Contents tagged with Fruit

  • Pineapple

    Peeling and Coring Pineapple | CHEFS Mix

    March 30, 2013

    If you have read the CHEFS In Season this month, you know the feature ingredient is Pineapple. Sweet, juicy pineapple. It is a delicious addition to sweet, savory and spicy recipes. But the tough exterior of the pineapple can be a challenge to get through. Today, we are looking at two ways to peel and core a pineapple: using a pineapple corer and using an old-fashioned serrated knife. See how you can peel and core a pineapple in under a minute.

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    Tags: Fruit, Pineapple

    Categories: Product Place, Tips & Advice

  • Figs Glorious Figs

    Figs | CHEFS Mix

    March 1, 2013

    Black Genoa figs are quite dark, with red and white seeds inside, and they are by far the most common variety you will find in stores. Adriatic figs are better enjoyed dried and Brown Turkey figs are large, dark purple figs that tend to be extremely juicy. Both these types are usually avoided in cooking. Finally, Mission figs are known for their chewy texture, Calimyrna figs stand out thanks to their sweet flavor and Kadota figs feature a light green color and ten to be a little less sweet than the other varieties. Try these simple fig recipes for dinner tonight!

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    Tags: Figs, Fruit

    Categories: Food & Recipes