Desserts and Sweets
Recipe Type: Desserts and Sweets
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Candied Orange Rind Bars Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingIntroducing our third place winner in the Pittman & Davis Employee orange recipe contest. Share this sweet treat with your family and friends! The candied orange rind is made form navel oranges and boiled until translucent vibrant color. It is then dusted with sweet sugar. How to make Candied Orange Rind Bars Ingredients 2 Cups Light Brown Sugar 4 Eggs beaten 2 Cups of flour (use 1/2 cup to dip orange rinds in) 1/2 Tsp baking soda (dissolved in 2 Tbs water) 1 Tsp Vanilla 1/2 Cup Pecans, finely chopped 1 Cup Candied Orange Rinds, chopped Directions Mix thoroughly, spread thin…
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Cheesecake Fruit Bar Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingIntroducing our second place winner in our Pittman & Davis Employee Citrus contest. This Cheesecake Fruit Bar is a must try! How to make a Cheesecake Fruit Bar Ingredients Crust: 1/2 cup of all purpose flour 2 Tsp sugar 1 or 1/2 Tsp of salt (as desired) 1/2 cup of oil (Canola) 2 Tbsp of Milk 1/2 cup of pecans (options) Filling: 8oz. cream cheese (room temperature) 1/2 cup sugar (granulated) 1 cup of sour cream 2 Tsp of vanilla 8oz. Cool Whip Grapefruit Topping: 3 Pittman & Davis Grapefruit (peeled) 1 cup of sugar 2 Tbsp cornstarch Pinch of salt…
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Citrus Tart Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingIntroducing our first annual Pittman & Davis Employee Citrus contest. The goal was to create the best citrus dish. Our grand prize winner was a Citrus Tart! How to make a Citrus Tart Ingredients Dough: 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar 3/4 Cup Unsalted Butter 1 1/2 Cup All Purpose Flour Filling: 16 Oz. Cream Cheese 1 Cup Sugar 2 Tsp. Vanilla Extract 1 Tbsp. Pittman & Davis Navel Orange Zest Syrup: 2 1/2 Tsp. Cornstarch 1 Cup Pittman & Davis Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit Juice 3/4 Cup Sugar 1 Tsp. Lemon Juice Candied Fruit: 2 Cups Assorted Citrus 2 Cups Water 2…
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Continue ReadingThe grapefruit originated as an accidental cross between a pomelo and a sweet orange. The sweet Ruby Red and Pink Grapefruits from Texas have become favorites among this delicious and healthy citrus fruit. This grapefruit yogurt cake is a delicious way to enjoy the zesty, nutritious grapefruit. Health Benefits Helps boost the immune system as it contains high amount of Vitamin C that has antioxidant properties and protects cells from viruses and bacteria. Grapefruit can help in curbing appetite because it contains high amounts of fiber which promotes satiety. The same fiber slows down the time which your stomach empties…
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Ruby Red Grapefruit Bars Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingPittman and Davis Ruby Red Grapefruits are the stars of gourmet citrus. This sweet and satisfying recipe uses this delicious fruit to make yummy bars that are good for dessert, or any time. Ingredients Crust: ¼ Cup Sugar ½ Cup Butter, softened 1 Cup Flour Filling: 2 Eggs ¼ tsp Baking Powder ¾ Cup Sugar 2 Tbsp Flour 2 tsp Pittman and Davis Ruby Red Grapefruit Zest ½ Cup Pittman and Davis Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice Pink Food Coloring 2-3 Tbsp Powdered Sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine crust ingredients in a mixer, and process on medium speed…
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Continue ReadingSince premium honeybell season is just around the corner I would like to dedicate this post to it entirely. Honeybell got its name from its bell-like shape and honey-sweet flavor. It is usually thought of as an orange but it is actually the result of crossbreed pollination between a Duncan grapefruit and Dancy tangerine. Thanks to its parents, honeybells are prized for their unique and intense sweet, tart flavor and terrifically succulent, juicy flesh. Aside from their awesome taste, honeybells like other citrus fruits are packed with healthy vitamins and minerals that can boost our immune system and help our…
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Continue ReadingGrapefruits are a relatively large citrus fruit that comes in different colors and flavors. While white Grapefruits are more bitter, acidic, and possesses a strong flavor, the pink grapefruit variety is gentler in that it is less acrid and not as biting as its white counterpart. Some even say the pink grapefruit varieties are lightly sweet. On the other hand, the red grapefruits are on another level in that they are absolutely sweet, have shorter aftertaste, and a gentle flavor that is appealing to the palate. Bitter or Sweet? Grapefruits are in high demand now, but it wasn’t always the…
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Classic Negroni Cocktail Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingIf you are looking for a drink that perfectly interprets balance and simplicity then the classic Negroni cocktail is a must! It is simple to make, easy to drink, and a great adult beverage for any occasion. The unique flavor, slight bitterness, and refreshing quality make the classic Negroni drink well suited to a wide range of tastes. It is an appropriate drink for afternoon, night, or any setting from casual to elegant. What makes the Negroni exquisite is the orange twist used to finish the rim of the glass. This addition adds an aromatic element that softens the astringent…
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Continue ReadingAs kids, many of us grew up knowing how fun it is to play under the sun, run outdoors with friends, ride a bike, or climb trees to pick wonderfully tasty and healthy fruit treats. Those who grew up where citrus grows know the waft of clean, refreshing citrus blooms in summer. Another tropical fruit that stimulates memories of summer sweetness is the creamy, succulent mango. The mango is unique compared to other fruits in that it is sweet, tart, creamy, and has notes of floral aroma and juicy tropical fruit flavors. The texture of a ripe mango has been…
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Mango Sorbet Recipe
Recipe Type: Desserts and SweetsContinue ReadingIce cream, sorbet, gelato, sherbet…is there a real difference between them or does the difference end with how you pronounce them? Well, not all frozen goodies are made and created equal. Sorbet – is mainly made of water, fruits and sugar – it does not contain any dairy products. Sherbet – is a fruit-based frozen treat that is very much like sorbet but contains a little bit of milk. Ice cream – as per USDA requirement for the cold treat to be labeled as ice cream it must be sweet and contain 10 per cent milk fat that should be…