Organic Fruits and Vegetables
♫ Monday, May 9th, 2011Due to a growing population in the United States, the agriculture industry is faced with constant demand. Farmers face worldwide competition and seek ways and methods to produce larger crops and crops free from bugs. Many farmers are under fire for using high volumes of pesticides and non-regulated farming practices. However, there are alternatives for consumers who want to purchase pesticide free food. Organic farming has been a boon to the agriculture industry. Consumers now have the opportunity to buy food and create recipes free from pesticides. The Environmental Working Group identified vegetables and fruits that had the lowest pesticide rates. Consider the following foods and recipes to create your next organic meal.
Celery is often used in weight-loss diet programs. It is a source of calcium as well as fiber. A great organic dish combines Cheddar cheese, sliced pears, celery and crush pecans. This is a tasty fruit dish that is quick to make and affordable. And The peach is a very nutritious fruit that provides proteins, carbohydrates, vitamin C and potassium. However, consuming high doses of the peach seed can be harmful to humans. Peach cobbler can be considered the second favorite to American Apple Pie. The organic recipe replaces butter for canola oil and uses whole-wheat flour. Add in blueberries or nectarines and bake using an iron skillet.
The strawberry is one fruit that is grown worldwide. The strawberry has an exquisite texture and juicy taste. The strawberry has been used in hundreds of recipes ranging from sweet to sour drinks and platters. Strawberries are an efficient source of vitamin C. A delicious organic meal is the strawberry shortcake. This recipe includes fresh strawberries, buttermilk biscuits made from wheat flour and skim-milk for the whip cream.
