Profile:
Onions come in yellow, red, and white. Mild-flavored Onions are best in salads and hamburgers. Once purchased, they should be kept in a loosely woven bag in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated spot. To bring out a sweeter flavor, place the Onion in the refrigerator for one hour before using. The more pungent an Onion is when raw, the sweeter it will be when cooked. Look for dry, firm, and shiny Onions.

Nutrition:
Onions are fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie, and a good source of vitamin C.

Did You Know:
Onions were grown in Ancient Egypt, eventually arriving in Rome. Not until French Onion Soup, however, did it become popular. Chilling an Onion before chopping it lessens its tear-producing effects.

Handling:
Ideal temperature is between 40º F to 60º F with low humidity. Typical shelf life is up to five weeks. Moderately sensitive to chill damage. Keep well ventilated.