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Fruit-Filled Easter Delights!

Written on March 10, 2021.

Easter is just around the corner– it’s time to plan your Easter treats! Easter delights and fruit go hand in hand; try out these delicious fruit-filled Easter recipes on your menu:

Easter Fruit Salad

Ingredients:

1 cup of peaches
2 cups of pineapple
1 cup of apricots
1 cup of raspberries
2 medium kiwis
½ cup of uncooked couscous

Dressing Ingredients:

2 tbsp of honey
3 tbsp of fresh lime juice

Directions:

Peel and chop peaches, pineapple, and kiwi (if using fresh fruits)
Boil one cup of water and add the couscous — stir, cover, and remove from heat
Combine all the fruit and add to the cooled couscous
Whisk together the honey and lime juice — pour over fruit mixture and mix gently

Easter Egg Fruit Tart

Ingredients:

1 cup of almond butter
¼ cup of honey
2 tsp of vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups of dry oats
¾ cup of vanilla Greek yogurt
¾ cup of strawberries
¾ cup of blueberries
1 medium banana
¾ cup of green grapes

Directions:

Heat the almond butter, honey, salt, and vanilla in a microwave for about 20 seconds and stir until smooth.
Blend one cup of oats until finely chopped — set aside
Add the rest of the oats to the butter mixture and stir.
Slowly add blended oats to the mixture
Form Easter Egg-shaped ovals from the mixture
Spread each egg with greek yogurt and add the sliced fruit

Where does your fruit come from? Don’t forget to use the best for your customers this Easter with individually quick frozen fruits from Wawona!

Utilize Fruit with your Daily Breakfast Options!

Written on March 3, 2021.

Fruit is the perfect way to add a healthy helping of nutrients to your breakfast routine. Fresh fruit is also an amazing way to start your day with a burst of flavor! Here are our top picks for healthy, delicious ways of adding fruit to everyday breakfasts.

Cereal or Oatmeal – Try adding fresh strawberries, blueberries, or bananas to your morning oatmeal or cereal. The sweet and tangy flavor will have you hopping out of bed and savoring that extra boost of energy later!

Pancakes or French Toast – The only way to make pancakes and French toast even more delightful? Try adding sweet, fresh peaches to the mix.

Breakfast Parfaits – Parfaits are the pinnacle of getting a tart and delicious serving of fruit for breakfast. For the best parfait you’ve ever had, try this peach Nutella parfait recipe.

Looking for the best fruit supplier in your area? Wawona Frozen Foods serves retailers, restaurants, and other industries with a huge supply of products to keep you operating smoothly. Contact us today for your next order!

Incorporate Fruit Into Your Entrees!

Written on February 25, 2021.

Everyone wants to get the right amount of fruits into their diets. Aside from eating raw fruits, you might be lost on how to add these sweet treats into your entrees. It is easy to incorporate more healthy fruits into your dishes for your customers to enjoy.

Add Pears as a Pizza Topping

Pears on pizza are definitely not a traditional way to enjoy this entree, but it might quickly become your favorite. You can add pears and gorgonzola for a special treat. Onions, balsamic glaze, and pears are guaranteed to kick up your pizza.

Enjoy a Fruit Salsa

Salsa doesn’t have to be spicy! From peaches to strawberries, you can add these sweet fruits to your favorite salsa recipe to cool down this excellent side dish. Add some cinnamon for an out-of-this-world dessert.

Stir Fry Your Fruits

Stir fry is known for its vegetables, but why not add some fruit? You might want to try a ginger and plum stir fry for an exotic twist on this classic.

Fruits In Other Dishes

From strawberries to plums, there are numerous ways you can add these fruits to your entrees. You can try a fruit kabob on the grill to bring out the sweet flavors. An entree salad with a variety of peaches, plums, and strawberries works well with a tart balsamic dressing.

Thinking about adding more fruit into your menu? You can find a large selection of fruits from Wawona Frozen Foods!

Decadent Pear Desserts!

Written on February 19, 2021.

Are you looking for some different and delicious desserts to feed your family this year using healthy, fresh fruits like pears? These tasty pear based treats are far more nutritious than traditional desserts, and they are sure to leave both you and your loved ones feeling satisfied after only a single bite.

