Greenbell Pepper

Store whole, unwashed peppers in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator.

For easier seeding, cut the pepper in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and membrane with a spoon.

Green bell peppers can be roasted to bring out a sweeter flavor and softer texture.

They are excellent raw in salads or as crudités.

Onions

Tomatoes

Corn

Ground meat

Chicken

Beans

Rice

Cheese

Garlic

Overcooking them, which can make them mushy and lose their fresh flavor.

Not removing all of the white pith and seeds, which can be bitter.