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When you first think of citrus, you probably think of something sweet like key lime pie or lemonade. But did you know that citrus is a common ingredient in savory dishes too? Citrus adds just the right component to cut the savory flavors and add a punch to any dish. 1. Skillet-Roasted Asparagus with Lemon … Read more
The difference between a typical home cook and a well-paid chef is knowing the tricks of the trade. One of the tricks is cooking correctly with citrus to add a punch to your food and bring out the flavors and brightness in the right way with either juice or zest. Most home cooks don’t realize … Read more
Citrus fruits are a fantastic source of vitamin C, which helps keep your skin smooth and elastic. You’ll probably notice at the store how many face creams contain vitamin C, as do other products for the body. This is because citrus really does work to make your skin and hair healthier. 1. As an Astringent … Read more
Lemonade is one of the favorite drinks around the world. It’s purported to have been around since medieval Egypt. Some lemonades are sweet and some are not; some are cloudy and some are clear; some are carbonated and some not. What you get depends on where you are, but chances are, you’d probably enjoy most … Read more
If you have found yourself worrying about eating fruit due to the high sugar content in your diet, take heart that citrus is low in sugar, high in fiber, and low in calories. It’s healthy and the original fast food. It makes a great snack any time of the day. 1. Vitamin Rich – You … Read more
When you think about citrus fruit, you probably think of the main ones such as lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruit, and their variations. However, there are more citrus fruits that are used around the world that you might want to familiarize yourself with. 1. Pomelo This citrus fruit tastes just like grapefruit, without the bitterness. Many … Read more
If you have been successful growing citrus, you may find that you’re inundated with so much you’re not sure what to do with it. Thankfully, there are numerous ways you can store citrus; one of them is by dehydrating it to make it last even longer than the season. Orange trees only produce once a … Read more
Citrus desserts are very flexible. They can be sweet, tart, or both. They can be light or super-rich. It’s all about what you desire in a dessert. If you want healthy and light, you can do it. If you want rich and sinful, citrus can do that too. If you want to try some fantastic … Read more
The cool thing about growing citrus, specifically lemons or limes, is that even if you don’t live in the right climate to grow your citrus outside, you can grow them in pots in the house. While it will take a couple years to get fruit from your plants, it’s very satisfying when it happens. From … Read more
The most wonderful thing about citrus – which includes limes, lemons, oranges, and grapefruit and all the variations thereof – is that it’s a natural household helper. It cleans, gets rid of bad smells, and you don’t have to do much to make it work. It’s great to use squeezed fresh from the fruit for … Read more