Pear Bundt Cake

Made with a mix of crispy sweet pears and syrup to ensure the cake doesn’t dry out, this pear bundt cake will have everybody asking for seconds when you serve it up at your next after-dinner get-together. And with no oil added into the batter, this tasty treat is also surprisingly low in fat.

Related: Delicious Fruit Popsicles!

Caramel Pear Pudding

This old-fashioned favorite pear dessert is unlikely to last long once it’s served, so make sure you grab your piece before it’s all gone. The pears mix deliciously with the caramel topping to create a dessert that packs a punch with its fresh, crispy sweetness.

Homemade Pear Pie

This homemade pear pie will be sure to delight your family and friends with its balanced texture combined with the sweet kick of fresh pears. Use it to impress at your next dinner party, or enter it into your next local baking contest to see how it holds up against the competition. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.

Are you looking for some top quality fresh fruit to use in your upcoming recipes? Take a look at Wawona Frozen Foods to learn more.

Delicious Fruit Popsicles!

Written on February 10, 2021.

Different Types

One great thing about frozen fruit popsicles is the abundance of flavors they come in. There’s a popsicle type to leave you satisfied no matter what you’re craving, which will attract all types of customers!

Good for Any Time of Year

Even if you think popsicles are more of a summertime treat, they remain delicious and accessible all year round. You can always take time to enjoy one of these tasty treats, even during the cooler seasons.

A Great Healthy Alternative for Dessert

While cakes and candies are great, fruit popsicles are a healthier alternative to get you your much needed sweet fix. Fresh frozen fruit is delicious and nutritious, so it packs the kind of punch that can leave your customers more satisfied than other sugary snacks.

Want to learn about where your business can get fresh frozen fruit of the best quality? Check out Wawona today to find out more.

The Benefits of Using Frozen Fruit

Written on February 4, 2021.

A lot of people avoid purchasing frozen fruit because they think it’s not as healthy as fresh fruit. However, this is not the case! Read on to learn about the benefits of frozen fruit in your menu items.

Less Spoilage

Did you know that we waste about 12 million tons of fruit each year? While fruit gets thrown out for a variety of reasons, a lot of people toss out their fruit because it spoils before they have the chance to eat it.

Most fresh fruit spoils in about a week. However, frozen fruit can be kept into your freezer for up to a year or more!

Just As Many Vitamins (Sometimes More)

Many people steer clear of frozen fruit because they think it’s stripped of vitamins. However, in a lot of cases, frozen fruit has more vitamins than fresh fruit. Frozen fruits are picked at peak ripeness, and because they’re frozen right away, they’re able to retain more nutrients than fresh fruit.

Use Whenever You Wish

When you purchase fresh fruit, you have to figure out ways to use it right away. This is not the case with frozen fruit, as it’ll last through the year.

Plus, there are all kinds of recipes you can whip up with frozen fruit.

IQF Food

Frozen fruit is also an IQF food, which means it’s cheaper, more nutritious, and longer-lasting. Plus, frozen fruit is always in season!

Looking to purchase some fruit products? Check out our selection at Wawona Frozen Foods!

How to Incorporate Fruit into Fresh Salads!

Written on January 28, 2021.

Incorporating fruit into a salad can be an excellent way to load up on nutrients while making a good salad even more delicious. Take a look at these mouthwatering ideas to add an exotic fruit accent to a salad for the perfect addition to any menu.

Apples – Apples are one of the most popular fruits to add to salads because they have a perfectly crisp texture that can transform a boring salad into a crunchy treat! Combine with greek yogurt and walnuts, and you have a tart salad that you will have to make again.

Pears – Adding pears to a green salad with balsamic vinaigrette can easily be added to your list of favorites. A touch of honey and parmesan cheese will set this recipe off perfectly with a balance of sweet and savory.

Strawberries – A salad that offers a delightful combination of sweet strawberries, poppy seeds, creamy goat cheese, and toasted walnuts will be a massive hit at any summer party.

Peaches – A white peach spinach salad can add a big burst of flavor with crunchy spinach, sweet honey dressing, and salty sunflower seeds.

Oranges – Oranges are the last fruit on our list that can make a variety of salads pop with citrus flavor. When combined with dried cranberries and sea salt, they can add an exotic accent to nearly any salad.

