#green chili enchiladas

[beyondtheadobe]

no caption needed. those who know, know ;)

[frances-baby-houseman]

I loved Santa Fe so so much. I had no idea what to expect and it was just so gorgeous. More photos, and photos of my friends’ faces, on my Instagram. I loved every minute.

[rabbitcruiser]

Fresh Tomato Day

Fresh Tomato Day is celebrated on April 6, as a day to appreciate the beauty of fresh tomatoes. Tomatoes are plants that are grown in temperate and tropical regions of the world and are a significant source of umami flavor. They are typically consumed raw or cooked. It is common to find that numerous varieties of the tomato plant are widely grown in temperate climates across the world, with purpose-built greenhouses aiding the production of tomatoes throughout all the seasons of the year. Tomato plants typically grow between three and 10 feet in height, with vines and a weak sprawling stem.

History of Fresh Tomato Day

The tomato is said to have descended or evolved from the “Solanum pimpinellifolium,” which is also known as the currant tomato or wild tomato, native to western South America. These wild tomatoes were smaller than the tomatoes we have in today’s times and they were usually about the size of peas. The domestication, so to speak, of tomatoes, traces back to the Aztecs and other Mesoamerican peoples, who used the fruit fresh and employed its use for cooking. Tomatoes came into Europe through the Spanish, and they became a very regular feature of Spanish food. In other European countries such as France, Italy, and others to the North of Europe, the tomato was initially grown as an ornamental plant, like flowers.

The tomato was met with skepticism as a type of food based on the fact that it was thought to be nightshade by botanists. This skepticism and suspicion were compounded by the acidity of the tomato juice. The tomato was even nicknamed the “poison apple,” because it was believed that it caused aristocrats to get sick and die after eating them. The possible reason for these reactions was that wealthy Europeans of that time, used pewter plates, which were rich in lead, and because tomatoes are so high in acidity, the fruit would leach lead from the plate upon coming in contact with it, eventually leading to led poisoning and eventually death.

Limited knowledge made it impossible for anyone at the time to connect the dots between plate and poison at the time and so the easier alternative was to blame the tomato. The leaves of the tomato and its immature fruit contain tomatin, which could be toxic in large amounts. However, the ripe tomato fruit does not contain tomatin.

Fresh Tomato Day timeline

700 A.D. Earliest Known Use of Tomatoes

The earliest known use of tomatoes traces back to the Aztecs from around 700 A.D. who use them to cook their food.

1800s Migration Brings Tomatoes to America

The mass migration of Italian people to America is credited with the introduction of tomatoes in America.

1889 Esposito of Naples Makes a Tomato Pizza

On a visit of the King and Queen of Italy to Naples in 1889, Esposito makes a pizza with tomato toppings.

2005 Earliest Mention of F.T.D. in Print

The earliest mention of Fresh Tomato Day is in a newspaper.

Fresh Tomato Day FAQs

What is Fresh Tomato Day?

Fresh Tomato Day, celebrated on April 6, is a day meant to appreciate the beauty and benefits of fresh tomatoes.

Are tomatoes healthy?

Yes, they are. Tomatoes are good for the human heart and consuming them once in a while would keep you healthy for longer.

Is a tomato a fruit?

Yes, a tomato is technically a fruit that is sometimes considered a vegetable. It is an edible part of a plant with seeds, and as such, is a fruit.

Fresh Tomato Day Activities

Eat some tomatoes

Host a tomato-throwing party

Share on social media

What better way to celebrate Fresh Tomato Day than to simply eat (or drink) some? Make a tomato sandwich, or order some tomato pizza; either way, you’re good to go.

Another fun idea for Fresh Tomato Day is to host a tomato-throwing party. This would be fun, but be careful not to waste too many tomatoes.

Share all the fun and join the online tomato conversation using the #FreshTomatoDay hashtag. Share the history of the day online!

5 Interesting Facts About Tomatoes

There are 10,000 varieties of tomatoes

The first tomatoes were gold

Tomatoes have color varieties

‘Tomato’ is a Spanish word

China is the largest tomato producer

Tomatoes have up to 10,000 distinct varieties.

The first tomatoes were not red as we know them today, but were gold-colored and widely considered to be aphrodisiacs.

They have varying colors such as purple, green, and white, however, only red tomatoes are displayed at markets for quality standard purposes.

The origin of the word ‘tomato’ is from the Spanish word ‘tomate.’

China produces the largest number of tomatoes in the whole world!

Why We Love Fresh Tomato Day

Tomatoes are healthy

Tomatoes are tasty

Tomatoes can be consumed in various ways

Tomatoes have been proved to be good for the human heart. We love this!

Tomatoes are tasty, especially when cooked or used as a flavoring in food. There’s nothing better than the taste of fresh tomatoes in your spaghetti bolognese!

Tomatoes aren’t only cooked as a soup or used as pizza toppings. They can also be consumed as a healthy drink or simply consumed raw.

