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Sweet Peppers Did you know?
Sweet red pepper is an excellent source of vitamins A and C. One medium sweet red pepper provides 37% of the Recommended Daily Intake for vitamin A and 376% of the Recommended Daily Intake for vitamin C.

Buying
  • Choose peppers that are smooth, firm and plump with thick shiny skins free of cracks or soft spots.
Storing
  • Store covered and unwashed in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Preparing
  • To prepare, rinse in cold water. Remove stem, seeds and white part of the flesh.
  • Peppers can be stir-fried, roasted, grilled, stewed, steamed or eaten raw.
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