FRUIT TREE'S

Earth's Candy Dispenser

Italian Plums

Italian Plums (Prunus domestica) are a delightful and versatile fruit belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). Native to Europe, these plums are now widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide. They grow on deciduous trees and are known for their firm texture, deep purple color, and sweet-tart flavor.

Cooking Tips for Italian Plums

Storing Italian Plums: Store Italian plums in the refrigerator and use them within a week of purchase for optimal freshness. Allow them to ripen at room temperature before refrigerating if needed.
Freezing: Italian plums freeze well and can be used later for baking or smoothies. Halve and pit them before freezing to make them more convenient to use.
Pairing: Italian plums pair well with other stone fruits, cinnamon, vanilla, and cheese-based dishes.
Balancing Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar when using Italian plums in recipes to balance their natural tartness.

Peaches

Peaches (Prunus persica) are a delicious and juicy fruit belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). Native to Northwest China, peaches are now widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide. They grow on deciduous trees and are known for their fuzzy skin, vibrant color, and sweet, aromatic flavor.

Cooking Tips for Peaches

Storing Peaches Store ripe peaches in the refrigerator and use them within a few days for optimal freshness. If they need to ripen, leave them at room temperature for a day or two.
Freezing: Peaches freeze well and can be used later for baking or smoothies. Slice and pit them before freezing, and blanch briefly to remove the skins if desired.
Pairing: Peaches pair well with berries, vanilla, cinnamon, and cream-based desserts.
Balancing Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar when using peaches in recipes to balance their natural sweetness and enhance their flavor.