Pineapple

Pineapple originated in tropical South America in the area around southern Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina.  It was first domesticated there by the indigenous people as far back as 10,000…

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Empanadas de Pina

I am currently in Costa Rica teaching a nutrition class as professor in residence at the new Samford campus, (Finca de Samford). Our class made these Empanadas de Fruta last…

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Celery

Celery is a very versatile plant whose ribs, leaves, and seeds are all used for culinary purposes. Botanically, the stalk refers to the whole bunch of ribs with leaves. Most…

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