Once 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…
Rio Ruby Red Grapefruit
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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…
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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…
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Continue 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…
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Continue ReadingRuby Red Grapefruit Mulled Wine With the cold nights of winter upon us and Christmas festivities in full swing, nothing beats a spicy, steaming glass of mulled wine to warm your nights and uplift the spirits of your holiday parties. The delicious smell of the mulled wine is enough to…
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Continue ReadingCitrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits are known for their nutritional value. But did you know that, aside from eating or juicing the fruits, you can also use the peel and other parts of the fruit? The peels of citrus fruits can be used to make effective cleaning solutions that…
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Continue ReadingThe Mojito is one of the oldest known cocktails. Some stories contend that in the late 1500s, Sir Francis Drake having learned of a blend of rum, sugarcane, mint, and lime while in Cuba, prescribed the concoction to his sailing crew to prevent scurvy (he was probably a very popular…
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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…
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Continue ReadingDid you know that grapefruit (the wonder-fruit) which is known for its powerful health benefits, was initially treated like a pariah among other citrus fruits when introduced to the United States? Grapefruit was first discovered in the 18th century in the Caribbean as the result of an accidental hybrid between…
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Continue 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.…