"Theron" > wrote in message
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> More about carrots. If you're making a stew or braised dish, do you need
> to peel the carrots? Why can't you just scrub them thoroughly. I think
> there's more flavor in the skin, and most likely there's more vitamin and
> nutrient content near the surface.
> Any thoughts?
> Does anyone do this?
>
> Ed
>
There's no need to peel carrots any more than there is need to peel
potatoes. It's a preference thing. My mother always peeled potatoes so for
years I did, too. Then I realized I could simply scrub them. However,
sometimes you have to ask what other people do just for fun
Jill