DELICATA Squash also known as Sweet Dumpling squash, Peanut squash, Bohemian squash, or Sweet Potato squash. It is a very sweet variety with a thin, edible skin and is typically cut into half rounds and roasted or baked, but can also be microwaved, sautéed or steamed and stuffed with meat or veggie mixtures. It is easy to cook and has a creamy flavor and texture. It is a good source of dietary fiber and potassium. Try it drizzled with maple syrup! Check out the many delicious recipes online.

Due to their high fiber content, banana peppers are filling despite being low in calories. Banana peppers are also  chock full of important nutrients, including several key vitamins and minerals. A one-cup serving of banana pepper contains 103 milligrams of vitamin C, well over the recommended daily value. Ranging from mild to spicy and available in many different sizes, peppers can be used in a variety of dishes or eaten fresh as a snack.  

Mississippi Sweet Potatoes are a staple on Walt's Farm Stand. Not only are they consistently the least stringy of the Sweet Potatoes in our opinion, they also sprout and can be planted so you can grow your own--in other words they are alive! We follow the EWG  in order to stay informed, and here is what they say... "Unlike white potatoes, non-organic sweet potatoes are not sprayed with chlorpropham. And sweet potatoes rank only two spots off the Clean Fifteen in EWG’s full list of fruit and vegetable rankings, meaning that sweet potatoes are a cleaner alternative to potatoes."

"Okra contains beneficial antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Its disease-fighting nutrients promote heart health, blood sugar management and better digestion. Okra also boosts bone health due to its calcium and vitamin K content." READ MORE:   https://health.clevelandclinic.org/okra

We all know the benefits of carrots, but did you know you can benefit by using the tops too! They have a similar nutritional profile to carrots; they are rich in vitamin A, C, K, and potassium and can be used in soups, salads, and pesto, and you can also sauté them. Check out all the recipes online!