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Pub date
2009-08-01
Cress
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Cress:
Cress is a fast-growing, edible herb plant that is related to watercress and mustard, it has a biting and sharp flavor and often added to sandwiches, soups, and salads.
Cress
Purchasing Tips:
When choosing cress, select firm ones that are evenly green in colore, avoid cress with wilted sprouts.
Storage:
Store cress in plastic bags, refrigerate for up to 5 days. To prolong this period, you can stick the stems of cress in a bottle of water and refrigerate until it is needed, change the water every two days.
Nutritional and Health Benefits:
Cress is rich in iron, calcium, folic acid, and vitamin A and C, the stems, flowers, also seeds are edible.
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