If you hadn’t heard, Americans on average eat about 22 pounds of onions per person per year. That kind of onion consumption helps keep a body healthy by providing necessary vitamins and nutrients to ward off heart disease and cancers and also keep the gut working at optimum speed. Here's an easy … [Read more...] about Up your annual onion consumption in just one week out of each month
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Save time on grilling onions this Labor Day
Onions are the essential ingredient in every chef’s recipe box but they can add some time to your cooking schedule. This Labor Day, you probably want a little more time with friends and less at the grill. Here are some hacks to save time on grilling onions. We love onions as much as you do and with … [Read more...] about Save time on grilling onions this Labor Day
Onions can be the star of any show — behind the curtain
The best thing about onions is that they can be the star of the show without anyone knowing it. We are aware that there are a few people who don’t prefer the texture of onions, but this sweet onion pesto is proof that you don’t have miss out on the onion’s tasty flavor! Sautéing onions makes them … [Read more...] about Onions can be the star of any show — behind the curtain
Get ready for the onion experience
The idea of meal kits for many is genius. They offer the convenience we desire, great foods and easy directions for even the novice home cooks. But perhaps they put a bit more of a crimp on the budget than you'd like. What few millennials realize is that they're learning how to cook with each … [Read more...] about Get ready for the onion experience
Chicken and Shrimp Paella
This paella uses Spanish sofrito, a cooking base made with onions, peppers, tomatoes, and garlic! If you’ve been following along with our exploration of Onions Around the World, you may have already made a batch of Spanish sofrito. If so, this paella recipe comes together quickly. If not, with … [Read more...] about Chicken and Shrimp Paella
Spanish Sofrito
Spanish Sofrito is a mix of onions, peppers, garlic, and tomatoes. Combined, these ingredients are used as a cooking base for many delicious meals! We have had a lot of fun exploring Onions Around the World this spring and we hope that you’ve been able to join us for the ride. Our last stop takes … [Read more...] about Spanish Sofrito