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Maui Onions
Two characteristics set the Maui onion apart from other yellow onions: the high sugar and high moisture content of its flesh.
Cantaloupe Melon
The cantaloupe is defined by two elements: its roughly netted stone and green colored skin and its aromatic orange-coral colored flesh. When perfectly ripe, the flesh is juicy, unctuous and sweet.
Grower
Seasons/Availability
October-November
Description/Taste
The tamopan is a large rare acorn-shaped fruit. Its thick skin is a pale waxy orange color tinged with bronze. It is an astringent fruit until soft. Then its flavor is reminiscent of mango.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Tamopan Persimmons. One
is easiest, three is harder.
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Seasons/Availability
October-November
Description/Taste
The tamopan is a large rare acorn-shaped fruit. Its thick skin is a pale waxy orange color tinged with bronze. It is an astringent fruit until soft. Then its flavor is reminiscent of mango.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Tamopan Persimmons. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Life's Smorgasbord |
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Persimmon Tart |
| Seasonal Chef |
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Preserving Persimmons |
| e persimmons |
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Curried Persimmon Soup |
