If 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…
Recipes
Recipes
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Grapefruit Chicken Recipe
Recipe Type: Meats and Main CoursesContinue ReadingWhen first cultivated in the United States in 1823, grapefruit was less than popular because of the acidic nature of the fruit and its bitter flavor. At the time, other citrus fruits like oranges and mandarins, with their sweet flavors and lower levels of acidity, were far more sought after. It was only upon the discovery of the much sweeter pink grapefruit that people started taking a liking to the fruit. All thanks to the hard working – and persistent – Texans who, even after the entire nation had shunned the tangy grapefruit, still doggedly planted the tree. Now we…
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Continue ReadingPear is an Old World fruit with an obscure origin. Some believe it originated from China, in the foothills of the Tian Shan Mountains, while others claim that it was from Western Europe or North Africa. What we can say for sure is that this crunchy, delicious and juicy fruit is native to coastal and mildly temperate parts of the Old World and that it has been cultivated for more than 3000 years. Pear trees were first planted in North America in 1630 by English Puritan John Endicott, the first governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, who was tasked to…
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Bartlett Pear Martini Recipe
Recipe Type: Drinks and CocktailsContinue ReadingThe martini is perhaps the most famous of cocktails. Combining this classic drink with delicious Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears creates a flavorful new spin on an old favorite. The Bartlett Pear Martini is lightly sweet and with a little preparation ahead of time, very easy to make. Bartlett Pear Martini Recipe Preparation Times: 45 minutes for Bartlett Pear puree / 5 Minutes for drink Bartlett Pear Puree 3 Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears, peeled, halved, and cored 6 teaspoons Honey 1 teaspoon brown sugar Preheat your oven to 350F. Arrange peeled, halved, and cored Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears…
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Continue ReadingPittman & Davis Bartlett Pears Are a delicious snack on their own, but they also make a fantastic addition to salads. This easy but sophisticated salad combines the sweet delicate flavor of of Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pears with the rich, creamy taste of blue cheese. The included dressing recipe adds the ideal finishing touch to this healthful dish. Bartlett Pear And Blue Cheese Salad Recipe Preparation Time: 15 min. Ready In: 15 min. Salad Ingredients 1 Pittman & Davis Bartlett Pear, cored and sliced ¼ inch thick 1 bag mixed salad greens (10 ounces) ½ cup sliced red onion…
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Baked Onion Dip Recipe
Recipe Type: Dips and CondimentsContinue ReadingOnions may be relatively small, but they add big flavor to numerous dishes. Onions are used for everything from appetizers to main entrées. Onions can be sweet, savory, and are great either raw or cooked. Before we move on to our recipe for today, let us talk about onions a bit more. The origin of our beloved onion is actually a bit obscure. Botanists, herbalist, and even archeologists have a hard time pinpointing exactly where and when onions were first discovered and used. The delicate nature of the onion’s flesh leaves little physical evidence behind. Most experts agree that onions…
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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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Grandma’s Onion Rings Recipe
Recipe Type: Snacks and SidesContinue ReadingIn a time where everything is fast-paced and so many parts of life are automated and streamlined, it is easier to get fast food than make time to prepare and cook dishes in our own homes. I think this is the main reason why we are so obsessed with grandma’s cooking; it is so hard to get our hands on simple yet tasty and nutritious home cooked meals that are prepared, made, and served with love and years of experience making them extra special. Grandma’s cooking also reminds us of our fun childhood memories that we seldom and often do…
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Continue ReadingSummer season has begun and there are tons of fun outdoor activities and adventures out there waiting for us. Summer may be sweltering hot, but there is no reason to deny ourselves the pleasure of enjoying summer. Beat the heat with a Fresh Pineapple Peach Smoothie that is both refreshing and oh so yummy! Aside from its amazing taste, it is wonderfully healthful. This smoothie is not only good, it is good for the body. Trivia Pineapples are neither pines nor apples. Pineapples are yellow-fleshed, aromatic fruits consisting of coalesced berries. They are thought to have originated in Brazil and…
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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…