Avocado Pesto Pizza Recipe & Avocado Holidays

[1] Avocado pizza with homemade avocado pesto. The recipe is below (photos #1 and #5 © California Avocado Commission). [2] Hass avocados (photo © Hass Avocado Board). [3] Avocado pizza with Serrano ham. The difference between Serrano and Prosciutto hams (photo © Avocados From Chile). [5] Grilled pizza with avocado, fig, and Prosciutto. Here’s the…
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Try A New (But Ancient) Spice: Hilba a.k.a. Fenugreek

[1] A jar of hilba, also called fenugreek (photos #1 and #2 © Pereg). [2] The seeds can be purchased whole (photo #3) or ground. [3] The seeds grow in pods. You can grow the plant at home (photo © Luscious Green Balcony).   [4] A bunch of fresh fenugreek leaves, ready for salads or…
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For July 4th: A Red, White & Blue Hot Dog Pizza Recipe

In addition to hot dogs on the grill, here’s something different for July 4th week: a red, white, and blue pizza. You can also make the pizza on the grill (here’s how). When you don’t want a red, white, and blue theme, use white waxy potatoes instead of the blue variety. Or, ditch the sliced…
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A Donut / Doughnut Hole Trifle Recipe For National Donut Day

June 7th, National Donut Day, is an occasion to grab a donut, especially when chains like Dunkin’ are giving one free with the purchase of a beverage. But we have a better idea: a donut hole trifle recipe. This easy recipe also counts as food fun. It delights children and adults alike. Although the recipe…
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