Considered one of the oldest cultivated plants, onions are thought to have originated in Central Asia. They have been cultivated for 5,000 years, but were likely consumed long before that because, ...

You don't need a big garden to grow delicious onions at home—a bright location, the right container, and well-draining soil is all it takes to yield flavorful results. Whether you have a small balcony ...

The next time you're chopping green onions, hold onto the white ends with the bit of root still attached. Place in a small glass jar, and cover the bases with water. Place it in a sunny spot, and ...

(or scallion) can be re-grown in a small water container indoor for culinary uses. So the next time you bought one, chop off ...

Let’s be honest, cooking is hard to do without the help of the humble onion. Unfortunately, the process of mincing one is such a pain that it literally brings tears to our eyes. For those nights you ...

It is a great time of the year to grow flowers in containers and the garden, but have you thought about vegetables, specifically lettuce and onions? Both are easy to grow, productive and attractive. I ...

Have you found yourself with more green onions or scallions than you know what to do with? Maybe your garden is overflowing, or you bought a big bunch at the farmers market. Don’t let them go to waste ...

Sprouting onions are safe to eat. Onions with a green spot are signs of decay. Here's how to buy, store and cook onions. QUESTION: Many cookbooks suggest not to use the green sprout from garlic if ...

Sharon Lockley has over 20 years of experience as an editor and writer and has been contributing to Food & Wine since 2019. I don’t know about you, but when I open my refrigerator, the last thing I ...