Onion - Brown - Harvest Moon
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Brown Onions are part of the Allium family which contains over 300 species, including Leeks, Spring Onions, and Shallots. These Onions have a brown, almost yellow, skin and creamy flesh and are the most widely used onion. Their pungent smell is caused by the presence of allicins, which are released when part of the plant is cut. Brown Onions are planted throughout the year across most states of Australia. Harvest Moon supplies Brown Onions into domestic and export markets.
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Cabbage - Harvest Moon
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Cabbages are a member of the brassica family, just like Broccoli and Cauliflower. It is thought Cabbage seeds travelled to Australia in 1788 with the first fleet, however Russians remain the biggest consumer of this vegetable - each person eats about 20 kilograms each per year! 8203;There are several groups of Cabbage, each of which include many cultivars. Cultivars supplied by Harvest Moon include Green, Red and Savoy. Most Cabbage varieties only need to be shredded and quickly steamed.
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Beans - Harvest Moon
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Green Beans are members of the common bean family. And are a popular part of diets around the world. There are approximately 150 varieties of Green Beans that come in all shapes. Green Beans are distinguished from other varieties in that they are harvested and consumed with their enclosing pods, typically before the seeds inside have fully matured. Green beans are a source of fibre and have a high water content which help contribute to a healthy digestive system.
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Potatoes - Harvest Moon
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Potatoes are a starchy. Indigenous to the Andes, and related to t omatoes, capsicums and eggplants. Potatoes were introduced outside the Andes region approximately four centuries ago, and are the world's fourth-largest food crop. Harvest Moon grows a large range of potato varieties including Nicola (white skin, yellow flesh), Mozart (red skin, yellow flesh) and Canberra (red skin, yellow flesh). A diet containing a high amount of fruit and vegetables contributes.
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Beetroot - Harvest Moon
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Once home, remove the greens as they will suck moisture from the beets. Keep Beetroot in a cool place, preferably refrigerated, and they’ll keep for a week or two. Beetroot is at its best between September and January. One serve of Beetroot provides a good source (25% of the RDI) of Folate, and a source (10% of the RDI or 2g for Fibre) of Fibre. Health benefits associated with eating a single serve (75g) of Beetroot include:. A diet containing a high amount of fruit and vegetables contributes.
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Pumpkin - Harvest Moon
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The word pumpkin originates from the word. Which is Greek for "large melon". Pumpkins belong to a category of plants known as the Curcurbita family, which includes zucchini, squash and cucumber. Although we often refer to Pumpkin as vegetables, they are technically fruit. One serve of Pumpkin provides a source (10% of the RDI) of Potassium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Health benefits associated with eating a single serve (75g) of Pumpkin include:. Pumpkins are a source of vitamin C which help.
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Carrots - Harvest Moon
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Carrots belong to the same family as Parsley, Parsnips and Celery, and originated in central Asia. There are a number of different varieties of Carrots and each has a distinctive shape, from long and cylindrical to tapered or wedge shaped. Carrots should snap when bent and be cool or cold to the touch. The silvery coating, seen when the surface is dry, is the remnant skin and is harmless. Unlike a lot of root vegetables, Carrots have only a very thin skin which is easily removed when washing. Carrots are...
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Swede - Harvest Moon
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Swedes are a member of the same family as broccoli, canola, cabbage and cauliflower . Originally from northern Europe or Russia, Swedes have been cultivated for several hundred years. Swedes come in a variety of sizes and should be firm without disease or damage. Typically Swedes have a purple and or green crown on the portion that was above the soil when it grew. Unlike potatoes this discolouration is normal and and the flesh is safe to consume. Which help contribute to a healthy brain and nervous system.
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Leeks - Harvest Moon
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A popular and versatile autumn and winter vegetable, Leeks are members of the Alliaceae (onion) family. Cultivated since at least 3000 BC in Egypt, Leeks are now grown in many countries. Leeks look like large Spring Onions, having a very small bulb and a long white cylindrical stalk of superimposed layers that flows into green, tightly wrapped, flat leaves. A diet containing a high amount of fruit and vegetables contributes. Leeks are a good source of vitamins C and K which help support healthy bones.
