PLANTS
Potato
The potato is family is called nightshade.
The potatoes were first domesticated in southern Peru and northwestern between 8000 and 5000 B.C.
- Russet
- Jewel Yam
- Japanese Sweet Potatoes
- Hannah Sweet Potatoes
- Rose Finn Apple
- Russia Banana
- Red Thumb
One really health potato dish is call Vegan Mashed Potato.
Ingredients:
- 3 lb. gold creamer potatoes, halved Kosher salt
- 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus more for garnish
- 6 tbsp. vegan butter
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Freshly chopped parsley, for serving
Spinach
spinach, also know as Spinacia Oleracea, is part of the the amaranth family
Spinach was first considered a crop in the 1920s due to a high amount of Iron and Vitamin A
- Savoy Spinach
- Semi-savoy Spinach
- smooth leafed Spinach
It will usually be available to harvest in 4-6 weeks.
Some pests and diseases to look out for while growing Spinach are downy mildew and fusarium wilt.
Spinach is high in fiber and water, both of which help prevent constipation
One delicious dish using spinach is Sauteed Spinach
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 medium white onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 8 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Along with Vitamins A and B, Spinach has a lot of Calcium which makes your bones get stronger and prevent Osteoporosis.