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  • Melissas Produce

    Pineapples, Peeling and Chopping

    Using a serrated knife, cut top and bottom off of pineapple. Slice sides of pineapple off following the curve of the fruit and removing any eyes that are left. Cut down through the middle of the pineapple through the heart....

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    Plantains, Peeling

    Yellow-brown, brown, and black plantains can be peeled as you would a banana, but it is much more difficult to peel a green or yellow plantain.To peel, with a paring knife, slice off the ends. Slit the skin lengthwise and...

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    Potatoes, Preventing Oxidation Turning Brown

    To keep potatoes from turning brown, after peeling immediately place them into acidulated water. Can be made 1 day in advance. Fill a large bowl with enough water to cover potatoes and squeeze 2 lemons into water. Place the cut...

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    Quinoa, Cooking

    Rinse Melissa’s Quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and drain.In a saucepan, add entire packet along with seasoning packets and 2 cups water. Cook until all water is absorbed, about 10-15 minutes.

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    Roasting Fresh Peppers

      Peppers can be roasted over an open flame or under the broiler in an oven. To roast over an open flame on the stove:Step #1: Hold the pepper with tongs over a medium flame, turning occasionally until evenly charred....

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    Roasting Vegetables

    When roasting bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and tomatillos, they become more flavorful and tender. Place directly over a gas burner, on a grill, or under a broiler. Char the vegetables, turning occasionally, until completely blackened. Place in a bowl and...

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    Roll-Cutting or Oblique Cutting

    Here is another knife technique made simple. This is perhaps the most Chinese in origin.Roll-cutting is used for long vegetables, such as Asian eggplant, carrots, and zucchini.It makes attractive chunks and exposes more of the surface area of the vegetable...

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    Sno Peas, Preparing

    Sno peas have a tough outer string. To remove, pinch or cut top stem and peel away string from top to bottom.

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    Steamer Tips

    Check the water level in the bottom of the steamer occasionally. If it's low, add boiling water to avoid lowering the temperature. A heat-resistant glass pie plate makes an ideal liner for steaming fish, custards, and other foods. Don't get...

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