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With the shortening days come, pomegranates! Eating their seeds means a feast for the mouth and the eyes: both their burst of sweet and tart flavor and their bright red color are welcome this time of year.

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Cabbage is often overlooked, relegated to an after thought or over used in bland, overly sweet coleslaws. With its mild flavor, cabbage can compliment many a flavor profile – soy. ginger and garlic, yes please; cilantro, chile and scallions, why not; curry? we’d do that. It adds crispness to your sandwich or spring roll, beefs up your next stew, fills out your soup. And it’s extremely affordable if you’re looking to stretch your dollar. Here are our favorite cabbage recipes!

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It’s almost 3.141592… Day! Also known as Pi day! Every year, on 3/14, we celebrate π – the mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circles diameter to its circumference. But eating pie is 3.14 times better than calculating areas or crunching equations. Pi kid you not, our pie recipes will blow your mind! Whether you’re in the mood for sweet, savory, tart, creamy or a little boozy – we got you covered. In addition, we’ve included some basic tips to make sure every pie you make is πRFECT!

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We know that you already tell your friends and coworkers about how much you love Boston Organics. Did you know that you can save money when you introduce a friend to our organic grocery delivery service with The Boston Organics Refer-A-Friend Program!

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Beans are high in protein making them a popular food for vegetarian and vegan diets. But you don’t have to be a herbivore to enjoy these nutrient rich legumes that lend themselves to all kinds of wonderful dishes. And we’ve got a terrific local source (ME) for heirloom beans, Baer’s Best.

For the past three decades Charley and Carol Baer have been specializing in heirloom bean varieties that have grown here in the Northeast since colonial days. Many years ago beans were a New England staple and some local people may remember the traditional Saturday night meal of baked beans and brown bread. Now many people are rediscovering the benefits and pleasures of having beans as a regular part of their diet and finding new ways to enjoy these specialty beans.

Learn more here about the health benefits and how to cook dried beans!

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Sweet potatoes figure prominently in many Thanksgiving feasts, other times of the year they may be forgotten. But sweet potatoes are among the healthiest and most versatile vegetables available during the winter – be they baked, steamed or roasted; in soups, curries and stews – so it’s no surprise that they show up frequently in New England cooking.

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Love basil? You’re not alone, with its balanced taste of sweet and savory notes suggestive of mint, pepper, anise and cloves it’s one of the most popular and widely used herbs in the world. And we’re into basil season now until late fall so now’s the time to take advantage of this handy and versatile herb by storing it properly and making the most of its aromatic goodness. Whether you’re sprucing up a salad, making pesto or garnishing a bowl of tomato soup, basil is a vital ingredient in fresh, organic cooking. Recipes here.

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For the first time this year, rhubarb can be found in Boston Organics boxes and as an add-on. Many of you may know rhubarb as something that goes with strawberries – think strawberry rhubarb pie, cobbler and crisp, it has a long history and an intriguing story. Read on to learn some fascinating rhubarb facts.

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When the weather turns cold, it is lovely to wrap your chilled hands around a warm cup of something delicious. It’s even nicer when you can share a steaming mug with a friend. These recipes are a little indulgent, perfect for this festive season. Though it’s easy enough to add a nip of something else to further the warming, these recipes are perfect by themselves, so you can share them with friends of all ages.

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Ever feel intimidated by cooking instructions? Not sure what to do with vegetables you receive in your Boston Organics box? Experienced cook but not quite clear on the difference between simmering and boiling? Brushing up on just a few cooking skills and terms will help you follow any recipe, or tackle any new produce item you encounter in your Boston Organics box.

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