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Cornice

Cornice

Gherkins belong to a fairly large group of vegetables preserved in a strong vinegar marinade. Only gherkins spiced in the Russian way are stored in salted water. Tiny green cucumbers are chosen for the gherkins (a special gherkin variety). Vinegar decay, depending on your preferences or … read on

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Kawon (Citrullus vulgaris)

Kawon (Citrullus vulgaris)

It looks not very big to the eye, green pumpkin. It comes from the gourd family, hence the similarity. In Poland, it is commonly known as watermelon. At the end of summer and early autumn, we import watermelons from the Balkan countries. His proper homeland … read on

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Artichokes (Cynara scolymus)

Artichokes (Cynara scolymus)

Because we have recently started growing artichokes on a slightly larger scale, it is worth spending a few words on them. Undeveloped flowers thanks to fleshy, the green covers of the inflorescence look a bit like cacti, the whole plant has a very familiar appearance of a huge thistle, which … read on

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Cabbage (Brassica)

Cabbage (Brassica)

The cabbage family is very numerous. Its most popular representatives are in Polish cuisine: white and red cabbage, savoy cabbage and Brussels sprouts. The ancient Greeks already knew cabbage. The Romans attributed to her the ability to immunize the body against alcohol, that's why they chewed raw … read on

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Cauliflower (Brassica cauliflora)

Cauliflower (Brassica cauliflora)

Cauliflower appeared in Europe only in the 16th century. and was initially grown in Italy. Apparently, it was brought from Cyprus by knights of the cross. The cauliflower rose is indeed a flower, or more precisely: undeveloped inflorescence. Cauliflower, especially young, strict and … read on

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