The kernels of fresh sweet corn taste delicious raw, but cooking the corn does intensify the flavor. Fresh ears only need a short time in a large quantity of boiling water. Sweet corn is great with butter and a dash of salt and pepper. Since the entire vegetable is edible they are quick and easy to prepare. You should select the firm, hard cucumbers that have a slight sheen.
Japanese eggplants are a beautiful purple color.
This is a wonderful variety because of its creamy flesh, thin skin, and few seeds. It is peak season for eggplant so the 2 R's farm has plenty of fresh Japanese eggplant for sale. You can use garlic to add flavor to a variety of dishes. Try spreading a little garlic on fish or meat before grilling. You know green beans are ripe when they are tender enough to snap when folded in half.