Round Baby Carrots
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Description/Taste
Round carrots are roughly globular in shape are best harvested at about 1 /12 to 2 inches in diameter. Their pumpkin orange skin with thread-thin roots encase a nearly coreless orange crispy sweet flesh.
Seasons/Availability
Spring
Current Facts
Round carrots are members of the Umbelliferae family, which is overwhelmingly comprised of 455 genera and over 3500 species, making this family one of the largest taxon among higher plants. Each plant in this family has the umbrella-like flower clusters at maturity that distinguishes this family of plants. Carrots, in general, are the most important food plant within the Ubelliferae family. Relevant Round carrot varieties include Early Horn, Mini Round, Golden Ball, Thumbelina and Parisian Rondo.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Round Baby Carrots. One is easiest, three is harder.
The Clever Carrot | Honey Baked Parisian Carrots with Orange & Thyme |