Person reaching for a red tomato in a cluster of green tomatoes surrounded by green foliage. - Oliver Rossi/Getty Images Understanding the benefits one species provides to another simply because ...

Tomatoes are the quintessential garden crop, celebrated for their vibrant flavors and versatility in the kitchen. Whether you ...

Sweet corn, which is plentiful at farmers markets and roadside stands in August, is often touted as summer's best vegetable. We love it because it's so familiar — we start eating corn on the cob with ...

Robust tomato flavor is key to tomato rice, a popular southern Indian dish typically prepared when there is an abundance of ripe, red tomatoes and leftover basmati rice. It’s a versatile but intensely ...

Fresh tomato soup is a smooth and savory soup that’s simple to prepare. Made with roasted tomatoes, basil, and sweet onions, this soup is perfect for easy weeknight meals or hosting guests, topped ...

Gently spiced with cinnamon, ginger and red chili, this tomato chutney pairs great with cheese and also is a punchy alternative to ketchup for burgers. Gretchen McKay/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/TNS ...

Heirloom tomatoes, which are at their peak mid- to late summer, often are the most flavorful, and come in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Orange, yellow and purple tomatoes tend to be a bit ...