Summer Fruit
Posted on June 15, 2009. Filed Under Articles
Farad Jon Be a Magyar Konyhaba! Let me first mention the Harrisburg Verhovay Branch 336 Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday July 11 at Sunset Golf Course in Middletown, PA. The picnic after the golf will be at Cibort Park which is down by the river. Don’t forget the WPA Golf the following weekend in Pittsburgh at Quicksilver Golf Club in Midway, PA. Here’s the monthly trivia…In 1881 what did James Logan create for us to all enjoy? As always the answer waits at the end of the column.
It’s time to enjoy one of the things that summertime has to offer which is fresh fruit. Chef Vilmos and I came up with some great recipes using peaches, cherries, strawberries and blueberries. Just remember that the fruits mentioned are great to eat alone as a snack with great nutritional value. Vitamins A & C along with Iron and Calcium are present in all four fruits. They are fat free but do contain natural sugars so you do have to watch how much you consume. I like my fruit picked fresh and still warm from the sunshine. Let me give you some tips when preparing fresh fruit for a snack or dessert.
First, wash all fruit to remove any soil or small insects that might be present. When drying the fruit after washing remember the more delicate the fruit the more finesse you must use. I like to let berries rest on paper towels to dry then use them in my favorite.
Only pick the fruit you will be eating or cooking with. It’s better to keep the fruit on its natural vine to retain flavor rather than your kitchen table or the refrigerator.
Use any bruised pieces of fruit for fillings or sauces and save a few good pieces for garnish.
When making anything with fresh peaches try blanching them first in hot water then plunging in an ice bath. They will peel easier and won’t brown as much because the enzymes have been denatured.
I’ve added more recipes this month so enjoy and have fun. Trivia Answer…James Logan crossed a red raspberry with a blackberry to create a loganberry which is heartier hybrid of the berry family. Loganberries are very popular in Europe and with vegetarians. Have a great month and see you in Harrisburg!
Jo etvagyat, Chef Bela
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