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Fruit Veg Fact

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Related to Parsley and Carrots and it resembles Celery.  It has feathery green leaves which are used for herbs and succulent rootstalk.  The stems are round and shiny blue-green colour.

Native to the Mediterranean Region and one of the oldest cultivated plants.  Every part of the plant are edible.

Select crisp well-shape looking Fennel, avoid withered and limpidness.  Store in the refrigerator in a plastic bag and will last up to 1 week.

Cut off bulbs and leaves, remove outer stalks and use leaves chopped and sprinkle over salads, soup or just use as herbs.  Bulb can be steam or bake and use in soups, or serve with cheese sauce. 

A good source of vitamin C and a moderate source of iron.

 

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Last modified: July 19, 2003