Persimmon

Persimmons came to us from Asia. Peel, then eat as a snack, add to salads or make into cookies, cakes or puddings. They can also be eaten dried. There is an annual Persimmon festival in Indiana.

Red Banana

Red bananas have a slight raspberry-banana flavor but their inside flesh is similar to a yellow banana.

Belgian Endive

Belgian endive was reportedly discovered by a farmer whose chicory roots sprouted in his cellar over the winter. It is grown in the dark to stop it from getting green and bitter, and can be eaten raw or cooked. 

Cactus

A vegetable peeler can be used to remove any remaining prickers before preparing!