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[vilesbian]

I have a working and electric stove (as opposed to gas) and I can finally cook again. Making enchiladas!

[97percentchanceofcarley]

Green Chili & Chicken Stacked Enchiladas

[strangeronbakerstreet]

Cuisine - Shredded Beef Enchiladas Corn tortillas filled with shredded beef, sour cream, onion, green chilies, then covered with Monterey Jack cheese and baked. This recipe freezes well.

[vonmerkin]

Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas Simple chicken enchiladas are covered with a zesty green chili sauce and lots of melty Mexican cheese.

[secretsixdaily]

Mile High Green Chili This green chili is made in the slow cooker with pork, roasted tomatillos, chiles, herbs, and spices. Cream cheese is added for a creamy finish.

[cc-alonesnowflake]

Slow Cooker Pork Green Chili This slow cooker green chili pork recipe is made with Hatch green chile peppers. It's great by itself or as a topper to burritos, enchiladas, or eggs.

[beyondtheadobe]

no caption needed. those who know, know ;)

[zapp645]

Recipe for Green Enchilada Pork Chili A delicious, Mexican-inspired green pork chili. When garnished with fresh tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips this is a hearty meal with a tangy and spicy finish. 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro chopped, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 pound ground pork, 1 can green enchilada sauce, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 quart water, 4 tablespoons olive oil divided, 1 can green salsa, 1/2 lime juiced, 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika, 2 fresh jalapeno peppers stems removed, 3 cloves garlic minced, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, 1 medium white onion diced, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

[wearethemakersofmanners]

Recipe for Green Enchilada Pork Chili A delicious, Mexican-inspired green pork chili. When garnished with fresh tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips this is a hearty meal with a tangy and spicy finish.

[rabbitcruiser]

National Cabbage Day

Beyond the popularity of the Cabbage Patch Dolls from the 1980s and beyond, cabbage sometimes doesn’t get as much honor as it deserves. National Cabbage Day is here to change that story!

History of National Cabbage Day

Dating back at least 6000 years, cabbage is a vegetable that has origins in Asia and the Mediterranean, and acts as a staple for foods from many different cultures. Easy to grow and with many varieties, cabbage offers a hearty option for food storage over the winter time, especially in root cellars, which is probably why it can be well utilized in places that are cold and dark.

Cabbage comes in a few varieties, including green, purple, red and Napa cabbage. Though it looks a lot like lettuce, cabbage is not actually related to lettuce at all. Part of the cruciferae family, cabbage is a cousin to other vegetables, including broccoli, cauliflower and the delightful brussel sprout, which can obviously be celebrated on its own day: Eat Brussel Sprouts Day!

National Cabbage Day was founded to pay special attention to this vegetable that is especially great when enjoyed during the winter time. Perhaps that’s why the day was chosen for this month!

How to Celebrate National Cabbage Day

Celebrate the taste and nutritional value of this vegetable on National Cabbage Day! Consider getting involved in the day with some of these ideas:

Eat Some Cabbage

Many people consider cabbage something their grandmothers made, but it’s time to bring back this classic! Affordable and nutritious, cabbage has gotten a bad rap but can really be made into some delicious and delightful dishes. Whether used fresh or cooked, cabbage offers a way to add some unique flavors and crunch to an otherwise boring menu.

Try out some of these ideas for cabbage recipes:

Napa Cabbage Wedge Salad. Forget the iceberg lettuce and opt for a wedge salad that contains bacon, green onions and a delicious sesame ranch dressing.

Kimchi. A traditional Korean dish, Kimchi can be made from various vegetables (including cabbage, of course!) that are salted and fermented.

Fried Shrimp with Cabbage Slaw. Cabbage makes an amazing complementary side dish to seafood, like fried shrimp or even fish tacos.

Learn Fun Facts About Cabbage

Get involved with celebrating National Cabbage Day by learning and sharing some bits of trivia about this important vegetable. Try out some of these facts to get started:

Cabbage is often associated with the Irish dish, corned beef and cabbage, which is often made and eaten in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day in March.

Cabbage is nutritionally sound, offering health benefits such as fiber, iron, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, potassium, calcium, manganese and much more.

Cabbage is a low-calorie food that is great for anyone to eat. In fact, one cup of cabbage only has fifteen calories.

Famed baseball player Babe Ruth used to wear a cabbage leaf under his baseball cap during each game, apparently for luck, as baseball players are rather superstitious.

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[selahvibe]

Recipe for Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas A zesty green chili sauce and a ton of melty Mexican cheese are poured over basic chicken enchiladas. 8 flour tortillas, 1 can diced green chile peppers, 1/2 medium onion chopped, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons taco seasoning mix or to taste, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or to taste, 2 cans diced tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 skinless boneless chicken thighs cut into chunks

[auntie-cosima]

Green Enchilada Pork Chili - Soups, Stews and Chili - Pork Chili Delicious green pork chili with Mexican influences. This hearty dish has a tangy, spicy finish and is garnished with fresh tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips.