There may be a lot of ingredients to assemble, but the incredible flavor and easy preparation that go into this fabulous roast chicken, dressed up with caramelized plums, make it worth it. Sure to be a hit at your next holiday or Sunday dinner, this roast chicken bursts with flavor thanks to a garlicky sumac spice rub brightened with lemon zest. The fragrant drippings help to season the sliced plums in the roasting pan, making a fruity, chutney-like sauce that pairs well with the meat and can be poured over steamed rice. Ingredients: For the chicken: 1 whole chicken, 2…
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Continue ReadingThis traditional Italian plum cake is addictively delicious, and Empress Plums (also known as Italian Plums!) are perfect in it. Best of all, it’s so easy to make you’ll make it again and again throughout Empress Plums’ short season! The tangy-sweet flavor of the plums rounds out the sweetness of this dense, rustic cake, making it perfect for dessert or with your morning coffee. When covered in plastic wrap, this cake will keep for three days on the countertop. Though we’re guessing it won’t last that long! It can also be frozen for up to three months. Ingredients: 1-1¼ lbs.…
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Continue ReadingA Recipe by Chef Andrew Morris: Ohhhh, mango! Sweet, juicy and oh-so-delicious, we get excited every summer for our magnificent South Florida Mangos. Mangos are popular the world over, but they used to be hard to get in North America because they don’t last long after they’re picked. Not anymore – a family farm right here in Florida developed this US-grown variety. These tropical-tasting beauties are grown on mature trees (mature trees produce the best fruit), handpicked, and shipped out on the very same day so you can enjoy them at their best. Our madness for mangos has led us…
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Continue ReadingIf you’ve never enjoyed sweet, juicy peaches hot off the grill, you’re missing out on one of the joys of summer. Super-easy to prepare, grilled peaches go great with so many things…enjoy them alone or with a scoop of vanilla or butter pecan ice cream; add a dab of butter to the hollow where the pit was and sprinkle with brown sugar or swirl them in cream. They even go well in salads and make a great side with grilled meats! Ingredients: 6 Hale Groves Sweet Georgia, Orchard Fresh or Farm-Fresh Peaches Olive oil Directions: • Preheat grill to medium.…
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Continue ReadingThis cherry cheesecake is the ultimate summer recipe: you don’t have to fire up your oven to make it and it uses delicious cherries! Deliciously easy and bursting with fresh, sweet cherry flavor, this luscious cheesecake is cool, creamy and decadent. Perfect for summer gatherings! Ingredients: 1½ lbs. Sweet Mountain Bing Cherries, stemmed, pitted and roughly chopped 1¼ c. graham cracker crumbs ¼ c. butter melted 8 oz. cream cheese softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 8 oz. frozen whipped topping, thawed Whipped cream and fresh cherries, for garnish Directions: • Mix together graham cracker crumbs and butter in a medium…
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Continue ReadingA rich, creamy smoothie with the fresh, summery flavor of juicy, Hale Groves Sweet Georgia Peaches and no added sugar…what could be better? This easy-to-make smoothie is ready in five minutes and an excellent way to use up your fresh peaches. You can even use it with frozen peaches! Refreshing and flavorful, it’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Use regular milk (whole, 2% or skim), almond milk, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version. Ingredients: 3 Hale Groves Sweet Georgia Peaches, fresh or frozen, pits removed 1 c. ice cubes ½ c. milk Directions: Place all ingredients in a…
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Continue ReadingYou know how lemon seems to go well with raspberry or blueberry? Certain flavors just seem to go together to create a whole new taste treat! That’s true of cherry and lime, and we’re positive this summertime smoothie will be a huge hit. Tangy-sweet, creamy, and satisfying, this healthy smoothie has no processed sugars and serves as a great on-the-go breakfast. Feel free to use frozen cherries in place of fresh if the fruit is out of season. Ingredients: 1 c. Hale Groves Sweet Mountain Bing Cherries, pitted 1 Tbsp. lime juice 1 c. almond milk 1 tsp. honey OR…
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Continue ReadingWhat happens in June? 1. Father’s Day. 2. Hale Groves Sweet Georgia Peaches are in season! Talk about fortuitous…our sweet, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth peaches are the star of many peach recipes, and this decadent French toast recipe with rum-infused peach syrup makes an amazing Father’s Day brunch – or any summer day brunch! Quick and easy to prepare, this delightful recipe pairs perfectly fried French toast with a thick, smooth, peach syrup flavored with rum for a summery, tropical twist on the brunch and breakfast favorite. An instant favorite and must-have addition to your list of Georgia Peach recipes! Ingredients: Peach…
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Continue ReadingSweet, savory, and delicious, this sweet and tangy twist on traditional guacamole, made with South Florida Mangos, is so amazing you’ll have to stop yourself from eating it all in one sitting! If you’re looking for unique guacamole recipes to serve at your next summer party, this is one of the easiest mango recipes you’ll find. It offers a great mix of flavors in which our South Florida Mangos are the star. If you have fruit to use up, this guac is a great one to add to your collection of Florida mango recipes. Sure to be a hit at…
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Continue ReadingCheesecake fans will adore this ultra-creamy, summer-tasting dessert! South Florida Mangos add a tropical twist to this oh-so-light, oh-so-creamy cheesecake recipe. An impressive and refreshing addition to your summer cookout, this easy-to-prepare dessert is a sweet, cool, and elegant-looking treat that’s a perfect finish to a hot summer’s day. Ingredients: Filling: 1 Hale Groves South Florida Mango, pureed 8 oz. package of cream cheese, softened ¾ c. heavy cream ¾ c. confectioner’s sugar 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. unflavored gelatin ¼ c. water Crust: 3½ oz. package shortbread 6 Tbsp. butter, melted Directions: For the crust: Place shortbread…