Give Me 5! Trivia

Tomatoes

  • The tomato originated in the South America in the Andes region.
  • Fresh tomatoes are loaded with Vitamins A and C.
  • Tomatoes are an important ingredient in spaghetti and pizza sauces, vegetable soup and salads.
  • The Renaissance French called tomatoes "pommes de amour" - literally translated as Apples of Love.
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