StPete.LocallyGrown.net

As this online Market unites urban chemical-free growers and local health-conscious consumers within the St. Petersburg Community, this blog builds more community commitment to improve our health as we share experiences with the chemical-free produce and products we obtain from the Market. All are welcome to post relevant feedback on experiences related to preparing this fresh produce for your table. Through sharing we teach one another new options for a healthier diet.

Friday, August 23, 2013

Plump & Plentiful Pluots!

The pluots on our Market this week were amazing and many are ripe despite having been stored in the refrigerator. A pluot is a hybrid stone fruit which is 3/4 plum and 1/4 apricot. I have had to cook some of mine as I could

not keep up with them. I made something similar to an apple sauce (stew then puree) to use in baking and I also stewed some just slightly to serve warm and topped with Greek yogurt. To me they taste like rhubarb so if you are into rhubarb pie, I bet they would be the perfect substitute! A crisp would be wonderful as well… Here are some great recipes for pluots, including Pluot Crostini with Goat Cheese. YUM!