There’s just something about red grapefruit that makes the mouth water and the taste buds stand at alert. It’s not that pink or white grapefruit don’t taste good, too, but that red grapefruit…it simply cries out to be devoured with its deep blushing hues, succulent juiciness and the smell…oh, the fragrance of red grapefruit! It wafts from the plate (or bowl, if you’re smart, to catch all its juice!) to your nose and somehow works with your tongue to create an unforgettable aroma. In a nutshell, there’s just something uniquely remarkable about the color, fragrance and deliciousness of a Florida-grown…
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Many times an association is made between the citrus fruits, in particular the orange fruit and the state of Florida. Perhaps this is because estimates have been made that Florida accounts for approximately 75% of the oranges in the United States and for around 40% of the orange juice supply worldwide which is pretty impressive for a group of citrus fruits. In fact, roughly 90% of the oranges in Florida are used to create the popular morning breakfast beverage of orange juice. However, it is not simply the quantity of Florida oranges that makes them so unique. The quality of…
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Eating healthy isn’t nearly as hard as most people pretend. You don’t have to be a health food fanatic. All you have to do is replace junk foods with ones that are more satisfying and filling. The reason America is headed in the wrong direction when it comes to diet is because most of us aren’t making sensible choices. Of the five major food groups, one of them is almost entirely ignored. Most of us get enough grains and dairy and protein and fats and oils on a daily basis. But we do not eat nearly enough fresh fruits and…
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When you need more energy to get through your day Honeybell oranges will give you the boost you need in a healthy way without a caffeine crash or a sugar rush. Going back to work after having a long holiday break can be rough. Getting the kids back into school and back to their usual routine can be migraine inducing. Everyone is coming down from a prolonged sugar high after eating nothing but sweets and rich, fat laden food for a month or more and it can be very hard to get back to eating healthy and having enough energy.…
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If you take a close look at orange trees you will see little flowers that are known as orange blossoms. The scientific name for these flowers is Citrus Sinensis. They have a very nice smell that brings an aromatic touch to the gardens and crops they are planted in. You will find that in some communities, orange blossoms have played a significant role in their culture for centuries. In many of the cultures, they find the orange blossom to be a sign of good luck. These flowers are also known to be used in various cooking preparations as well. You…
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Navel oranges are delicious to eat on their own, but they are also great for cooking with. Many gourmet chefs use navel oranges along with other citrus fruits in their dishes. A splash of grapefruit juice, or a well placed orange segment, can balance out a dish that has heavy flavors or needs a little touch of lightness. The tang and sweetness of navel oranges makes them ideal to add to a wide range of dishes. Even if you can barely boil water you can make meals that taste like a gourmet chef made them if you use navel oranges…
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One of the best parts about fall is delicious foods and beverages made with apples, spices, pumpkins and of course delicious navel oranges. Making festive drinks for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas is half the fun of celebrating those holidays. Every family has their own traditional foods and beverages that are served during that time and often those recipes are handed down from generation to generation. If you don’t have your own fall drink traditions or if you want to expand your recipe collection try making some of these delectable fall drinks that are all made with navel oranges, grapefruit or…
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Ortaniques can make some of your favorite dishes taste even better. These hybrid citrus are the cross between a sweet orange and a tangerine – part of the ?tangor? family. The sweetness from the orange and the intense flavors from the tangerine combine to make what many believe are the finest tasting of all citrus: ortaniques. And while these tasty treats are delicious to eat out of hand, adding them to some of your favorite recipes can make your dishes taste even better. The juice from ortaniques is the perfect addition to salad dressing. A citrus vinaigrette instantly bring sunshine…
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Honeybell Tangelos are a very special citrus fruit. Honeybells are a cross between a grapefruit and a tangerine. They have a very unique sweet taste and are known for having large amounts of deliciously sweet juice. Honeybells have a limited growing season and are only harvested for a very short time each year. Because they are only around for a short time you should enjoy Honeybells as often as possible when they are in season. Here are some unique ways to enjoy Honeybells this season besides just eating them: Make Honeybell marmalade – The sweet juice from Honeybells combined with…
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Picnics are all about having fun, so don’t get weighed down trying to make a lot of delicious food for picnics this summer. Order fruit baskets to provide snacks and dessert at summer picnics and let Mother Nature do the work for you. Fresh and delicious oranges, grapefruit and other types of citrus fruits are sweet and refreshing and are perfect in the summer heat. Your family and guests will love having plenty of high quality fruit to snack on and you can avoid having to be stuck in the kitchen making desserts and snacks. Keeping fruit baskets of fresh…