Adapted from beetsandpotatoes.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 4 cups potatoes and radishes, thinly sliced (about ⅛-inch thick) 1 medium onion, very thinly sliced 2 tablespoon melted butter 1 …
Sweetie Apple
When Edina or Patsy, the characters from the BBC show AbFab, called anyone "sweetie," it just meant trouble. In contrast, the Sweetie apple, a Gala/Braeburn cross, is nothing but sweet, wholesome …
Autumn Crisp Apple
Developed at the famous Upstate New York Cornell Research Station, the Autumn Crisp lives up to its name—snap crackle pop—an extra crisp red apple. Also, slow to brown—so will hold up in salads. …
Will I Get Plastic in My Box?
Here at The FruitGuys, we work hard to make sustainable choices. We started packing our farm-fresh fruit in reusable boxes printed with water-based inks and constructed of approximately …
Marty’s Angels!
No, it’s not a new TV series—Marty’s “angels” are Angelcots, a special variety of apricots grown exclusively by Marty Maggiore and his family in Brentwood (Contra Costa County), CA. Every year, at …
Oven-Fried Peppers, Hot or Sweet
Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan INGREDIENTS 2 large or 4–6 small hot or sweet peppers sliced into ¼- to ½-inch rings 2 tablespoons olive oil 2–3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced into small …
Popping Red Flint Corn
Adapted from baianicchia.blogspot.com Red Flint corn makes great popcorn; however, when freshly harvested, only about 40 percent of kernels will pop. To increase popping efficiency, let the corn …
Sautéed Green or Yellow Beans
Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 1 pound green beans or yellow wax beans 3–4 cloves garlic, minced One small onion, thinly sliced Three tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to …
Pink Lady Apple
Pink Lady apples are refined and sweet. Their skin ranges from pinky-yellow to red with a green blush. Under it all, creamy flesh, sweet and tart with a honey taste. They all have the poise of a lady. …
Ida Red Apple
Ida Red apples are the darlings of the apple world. The Ida comes from Idaho where they were conceived at the Idaho Agricultural Experimental Station. It's a cross between a Jonathan and a Wagener—and …
Empire Apple
New York is the Empire State and apples are the state fruit. These babies had Red Delicious and McIntosh apples for parents. …
Buckeye Gala Apple: Health Benefits and Selection Guide
Buckeye Gala apples, known for their vibrant red color and sweet taste, are an offshoot of the popular Gala apple variety. In this blog, we'll dive into their history, nutritional value, culinary …
Arkansas Black Apple
Arkansas Black apples are heirloom apples known for their exquisite flavor. They are thought to be a descendant of the Winesap apple. With striking ebony-red skin and dense ivory flesh, Arkansas …
September Wonder Fuji Apple
Bred by the famous Stark Brothers, The September Wonder also goes by Jubilee. September Fuji is an early Fuji—which is great for those who anxious for the Fuji season to begin. …
Fresh Fruit Storage and Ripening Tips
Here are some basic storage and ripening guidelines for fresh fruit. Most fruits are best kept in a cool, dry place, such as on a countertop away from sunlight and heat. Humidity can speed up the …
Not Your Momma’s Coleslaw
Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 small head green cabbage or other cabbage 4 large carrots, shredded 1 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves ¾ cup mayonnaise, low-fat is …
Kohlrabi and Baby Broccoli with Lemon Sauce
Adapted from bbcgoodfood.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch baby broccoli (ends trimmed and discarded), cut into bite-sized pieces 1 kohlrabi bulb, stems removed, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced …
What’s the Difference Between a “Hybrid” Fruit and a “GMO?”
Q: What is a GMO? A: A GMO, or Genetically Modified Organism, has had its DNA altered via genetic engineering to make it more disease, pest, or chemical resistant, or to include desirable …
Easy Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
Adapted from southernfood.about.com INGREDIENTS Two portobello mushroom stems removed (gills optional, depending on preference) One tablespoon olive oil, butter, or a combo of both One …
Monster Cot
Monster Cot is a trademarked name for one of the earliest and largest and the reddest apricots in all the land. When the monsters hear that Monster Cots will be in their boxes they gnash their …
