Killer App: Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines


Updated 09/06/11 3:56 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines

Summertime and the barbecuing is easy with this bacon-wrapped shrimp and nectarine appetizer. These bite-size treats are perfect for a hot night party. I used nectarines, but for a more tropical twist, opt for mango or pineapple. Or if you want a little heat, try adding a slice of jalapeño. The sweetness of the fruit is a great contrast with the salty bacon and juicy shrimp. Get the grill hot Read more

Stone Fruit Variety or Snack Food Flavor?


Updated 07/20/09 3:34 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 3 comments

Stone Fruit Variety or Snack Food Flavor?

Today Party and I were talking about Summer stone fruits, and she remarked that she thought many of the season's fruit varieties had funny-sounding names that reminded her Gatorade flavors! I have to agree — some of the fruit names bear a striking resemblance to names that you might come across in the snack-food aisle. Are you able to identify whether the name is a stone fruit variety or a Read more

Make Eating Fruit Fun With a Taste Test


Updated 07/10/09 5:42 PM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

How to Get Kids to Eat More Fruit

The other day I got a call from a family friend. "Would you be interested in a peach taste test?" she asked. My answer was an enthusiastic yes! She purchased four types of stone fruit from the farmers market and thought it would be entertaining to taste them all. While she's researching what kind of peach to plant in her garden, I thought the taste test would be a great way to get my dad excited Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Barbecued Salmon With Nectarine Salsa


Updated 02/08/12 10:48 AM · Posted by partysugar · 1 comment

Grilled Salmon With Fruit Salad Recipe

One of the ways my dad first introduced our family to fish was by serving it with a fresh fruit salsa. He would take a mild flaky fish, like mahi mahi or halibut, and top it with a mixture of pineapple, strawberries, and melon. This recipe applies the same technique to grilled salmon. The sweetness of the nectarine and blueberry salsa balances out the spiciness of the barbecue sauce. Pecans — Read more

Throw Some Fruit on the Barbie


Updated 06/19/11 11:17 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 4 comments

Grilled Fruit Recipe

I've always loved barbecued fruit, such as grilled pineapples and peaches. So for a recent dinner party, I fused shish-kebab style skewers with fruit to create a warm, juicy dessert! I used figs, nectarines, and pineapple, but other fruit such as apricots, mangoes, and cantaloupe would be equally delicious. As the fruit grills, the natural sugar caramelizes, enhancing the sweetness and creating Read more

Sunday BBQ: Grilled Tuna with Mixed Greens and Fruit


Updated 10/20/07 2:28 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 6 comments

Sunday BBQ: Grilled Tuna with Mixed Greens and Fruit

As a sushi enthusiast, I generally like my tuna raw. However, sometimes a nice lightly seared tuna steak really hits the spot. On a warm summer night a flavorful marinated piece of tuna, resting on top of a bed of mixed greens with fruit, can do you no wrong. This particular recipe contains a vinaigrette with a long list of ingredients, however you can easily substitute it with a tasty Read more