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Plumcots and pluots are both hybrids of a plum and an apricot, and are relative newcomers to the summer stone fruit club. Plumcots, a 50-50 cross between plums and apricots, were developed by horticulturist Luther Burbank. The name “pluot” was trademarked by plant geneticist Floyd Zaiger, who originated the hybrid fruit (75% plum and 25% apricot) about 20 years ago.
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Beets are wonderful in salads, but have you ever tried tucking them into a sandwich, folding them into a casserole, or pureeing them into your dessert?
Keep reading to get recipes for Beets & Melted Brie on Toast, a creamy pasta bake and chili (and beet) spiked brownies.
Here’s one to bookmark for a quick, refreshing salad: Moroccan Beets & Herb Salad with Yogurt Dressing. This recipe is made with ready-to-eat Love Beets dipped in a mild vinegar, which are tossed with tender spinach, flavorful fresh herbs and a creamy, spiced yogurt dressing to tie it all together.
The best part? It comes together in 10 minutes. Keep reading for the easy recipe!
Love Beets is a line of unique, cooked fresh baby beets that started out of the United Kingdom in 2010 and recently became available in the United States on the West Coast. A premium beet, they are the perfect “ready-to-serve” salad topper, side dish or healthy snack.
Love Beets are newly available in our produce section. Why does everyone at Mollie Stone’s adore Love Beets? Let us count the ways:
No need to plan ahead: Sure, you can roast beets at home. ..read moreLooking for a fun dessert for your 4th of July celebration? Our Stars & Stripes Cake is both patriotic and delicious, and kids love to help prepare it.
The base is any 9” x 13” cake, which means that you can use a mix or whip up your favorite family recipe. We’re planning to make a yellow cake this year, but vanilla, chocolate or any other would be equally delicious because the frosting is a simple, slightly-sweetened whipped cream.
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We’re turning up the heat this summer with July’s featured sub, the Kickin’ Chicken Sub. Each ingredient has a great spice to it:
Chipotle Chicken Breast, infused with the deep, rich smokiness of chipotle peppers and layered with habanero chili powder. 3 Pepper Colby Jack, which combines jalapeno, chipotle and habanero peppers. Honey Mustard, with a touch of horseradish added to freshly ground mustard seeds and golden honey.It sounds intense, but not to worry – we cool things down with fresh tomato slices ..read more