This photo was taken last summer, so it’s a little old. But it’s just so cool. She is posed next to what remains of a tree, covered with Laetiporus Sulphureus—chicken of the woods mushrooms.

On this week’s Why We Cook, Erica celebrates a handful of outcast veggies and shares preparations to curry your favor towards the beet, cauliflower and lima bean. Don’t sleep on these nutritious delights!

This week on Why We Cook, Erica continues her exploration into vegetables with Zukes, Cukes & Melons.

Erica spoke again with Kim of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about the wonders of winter vegetables

Erica spoke with Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about choosing, preparing and enjoying winter vegetables.

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about cooking in the southeast asian style

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about vinegar, how it’s made and how to use it

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about sautéing

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about how to stock you kitchen with the right pots and pans

Erica spoke to Kim and Betsy of Morning Living on Martha Stewart Radio about choosing and using Knives!