From not so popular to America’s new favorite, Grapefruit is one of the very few fruits that made America rethink its standards. After years of being frowned upon because of its acrid taste and face-cringing smell, the red-fleshed Grapefruit made this cultivar world-renowned for its sweet taste, rich flavor, and numerous health benefits. Short History The white Grapefruit variety first arrived in the US in 1823. It was unpopular for many reasons; it has a thick peel that is tightly adherent to the flesh, the pith is overly bitter, and the flesh is exceedingly tart. Though disliked by many, Grapefruits…
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Sugarbell Cupcakes Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingI may have a sweet tooth but I prefer eating sweets that also have nutritional value. If you are like me, then this recipe is the right one for you. Sugarbell is a cross or hybrid between a flavorful Clementine and sugar-sweet Honeybell. It was developed at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Citrus Research and Education Center. This seedless, deep-colored, bell-shaped orange offers a unique flavor and aroma that comes along with well-balanced citrus tartness and sugar-sweet taste from its parents. What makes this orange even better is its zipper-like skin that is easy to…
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Continue ReadingThe Christmas Holiday is all about festivities and fun family activities. It is also about getting together with friends and celebrating good times while reminiscing about happy days with people that matter in our lives. The bountiful harvests of nuts, fragrant nutmeg, and oranges are the key ingredients in many dishes used for celebrating Christmas. This tradition sprang from a belief in Europe that Saint Nicholas brought nuts, oranges, and small treats to children, which then gave birth to the game “scrambling for nuts” – a popular game during the Elizabethan period in England. Moreover, the three parts of the…
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Tangerine Pudding Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingThey look like oranges but they are not – they are tangerines. Tangerines are hybrids of mandarin oranges. Tangerines are orange-colored fruits that are smaller and less round than real oranges. They offer a sweeter taste and a stronger flavor when compared to regular oranges, minus the acidity. Tangerines have been in cultivation in Japan and China for more than three millennia. However, even though they are an ancient fruit in other parts of the world, tangerines have only been grown in the United States since the mid 19th century. The first tangerines to reach US soil were brought to…
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Navel Orange Shortcake Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingIf you haven’t seen a shortcake or have never tried one, you might be stuck scratching your head and drawing your brows together when served one since the term “shortcake” doesn’t describe what the confection looks like. So what is a shortcake? A favorite treat for several hundred years, shortcake is a griddle-baked fat-enriched-grain cake topped with sweet whipped cream and fresh fruits. What makes shortcake “short” is the amount of butter that prevents the shortcake from rising and attaining height. Shortcakes could either be crispy like a biscuit or soft and moist like a cake depending on where the…
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Pear Crisp Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingHow to make Pear Crisp Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Yields: 4 servings Ingredients 4 Hale Groves pears 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3/4 cup brown sugar, divided 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 cup butter 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup oatmeal Directions Preheat oven to 350-degrees F and butter a baking dish. Peel the pears, cut in half, and then use a spoon or a melon baller to remove core/seeds. Slice lengthwise into about 6 to 8 smaller pieces. Place…
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Winter Apple Salad Recipe
Recipe Type: SaladsContinue ReadingThis crisp, flavorful salad is bursting with fresh apples and accented with a lemon dressing. It is perfect as a side dish for a hearty meal, or to take to a holiday get together. The lemon juice in the dressing helps keep the apples looking fresh, so this colorful salad will always please the eyes as well as the taste buds. Ingredients: Dressing: ½ Cup Lemon Juice 2 tsp Diced Onion 1 tsp Dijon Mustard ½ Cup Sugar ½ tsp Salt 2/3 Cup Olive Oil 1 Tbs Poppy Seeds Salad: 1 Head Romaine Lettuce 1 Hale Groves Apple, peeled, cored,…
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Southern Fried Apples Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingThis simple recipe is a great way to add a sweet touch to a savory meal. Apples and cinnamon combine in this traditional side dish, that can be a tasty dessert as well. Gather the four ingredients and make these Southern Fried Apples today. Ingredients: ½ Cup Butter ½ Cup Sugar 2 Tbs Ground Cinnamon 4 Hale Groves Orchard Fresh Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced Directions: In a large skillet melt butter over medium heat. Stir in sugar and cinnamon. Add apples and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat if needed to keep apples from sticking.…
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Tangerine Sorbet Recipe
Recipe Type: DessertsContinue ReadingINGREDIENTS 1/2 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons tangerine peel, with all white pith removed, finely chopped2 cups freshly squeezed tangerine juice (about 6 to 8 tangerines) PREPARATION In a small non-reactive saucepan, combine the sugar, peel, and 1/2 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until all the sugar has dissolved. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Combine the syrup with the juice and freeze in an ice cream maker following the manufacturer’s instructions, or place in a freezerproof container and freeze for several hours or overnight before serving. Each recipe serves…
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Grilled Pear & Blue Cheese Pork Chops Recipe
Recipe Type: EntréeContinue ReadingThis grilled recipe blends the sweet flavor of Hale Groves Pears, the salty richness of blue cheese, and the savory juiciness of pork chops to make a hearty grilled dish. Our Grilled Pear and Blue Cheese Pork Chops will have your taste buds watering at the grill as you prepare this tasty treat. How to make Grilled Pear & Blue Cheese Pork Chops Yield: 2 to 4 servings Ingredients: 2 fresh Hale Groves D’Anjou Pears, cored, and cut into four quarters 2 cups water ½ Tbs salt ¼ tsp pepper ¼ cup dijon mustard (divided) 4 thin-cut, boneless pork chops…