The oroblanco is a cross between a pummelo and a white grapefruit. With a thick rind and a green or golden exterior, the oroblanco is larger than a grapefruit and has fewer seeds. Patented by the University of California, the fruit is less bitter than the grapefruit...
Oriental long beans are grown in the tropics throughout Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, and Southern China. They are sometimes called yard-long beans, though they generally only reach a half yard in length. The subspecies of the plant is named sesquipedalis,...
Oregano is a low growing perennial with small, ovoid, pointed leaves on soft stems. It grows 8 to 20 inches and produces purple flowers in spikes. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is very widely used in Greek and Italian cuisine. It has a strong, slightly...
The olive has a history almost as long as that of Western civilization. Carbon-dating and archeological evidence suggest that olives were being grown in Crete and Syria as long ago as 2,500 B.C. This fruit of the olive tree is a common ingredient in everyday food...
Okra is a fingerlike, slightly curved pod with soft green coloring. When cut, okra releases a sticky substance with thickening properties, often used in soups, stews, and gumbo. Whether steamed, boiled, pickled, sautéed, or deep-fried, okra makes a great side dish....
