Vegetables

Just because produce looks good does not necessarily mean it is good, but at least it’s probably reasonably fresh. The need for perfect appearance at all costs in grocery stores has made for some sad results, such as the perfectly round and flavorless supermarket tomato. However, unless you have easy access to a wonderful farmers’ market, the supermarket is where you’ll buy produce. If you can, shop at a store with lots of traffic because it is likely to have more frequent deliveries. For the most part, when choosing vegetables, smaller is better, as they are younger, sweeter, and more tender. Artichokes, mushrooms, and lettuces are exceptions to this rule. When buying eggplant, choose the lightest ones. They will have the smallest and least amount of seeds and taste sweeter.