Apples. Oranges. Bananas. In any given year, about 65 percent of Americans will eat at least one banana. Sixty-three percent will have had apples and 51 percent will have eaten oranges. Yet how many people do you know who've had an ackee fruit or jackfruit? There are tons of wild fruits out there and plenty of strange delights that you can find at the store too. If you … [Read more...] about Wacky fruits that might tickle your taste buds (or put you in a coma)
Recipes
Warm up with picadillo and fried plantains
Picadillo is a classic comfort food across Latin America, the Caribbean and the Philippines, and on a cold winter night, a hot bowl of this fragrant beef stew makes a fantastic meal that everyone will enjoy.Ingredients are easy to find, the prep is simple, it reheats well and tastes even better the next day. Sweet fried plantain slices are a perfect … [Read more...] about Warm up with picadillo and fried plantains
Blueberry buckle: A quick and easy anytime cake
This sweet, tender cake comes together in minutes and can be eaten for dessert, as a breakfast coffee cake or even a sweet snack. Fresh blueberries are perfect, but you can also use frozen berries -- just bake for a few extra minutes to make sure the cake is done all the way through. The streusel topping adds some satisfying texture and contrast to the fluffy cake and soft … [Read more...] about Blueberry buckle: A quick and easy anytime cake
Mexican Sweet Corn Salad
Inspired by Mexican elote, this corn salad makes great use of late summer sweet corn with tangy lime juice and flavorful poblano peppers. Add jalapeno peppers for extra spice or chipotle chili powder for a smoky kick. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 ears fresh sweet corn, shucked with kernels removed (about 3 cups fresh kernels)Kosher salt2 ounces crumbled cotija cheese3 … [Read more...] about Mexican Sweet Corn Salad
Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy
In honor of American Heart Month, here is a recipe that adheres to guidelines for a heart-healthy meal and is also delicious: roasted balsamic chicken with baby tomatoes. According to a story on the Cleveland Clinic's website that included an interview with a preventive cardiology nutrition expert, a heart-healthy recipe should pay attention to fat and carbohydrates, use … [Read more...] about Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy