Day: June 27, 2014

JULY 4TH RECIPE: Red, White & Blue Shortcake

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This July 4th special from berry specialist Driscoll’s has a special taste twist: lime whipped cream. You get to clebrate the summer bounty of berries with this oversized mixed berry shortcake, while parading its patriotic colors. The whipped cream is subtly flavored with lime zest for a bright complement to the sweet berries and tender…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Orange Blossom Water

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Orange blossom water is a by-product of distilling orange blossoms for oil. Look for the Cortas brand. Photo courtesy Cortas.   June 27th is National Orange Blossom Day. The small, white, delicate blossoms, once a favorite flower in bridal bouquets, are used to make orange blossom water (also called orange flower water), a clear, aromatic…
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