vegetables
Brussel Sprouts: How to Check for Bugs
Brussel Sprouts: Fresh Brussel Sprouts are Frequently infested with insects and their structure means they Cannot be checked. Infested by: thrips. Brussels sprouts cannot properly be inspected and should not be used. Brussel Sprouts: Frozen Frequently infested. Cannot be checked.
Read MoreBroccoli: How to Check for Bugs
Broccoli is frequently infested with insects and must be checked. Look for: aphids, thrips, spider-mites and broccoli worms. How to check broccoli Broccoli is one of the vegetables most infested with insects. And, the structure of broccoli makes it very difficult to reach the insects. Even soaking the broccoli does not rid it of the…
Read MoreBeans: How to Check for Bugs
Beans: Canned Not infested under normal circumstances. Need not be checked. Green Beans: Fresh Not infested under normal circumstances. Need not be checked. Green Beans: Frozen Not infested under normal circumstances. Need not be checked.
Read MoreBananas: How to Check for Bugs
Bananas: Fresh Bananas are not infested under normal circumstances. Need not be checked Banana Chips Not infested under normal circumstances. Need not be checked As with many products, the longer the banana chips are stored, the more chance there is of infestation. Therefore, chips that were stored for an extended period of time should be…
Read MoreAsparagus: How to Check for Bugs
Green Asparagus is Frequently infested with insects and must be checked. If the florets at the top of the stalks are removed; and the triangular-shaped leaves on the sides are also removed; and the stalks are washed thoroughly with a strong stream of water and a brush—the stalks may be eaten without further checking. White…
Read MoreArtichokes: How to Check for Bugs
Globe Artichokes and Leaves Fresh artichokes are Frequently Infested. Must be checked. Look for: aphids. How to check artichokes 1. Soak the leaves in a solution of dishwashing liquid and water. The amount of soap should be enough to make the water feel slippery and sudsy. Allow to soak for three to five minutes. 2.…
Read MoreCantaloupe: How to Check for Bugs
Cantaloupe melons are not infested under normal circumstances. However, if there are soft spots, one should check for infestation under them.
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