Dee Randall wrote:

> "notbob" > wrote in message
>>
>>The only thing that really creeps me out is greasy cukes. Maybe no
>>wax is going to become a selling point. I notice one of our upscale
>>supers is advertising "unwaxed" fujis. First time I've ever seen
>>that.
>>
>>nb
>
> I oft wonder if there are any 'maggots' flourishing under the 1/8"+ wax
> covering rutabagas in most markets - or did the wax kill them off and there
> are only carcasses of maggots! Mind gone wild!

When I see the slimy-greasy cucumbers, I wonder why they don't use that
dry waxy coating like on apples and oranges and stuff. What are people
*doing* with cucumbers that they want them all slippery and greasy like
that? I don't like to think about it too much.

Best regards,
Bob