Cauliflower, a cruciferous vegetable, probably originated in Cyprus and then spread around the Mediterranean area. From there it spread throughout Europe in the 1500s and eventually to the U.S. in…
Brussels sprouts probably originated in Italy but became a popular vegetable crop in Belgium in the 16th century — thus Brussels sprouts. French settlers brought the sprouts with them to…
Sage is an herb native to countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, and a member of the mint family. Sage has a silvery, grayish-green color, and fresh leaves have a soft,…