Tender beef steaks meet sweet-tangy apricot sauce in this elegant yet easy main course. Fresh Pittman & Davis apricots create a luscious fruit marinade and pan sauce that transforms a simple steak dinner into something special. Perfect for weeknight dinners or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Ingredients For the Apricot Marinade & Sauce: 6-8 ripe Pittman & Davis apricots, halved and pitted ⅓ cup apricot nectar (or orange juice) 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (or ½ teaspoon ground…
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- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
Continue ReadingCelebrate summer with this delicious warm stone fruit cobbler featuring Pittman & Davis nectarines, apricots, and cherries. Sweet, juicy fruit bubbles beneath a golden, buttery biscuit topping that bakes up tender on the inside and crisp on the edges. It’s the perfect way to showcase the season’s best stone fruits, and it comes together easier than you might think. Ingredients For the Cobbler Base: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ¾ cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Fruit Topping: 3 ripe nectarines,…
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- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
Continue ReadingCelebrating National Pie Day with something truly special! This bright and beautiful Honeybell Citrus Pie is a simple dessert that lets the natural sweetness of fresh citrus shine. Thin slices of juicy Pittman & Davis Honeybells baked into a buttery crust create a pie that’s light, fragrant, and full of sunshine in every bite. Ingredients 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade) 3-4 Pittman & Davis Honeybells, thinly sliced ⅓ cup sugar 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon fresh Honeybell juice 1 teaspoon Honeybell zest Powdered sugar for dusting Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare the crust: Place the pie crust…
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- Prep time: 15 minutes
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Continue ReadingWhen Honeybell season arrives, we find every excuse to enjoy their bright, juicy sweetness. These Honeybell No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits are layered with creamy cheesecake filling, buttery graham cracker crumbs, and fresh Honeybell pieces for a light, refreshing dessert bursting with citrus flavor. Save this one for your next gathering or when you want an easy sweet treat that feels a little special. Ingredients For the Parfaits: 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature ⅓ to ½ cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste) ½ cup heavy cream 1 cup graham crackers, crushed (about 7-8 full crackers) 2-3 Pittman & Davis…
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Continue ReadingLight, creamy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor! This layered Honeybell dessert is a showstopper! Sweet peach jello meets fluffy whipped topping and juicy Pittman & Davis Honeybells for a refreshing treat that’s perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or any time you want something special. Best of all, it’s surprisingly easy to make. Ingredients 9 oz peach jello mix, divided (6 oz + 3 oz) 3 cups boiling water, divided (2 cups + 1 cup) 1 cup cold water 8 oz Cool Whip or True Whip (thawed if frozen) 3-4 fresh Pittman & Davis Honeybells, peeled and segmented Cooking spray…
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Continue ReadingHoneybells are here, and we couldn’t be happier! We at Pittman are always excited for Honeybells, because the mandarin-grapefruit hybrid is so darn delicious – and, alas, has such a fleeting season. Available for only a short time in late winter/early spring, these bell-shaped beauties do a marvelous job of brightening up dull winter days and ringing in mild spring days with a flourish. Citrus lovers all over the nation become Honeybell-happy when the season arrives, and to please them (and ourselves!) we offer a variety of the unique treats in a variety of iterations, from our classic Honeybell variety…
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Continue ReadingJuicy pan-fried pork chops meet sweet-tart caramelized grapefruit and savory onions in this elegant yet easy main dish. The natural sugars in Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby Red Grapefruit caramelize beautifully, creating a flavor combination that’s both sophisticated and satisfying. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: For the Pork Chops: 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter Salt and black pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon garlic powder For the Caramelized Grapefruit and Onions: 2 Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby Red Grapefruit…
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Continue ReadingFresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor—this easy salad combines sweet Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby Red Grapefruit with creamy feta and crunchy walnuts. Use your favorite greens like romaine, mixed lettuce, or kale. The honey-citrus dressing brings it all together for a healthy side dish or light lunch. Prep Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients 1 Pittman & Davis Rio Ruby Red Grapefruit 8 cups mixed greens, romaine lettuce, or kale (if using kale, remove stems and slice thinly) ¼ cup toasted walnuts ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon honey…
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Continue ReadingJazz up ordinary vanilla ice cream with this easy-to-make compote! Tasting of late summer/early fall with sweet-and-tangy ripe plums, fragrant cinnamon, bright lime, and aromatic anise, this elevated spiced compote is a great way to dress up a dinner party. Ingredients: 1 lbs. Pittman & Davis Empress Plums, chopped ¼ c. light brown sugar ¼ tsp. cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground anise (or ½ tsp. anise seeds, lightly crushed) Zest of 1 lime 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Pinch fine sea salt Directions: Stir together the plums and sugar in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce…
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Plum-Stuffed Pork Loin Recipe
Recipe Type: Meats and Main CoursesContinue ReadingEasy to make and gorgeous to look at, this mouthwatering tenderloin is perfect for an early fall dinner party. Plums are the perfect accompaniment to pork, and our Empress Plums lend a sweet-and-savory tang to the juicy meat that’s sure to be a hit. Serve with rice or new potatoes and a green vegetable. Add sliced lemon partway through cooking as an attractive garnish if you desire. Ingredients: 12 Pittman & Davis Empress Plums, pitted and sliced 1 large boneless pork loin, 4½-5 pounds 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tsp. lemon juice ¼ c. fresh thyme leaves, loosely packed 1…