Healthy but full of flavor, these low-calorie treats will brighten up your next luncheon or shower. To make them a bit more substantial, add some shredded chicken and watch how fast they vanish! Tuck each one into a colorful napkin for a lively visual presentation. Ingredients: 2 Pittman & Davis Pears, diced ½ c. celery, thinly sliced ½ c. seedless red grapes, halved 2 Tbsp. walnuts, finely chopped 2 Tbsp. lemon yogurt 2 tbsp. mayonnaise ⅛ tsp. poppy seeds 10 mini pitas, halved Lettuce leaves, for garnish Directions: In large bowl combine pears, celery, grapes, and walnuts. In another bowl,…
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Continue ReadingLooking for a wholesome snack? These slow-roasted pears provide a gluten-free alternative to crackers when served with cheese and are super-tasty besides! An easy and delicious way to use up extra pears, these make a great portable lunch snack as well. Ingredients: Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears Ground cinnamon (optional) Maple syrup (optional) Directions: Pre-heat oven to 225° Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a sharp chef’s knife, slice the unpeeled pears very thin lengthwise. Leave plain, toss with cinnamon or cinnamon sugar, or brush slices with maple syrup if desired. Bake pear slices in pre-heated oven 1½…
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Continue ReadingFall is coming, and fall fruit peared – er, that is, paired! – with sweet cinnamon is always a fragrant treat. So simple and yummy, these warm and buttery chopped pears are delicious when served with your favorite granola as a topping for vanilla ice cream. Use any type of pear, or substitute an Orchard Fresh Apple. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 Pittman & Davis Pear (Bartlett, Comice, D’Anjou, etc.) 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter ¼ tsp. cinnamon ¼ c. granola 2 scoops vanilla ice cream Directions: In a small sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat; add chopped pears. Cook until softened…
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Continue ReadingFresh, fragrant, summer-tasting nectarines shine in this moist, delicious cake. And because nectarine skins are so thin, you don’t even have to peel them first! Serve warm with a scoop of your favorite ice cream for a delightful dessert. Ingredients: 4 Pittman & Davis Nectarines, sliced into 1½” thick wedges 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. sugar 1 tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. salt 1 c. buttermilk ½ c. unsalted butter, melted and divided 2 large eggs ½ c. brown sugar, packed Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350° In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In a…
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Continue ReadingGive richly flavored chicken thighs a tropical spin with sweet pineapple! Juicy, rich, and delicious, the pineapple-maple sauce is splendid over hot brown rice. Ingredients: 1 can (20 oz.) unsweetened pineapple tidbits 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs ¾ tsp. salt ½ tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning 2 tsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. maple syrup Hot cooked brown rice Directions: Drain pineapple well, reserving ¼ cup juice. Sprinkle chicken with seasonings. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown thighs on both sides. Remove from pan. In same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add drained pineapple; cook…
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Continue ReadingSweet watermelon balances out the tartness of the lime juice in this refreshing, thirst-quenching summer drink that’s perfect for picnics, outdoor barbecues, or hanging out poolside or on the porch. Ingredients: 8 c. Pittman & Davis watermelon, cubed 1 c. freshly squeezed lime juice ½ c. sugar Lime slices, for garnish Directions: Place half of the watermelon cubes in a blender and process until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve set over a large bowl; discard solids. Repeat with remaining watermelon cubes. (You should end up with about a quart of watermelon juice). Add lime juice and sugar to watermelon…
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Continue ReadingWhat can get more summery than a salad loaded with sliced nectarines and sprinkled with a raspberry vinaigrette? This colorful, sumptuous salad comes together and brightens up any meal. Toasted pine nuts add a bit of crunch. You can even use Pittman & Davis Peaches in place of the Nectarines if you prefer! Ingredients: For the salad: 3 Pittman & Davis Nectarines, sliced 4 c. fresh arugula or baby spinach 4 c. torn Bibb or Boston lettuce 2 Tbsp. pine nuts, toasted 2 Tbsp. crumbled blue cheese For the dressing: 2 Tbsp. raspberry vinegar 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. Dijon…
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Continue ReadingPerfect for fall evenings, this hearty casserole has all the rich flavor of French onion soup. The cheese-topped mashed potatoes over the filling beef and onion combo makes for a satisfying weeknight meal. You can double the recipe and freeze a batch for a later night, too! Ingredients: 2 large Pittman & Davis Onions, halved and thinly sliced 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 lb. ground beef 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 can (14½ oz.) reduced-sodium beef broth 2 Tbsp. brandy or additional reduced-sodium beef broth 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp. stone-ground mustard 3 c. mashed potatoes…
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Pittman & Davis Mango Bread
Recipe Type: Breads and PastriesContinue ReadingFor a tropical twist on traditional banana bread, opt for this mango-infused version! Spiced with cinnamon and ginger, bursting with sweet chunks of mango and plump golden raisins, and with a subtle zing of lime zest, this moist and flavorful summer treat will instantly transport you to a sandy beach with blue waves washing up on the shore! For a bit of crunch, chopped nuts to the batter. Ingredients: 1 large Pittman & Davis Tropical Mangoes, peeled, pitted and diced (about 2 cups) 3 large eggs ¾ c. canola oil 2½ c. all-purpose flour 1 c. sugar 1 tsp. baking…
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Pittman & Davis Watermelon Salad
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingOn hot, sultry summer days when everything seems too heavy, prepare this refreshing salad! It’s full of sweet and cool watermelon, cucumber and mint leaves, while the avocado and feta cheese add a savory touch. A lime-garlic vinaigrette dressing adds zing. For extra bite, toss in some sliced hot pepper! Ingredients: For the salad: 5 c. Pittman & Davis Watermelon, cubed 1 c. English cucumber, diced ¼ c. red onions, thinly sliced ⅓ c. feta cheese, crumbled 1 avocado, cubed ⅓ c. mint leaves, torn ½ jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced, optional Sea salt, to taste For the dressing:…