Ah, boiled, roasted, mashed and so on - potatoes are a staple veggie in a lot of homes. You can also use them to thicken soups and stews.

Who can resist biting into  a fresh grape tomato and getting that burst of freshness. Add them to salads, use them as a snack, roast them.

Shallots make a great addition to stir-fries, sautés, salads, soups, side dishes, and casseroles, and are often paired with garlic. Combine them with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and add fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme to create marinades and sauces for your meat dishes.