My next produce item belongs to the onion family, but closely resembles garlic. Shallots can either be used fresh or pickled. Studies show that due to shallots having a high content of antioxidant compounds, they have been known to help reduce various cancers. Studies also show that shallots have been...
Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler
An old-fashioned cobbler, in my opinion, is much better when fresh produce is used. This next recipe is a healthier version of peach cobbler because it uses whole-wheat flour for the biscuit top. The fresh, sweet, juicy peaches are the star of the show, so whether you are using the...
Health Benefits of Peaches
Another July produce item and a favorite of mine are peaches. Peaches are small fruits with a fuzzy outside and a sweet flesh inside. They are related to plums, apricots, cherries, and almonds. Peaches are filled with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They also contain smaller amounts of magnesium, phosphorus, iron,...
15 Summer Salad Recipes
My go-to meals in the summer when the heat is scorching and I just don’t want to turn on the oven are salads!! Salads are extremely versatile and can really have anything in them that you love. I’m always experimenting with new dressings, ingredients, and lettuces. The options are really...
Healthy Pluot Recipes
When searching for pluot recipes, I came across so many delicious options. I couldn’t just choose one recipe, so I’m sharing the link with a bunch of different pluot recipes, including everything from breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and dessert!! http://www.kingsburgorchards.com/recipes-pluots
Health Benefits of a Pluot
The next produce item might be a name you haven’t heard of before, but it’s one that has many health benefits. A pluot is a hybrid fruit that was created by a man by the name of Floyd Zaiger. The name comes from the two fruits that it originates from,...
Spicy Roasted Plums
A little summertime dessert option that is light and easy to prepare. Roasting plums is a great way to bring out their flavors and all the spices to really soak in. Spicy Roasted Plums can be served alone or with a side of vanilla yogurt. http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/267749/spicy-roasted-plums/
Health Benefits of Plums
The next July produce item are plums. Plums belong to the Rosaceae family which include peaches, apricots, and nectarines. There are over 2,000 varieties of plums and they come in many colors. Plums are full of many health benefits as listed below. Plums are a great choice for boosting immunity...
Health Benefits of Green Beans
There are so many different varieties of beans, but today I’m talking green beans. Green beans, also called snap beans or string beans, are extremely versatile and can be prepared many different ways. Fresh green beans have the most nutrition, they should be stored in a plastic bag in the...
Summer Tomato Salad
Summer is in full swing, so take advantage of the fresh produce with this next recipe. Summer Tomato Salad is the perfect recipe that is light as well as refreshing. If your tomatoes are not garden ready yet, don’t worry they are popping up in all the stores and farmer’s...