Taro root is a staple food in many Polynesian cultures, and its cultivation predates written history in the region. elaborate share
Shallot's flavor profile is a milder, sweeter version of an onion's. elaborate share
Fava beans were a staple crop in ancient Egypt, and evidence suggests they were even included in mummies' burial shrouds as a provision for the afterlife. elaborate share
Asparagus is a spring vegetable, but its spears are actually the plant's immature shoots. elaborate share
Peas were one of the first plants to be successfully genetically modified. elaborate share
Collard greens are a member of the *Brassica* family, related to cabbage, kale, and broccoli. elaborate share
Swiss chard's colorful stalks are actually its petioles – the leaf stems. The leaves themselves are edible too! elaborate share