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December
December is a month full of delicious seasonal produce, and plenty of opportunities to use it! Take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables in your baked goods and holiday dishes. Fresh citrus also makes a lovely holiday gift. Fill an attractive bowl or basket with fresh oranges, grapefruit, mandarins or a combination of a few varieties.
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Holidays
ChanukahTry a new twist on traditional dishes by adding fresh fruits and vegetables. This year, instead of regular potato latkes, add winter squash or sweet potatoes.
ChristmasThere are plenty of fun Christmas traditions to be found in the produce aisle. Bring home some fresh chestnuts for roasting, or gather the ingredients for fresh mulled cider. Pomanders make lovely and fragrant holiday decorations. Make your own by studding a fresh orange with whole cloves.
- Smoked Turkey Salad with Almonds
- Sweet Meringue Pie
- Mexican Style Salad
- Pear and Raspberry Crisp
- Fancy Ham Wrapped Fruit
- Pumpkin Cake with Rum Sauce
- Corn and Carrot Pudding
- Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies
- Honey Basted Turkey
- Peach Strudel with Vanilla Sauce
- Roasted Beef Tenderloin
- Apple Pie with Pecan Topping
- Vegetable Herb Stew
- Asparagus and Squash Rings
- Texas Pecan Pie
- Chocolate Pecan Pie
- Acorn Squash with Honey Fig Filling
- Peach Souffles
- Chicken Noodle Soup
- Three Glazed Ham
After a late night of celebrating, you'll want something that is substantial, yet refreshing. Treat yourself to something rich, complemented with something light. If you have a sweet tooth, have a fresh baked pastry with fresh fruit. If you prefer savory foods, have an omelet filled with sauted fresh vegetables. Of course, some good quality coffee or tea is in order to celebrate the first morning of the New Year!
New Year's EveWhen planning your New Year's party foods, make the produce aisle your first stop. There is nothing so delicious as homemade bruschetta topped with fresh tomatoes and basil, or the perfect pairing of fresh fruits and cheeses. Create your own New Year's cocktails using fresh squeezed fruit juice as a mixer, and fresh fruit as a garnish.
- Spicy Cauliflower Soup
- Shrimp Scampi Flambe
- Citrus Fruit Salad
- Winter Squash and Cranberries
- Bourbon Mint Carrots
- Honey Mustard Meatballs
- Chocolate Coffee Tiramisu
- Salmon with Tamarind Sauce
- Black Bean Sauce with Vegetables
- Lamb Strudel
- Egg Rolls
- Strawberry Cake
- Baked Garlic Shrimp
- Chocolate Cream Pudding
- Crispy Fried Squid
- Crab Dip
- Apple Cake with Cinnamon
- Tarte Tatin
- Tomato and Spinach Pasta
- Vegetable Ravioli with Spicy Vinaigrette