Looking for the best fruits for your restaurant or market? Find the best fruits and foodservice products at Wawona Frozen Foods!

Fabulous and Satisfying Fruit Sorbets!

Written on January 20, 2021.

For years, fruit sorbets have been a popular and refreshing way for consumers to cool down and enjoy a sweet treat. The many flavors, variations, and types of sorbet make this treat a fantastic alternative to traditional ice cream and other frozen desserts. Wawona Frozen Foods has great frozen fruit options to make delicious creations for your customers.

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Different Types of Fruit Sorbet

Everyone has a different taste for the kind of fruit they might want in their sorbet. All variations provide a diverse palette of flavor for any mood or occasion.

Peaches

Made with fresh frozen peaches, this flavor of sorbet is a customer favorite. Peaches come in a variety of variations, ensuring a fresh selection year-round.

Strawberries

As another popular selection for sorbet flavors, various strawberry sizes are picked from conventional and organic farms for the perfect treat!

Pears

The consistency and soft nature of pears make them a wonderful and original choice for fruit sorbets.

Plums

The bright and fun color of plums makes this not only a fun sorbet to eat, but to look at!

Refreshing Ice Cream Alternative

Ice cream can be heavy on the stomach, especially for those with lactose intolerance. Fruit sorbets are made from a refreshing blend of fruits and ice, making it lighter than traditional frozen treats.

Are you looking for fresh-frozen fruits for your fruit sorbet creations? Wawona Frozen Foods provides the perfect selection of fruits, no matter what you have a taste for!

Scrumptious Fruit Tarts!

Written on January 14, 2021.

Fruit tarts are an amazingly delicious dessert that will satisfy almost any sweet tooth while keeping things light! The hallmark of a scrumptious fruit tart is the balance of flavors that come from a light creamy filling, crumbly cookie-like crust, and of course, a tart fruit such as fresh raspberries or a peach glaze. Fruit tarts are an excellent choice for a healthy dessert that won’t be too filling. Below are some of the most mouthwatering types of fruit tarts.

Types of Fruit Tarts:

Authentic French Fruit Tart – This tart will transport you to the Parisian streets lined with bakeries! A French tart consists of a pastry crust, vanilla cream filling, fresh fruit of your choosing (strawberries are never wrong), and a fruit tart glaze.

Chocolate Strawberry Tart – This elegant dessert is a great way to impress company. The recipe calls for a dangerous combination of chocolate custard, chocolate dough, strawberries, and sea salt.

Peach Blueberry tart – This tart has a graham cracker crust, traditional cream or custard filling, and a perfect combination of peaches and blueberries.

Pomegranate and Pear Tart – This exotic tart features a pistachio shortbread crust, cream filling, and an irresistible mixture of pear and pomegranate.

Pear Cranberry Tart – This festive tart is a perfect holiday choice with a classic dough crust, creamy filling, and layers of fresh pear slices and cranberry glaze.

Looking for more pastry recipes or fresh fruit provisions for your bakery or business? Wawona provides the highest quality fruit products to their customers. Contact us today!

Fabulous Fruit Pie Delights

Written on January 7, 2021.

No matter the time of year, a fruit pie is a great way to end any meal. The best thing about fruit pies is that fruit pies can use fresh or frozen fruit, unlike other baked goods. With over 185 million pies sold every year, it’s easy to see why this is a favorite dessert.

Since 1945, Wawona has held the firm belief that freezing fresh fruit allows for optimum color, sweetness, and texture. That means that unlike canned fruit, Wawona’s frozen fruit will mimic fresh-picked fruit and is perfect for pies all year round.

Strawberry Pie
Traditionally a summer favorite sometimes served with rhubarb or whipped cream. These pies are known to be open-topped, meaning they only require a bottom crust.

Peach Pie
Normally a two-crust style pie, but sometimes it is made with a crumble topping. This sweet pie is a southern favorite where peach trees grow in the warmer weather and are excellent picnic pies.

Mixed Berry Pie
A winter favorite. This pie also makes use of a top and bottom crust. Commonly you will find blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries in any combination in a mixed berry pie. Normally a hearty pie served with whipped cream or ice cream.

To find out why frozen fruit is better than fresh, check out Wawona for all of your fruit needs.

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