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    What is a Food Desert?

    Gain insight into food deserts, the communities they impact, and how edible education may offer a solution.

    The Difference Between Rainwater and Tap Water

    Not all water is created equal especially when we're talking about the health and development of plants and people.

    Why Rain is Important

    Rain or the lack of an adequate supply can have profound effects on farming and the communities that rely on the harvest.

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    It all begins with a seed and this article dives deep into the 5 primary parts of the seed that make it all possible.

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to peel or not to peel your veggies

To Peel or Not To Peel?

Apr 21 by Dave Creech Leave a Comment

Peeling your veggies or not, the skin is the part that has the most potential for contamination. It is the protective layer that works to shield the interior from harmful bacteria, mold, and predators. It is also the part of the plant handled in the harvesting, transportation and storage of the plant in the food …Read More about To Peel or Not To Peel?

Filed Under: Teach the Teacher Tagged With: kitchen basics, peeling, peeling veggies, Teaching Kitchen

peel ribbons using julienne peeler

Rainbow Ribbon Salad

Apr 11 by Dave Creech Leave a Comment

This recipe has been tailored to accompany the Edible Learning Lab Teaching Kitchen collection of lessons. The simplified instructions make it an ideal recipe for young students. It is intended to accompany the lesson, PeelĀ It. I remember as a young kid learning how to use the vegetable peeler. It was one of those tasks easily …Read More about Rainbow Ribbon Salad

Filed Under: Recipes, Teaching Kitchen Recipes Tagged With: peeling veggies, salad, Teaching Kitchen

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