Introducing 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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Continue ReadingGrapefruits are considered to be a relative newcomer to the citrus clan and are a hybrid mutation between a pomelo and sweet orange. Said to have originated from Barbados, the fruit was named grapefruit because of the way the fruits grow in clusters like the grapes. Grapefruits were first introduced to the United States at Safety Harbor, Florida in 1823 by Count Odet Philippe. At first, people considered grapefruits as a novelty item and usually cringed at the bitter-tart taste of the white-variety grapefruits, which were the only varieties available at the time. Thanks to the discovery of Ruby Red…
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Fresh Grapefruit Cake Recipe
Recipe Type: Breads and PastriesContinue ReadingOnce thought as the forbidden fruit, Grapefruit wasn’t a very popular fruit when it was first introduced to the Americas mostly because of its acrid taste and not so appetizing white color. It was introduced to the market a few times – all unsuccessful – until the Red variety was discovered in 1906. The sweet and less acidic Ruby Red variety was such a success that it got patented in 1929. This variety breathed life into the flagging grapefruit industry. Fun Facts: Grapefruits can help you keep hydrated as it contains 92% water. More bitter than that of oranges, the…
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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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Continue ReadingOur Pittman & Davis Cara Cara Oranges have the perfect zesty sweetness to turn a traditional margarita into a citrus lover’s delight. Stir up a batch of these for your next celebration, game day or night in. How to make a Cara Cara Margarita Ingredients: 2 ounces of fresh Pittman & Davis Cara Cara orange juice 1 ounce orange liquor (i.e. triple sec) 1 1/2 ounces tequila Juice of ½ lime A saucer of kosher salt Cara Cara Orange wedges and mint leaves for garnish Instructions: Use a lime slice to wet the rim of your glass, then dip into…
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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 ReadingIt’s hard not to love Honeybell tangelos once you’ve had a taste of one. This bell-shaped treat is only available for a very limited time between late January and early February, and fans of the fruit are known to reserve their orders weeks or months in advance from their suppliers. This super-sweet, super-juicy citrus can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It’s nice to eat out of hand since its loose skin is very easy to peel. Just make sure you have a napkin nearby. It also makes for a perfect compliment for a lot of desserts like vanilla…
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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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Continue ReadingThis easy and refreshing Grapefruit Margarita recipe make 4 drinks and uses super-sweet Pittman & Davis Ruby Red Grapefruits. Stir up a batch today and enjoy! Ingredients 1 lime cut into wedges kosher salt 1 cup Pittman & Davis Ruby Red Grapefruit juice ½ cup fresh lime juice 1 cup triple sec, or other orange liqueur 2 cups ice 1 cup tequila Preparation Wet glass rims with a lime wedge and dip into a saucer filled with kosher salt to salt the rim. Combine Pittman & Davis Ruby Red Grapefruit juice, lime juice, orange liqueur, tequila, and ice in a…
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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…