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Summer Grillin’ and Chillin’
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Heat up the grill and get that A/C going. It’s time for those juicy, handpicked peaches to mosey up from the orchard into our kitchens. Today, we will be grillin’ and chillin’ some great new recipes that are sure to tickle your tastebuds. Lanier Pearson from Pearson Farm in Georgia will share some exciting news about fresh Georgia peach crop’s new varieties. So, stay tuned to add a little touch of summertime to your recipes.
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Recipes – To Celebrate Summer
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Caprese Salad Towers
Level up your classic summer salad
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About the Recipe: The recipe is a summery Caprese Salad variation, layering tomato slices, fresh mozzarella slices, and peach slices. Add a touch of basil pesto, a small rosemary sprig, and a light drizzle of Balsamic vinegar and olive oil. It’s a fun way to serve slices of tomatoes, peaches, and fresh mozzarella cheese for sandwiches or a starter salad. Use the leftovers to mix up a quick Italian mixed salad.
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Slow Grilled Spicy Peach Raspberry Glazed Trout
That little extra cooking time makes melt-in-your-mouth goodness
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About the Recipe: Take it easy and grill it slowly. Your reward will be tender, juicy trout fillets. At the lower temperatures, the fats in the fish melt into the fish rather than out of the flesh, keeping it moist. Adding a sweet pepper peach glaze to the spicy seasoning permeates the fish and makes it look picture perfect and succulent.
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Frosty Peach Soft Serve Eton Mess Style
Classic English dessert inspired with layers of fresh juicy peaches
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About the Recipe: Eton mess is a classic English dessert with layers of whipped cream, meringue, and fruit. We were inspired by farm fresh juicy peaches to whip up a frosty peach soft-serve and layer it into dessert glasses with some crushed, crunchy meringue cookies and luscious peach slices. We added a drizzle of raspberry liqueur for a gourmet touch before serving.
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Health Benefits of Eating Peaches
From June until early August, farmers around the U.S. will be sharing their sweet decadent peaches. that are not only super delicious but powerhouses for a healthy diet. Peaches are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They also contain beneficial plant compounds like antioxidants. According to information from Cleveland Clinic. Peaches improve digestion, are heart healthy, help create a strong immune system, and improve allergy symptoms.
Photo Courtesy Pearson Farms
Our farm’s story began more than 135 years ago. It started in 1885 when Lockie and Emma Pearson moved from Woodbury, Georgia to the smalltown of Zenith. They planted peaches and cut timber to provide for their large family.
Over the years and a few family generations, Pearson Farm has become a powerhouse for growing the decadent Georgia peaches we’ve all come to love.
Photo Courtesy Pearson Farm
Our farm’s history tells the story of a family that held firm to the values of hard work, faith and family that still bind us together today. That dedication is one that we aim to deliver to you through our fresh peaches, pecans or baked favorites created in our small slice of the South.
Lawton & Lanier Pearson -Photo Courtesy Pearson Farm
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Super Summer Recipes
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Southern Style “Hamcakes”
With vibrant golden cornmeal, sweet fresh peaches, and crispy ham
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About the Recipe: This recipe is delicious to serve for breakfast or even a quick dinner. Enjoy the golden tender corncakes filled with crisp ham bits, drizzled with sweet maple syrup, and enhanced with pieces of sweet juicy peaches. It’s comfort food at its best.
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Ham ‘n Peach Mini Pies
Say “Good-Morning” with these quick-to-make mini brunch pies
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About the Recipe: Substitute the ham for the pastry and layer in an egg, cheese, herbs, fresh mini peach wedges, and top with a cherry tomato. It’s that simple. Each little pie will bake in cup-like style. It’s fun to ham-it-up for picnic lunches or brunches. Serve with a dollop of ketchup or other similar sauce of your choice.
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Sweet ‘n Spicy Southern Pork Tenderloin
With Tri-Bacon Beans and Georgia Sweet Peach Salsa
About the Recipe: Add a little hot spice and sweet Georgia peach sauce to lean pork tenderloin and grill until juicy and sizzling. Serve with bacon flavored mixed beans and chilled peach cilantro salsa. It’s a summer celebration dinner!
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Perfectly Paired Summer Appetizers
Grilled Halloumi, Melt-Away Brie, & Peaches
Try this simple, stylish idea for your next summer party.
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About the Recipe: Taste the many flavors of summer – grilled melting cheese, simply soft grilled Halloumi wedges, and grilled juicy peaches, served with your favorite crackers. Refreshing fruits and aged cheese make for easy summer fun.
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Italian Grilled Steak Bruschetta
Easy Italian Open-Faced Sandwich with Roma Peach Salsa
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About the Recipe: This recipe converts the classic bruschetta into an open-faced sandwich. Using the right bread is important since it needs to be soft enough to cut easily with a dinner knife. The sauce is simply prepared using only three ingredients. The Roma Peach Salsa makes the sandwich extra special, combining flavorful chopped fresh Roma tomatoes and grilled fresh juicy peaches.
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Grilled Salmon Burgers with Easy Pickled Peaches
Add simple seasonings and top with red peppers and pickled peaches
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About the Recipe: The secret to making these juicy salmon burgers is adding the pickled peaches. Summer is the best season to grill some power-packed salmon burgers filled with those essential healthy fats. This flavor-filled burger combines ground salmon rather than an egg to combine the ingredients together. Lightly seasoned with mustard, chives, and pepper relish, they pair well with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and juicy pickled peaches, tucked into a crisp toasted bun.
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Smoked Sausage Campfire Hot Bag
Foil wrapped with sweet peppers, red onions, and potato wedges’
About the Recipe: There is something magical about grilling outside at a campground or your own back yard. Enjoy this foil wrapped dinner of grilled flavorful smoked sausages, sliced red peppers, red onion slices, and potato wedges, which are cooked with a full-of-flavor peach flavored barbecue sauce. Serve it from the packet or a platter with some grilled peach wedges. It’s summer’s best!
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Easy Livin’ Grilled Peach Crisp
Lots of oat flavor in this wholesome dessert filled with fresh peaches
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About the Recipe: Bake up a heathy oat crisp, filled with lightly grilled fresh peaches. The easy oat crumb topping is flavored with sweet cinnamon and pecans, and the lightly grilled peaches add that refreshing summertime flavor. It’s a wholesome fruit dessert using avocado oil rather than dairy…
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Cast-Iron Country Peach Pecan Torte
A food processor, quick-mix dessert with farm fresh juicy peaches and pecans
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About the Recipe: This simple country torte is packed with peaches and sweet-tasting pecans. It mixes quickly in a food processor and can be baked in an oven or covered grill. Watch your baking time as grills vary in temperature. Serve with dollops of whip cream, ice cream, or your favorite sauce.
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European Limoncello White Chocolate Peach Muffins
Create your own peachy design on top of each muffin
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About the Recipe: The lightly sweetened muffin is an easy recipe to mix up, featuring a touch of limoncello and crushed white chocolate. Have fun creating a design with the peach slices on the top of each muffin. Great to serve with a glass of sparkling wine, morning coffee, or afternoon tea.
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Peaches ‘n Cream Summer Cake Roll
An elegant orange flavored cake dessert, filled with whipped cream and peaches
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About the Recipe: The orange flavored cake roll is airy and light. It’s filled with fresh peaches and cream, making it an elegant cool dessert to serve in the summer.
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