Regular Carrots            White Carrots              Golden Carrots

Description

A root vegetable originating in the Middle East and central Asia. Carrots are a biennial plant that is cultivated as an annual.

There are over 100 varieties of carrot, some of which are very long while others are short.

Evergreen Carrots

• Baby Sweet Carrots
• Baby Hand Peeled Carrots

Pack Sizes

Buying

Choose firm and brightly colored carrots. This vegetable is usually sold without its top (stem and leaves). If tops are present, they should be firm and well colored. Avoid soft and sprouting carrots, as well as those with moist patches.

Nutritional Information

Serving Ideas

Carrots can be used in an endless variety of ways, they can be featured in everything from appetizers to desserts and are even used to make wine. Raw carrots are eaten on their own or used in salads and appetizers. They are also used in baking to make cakes and cookies. Cooked carrots make an excellent vegetable side dish, either on their own or combined with other vegetables. They are often served with a cream sauce, glazed, or simply dressed with a little butter. Carrot tops, which are very rich in minerals, can be added to soups, salads and sauces.

Storing

Carrots have a good keeping qualities. Stored in the refrigerator, they will keep for 1 to 3 weeks, but is it is best to wrap them first, as they lose moisture quickly when exposed to air. Place them in perforated plastic bag or wrap them in a paper towel to prevent the formation of condensation, which causes them to spoil.

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