#dates

#dates

Dates grow on date palm trees in tropical regions, and while they can be eaten fresh, you're much more likely to find them dried. There are many different varieties of dates, with Medjool and Deglet Noor being the types you likely know from your grocery store. Dates are soft and chewy with a flavor profile like caramel and brown sugar; they're often compared to candy, which may explain why their nutritious qualities are overlooked.

The cheese ball is a cliché. I believe, however, that like the pig in a blanket and the baked potato, the cheese ball is so cliched it has actually become cool. Socially acceptable or not, when this dish from my cookbook "Deep Run Roots" is put out at a party of any kind, people hover over it like it's a crystal ball.

There are quite a few ways to make healthy ingredients feel like dessert, and dates are a prime example. Dates, which are like prunes with a better reputation, are the secret to creating sweet smoothies, ice creams, and even faux candy bars without using granulated sugar. Because dates are high in natural sugars and soften when added to liquid, they can be used to sweeten almost anything, and they can also be eaten as-is for a uniquely chewy snack.

Loaf cakes are often thought of a more low-key, rustic style of cake - and, in many ways, that sentiment is completely true. Nearly any loaf cake recipe requires the use of only a single pan, and there's no stressful assembling stage where you frost and stack up layers of sponge. Loaf cakes are a great choice if you are looking for a simple, sliceable, everyday cake, or something that's slightly elevated for a dinner party without being fussy.

Whether you're ready for fall or hanging onto the last days of summer, we've got just the salad for the season! This lemony chopped cauliflower salad has the bright, crunchy, refreshing elements of summer coating a comforting fall veggie. The best part? It's studded with pops of sweet dates! Made in 1 bowl in just 10 minutes, it's a quick & easy side perfect for late-summer picnics or pairing with your favorite protein for a simple lunch or dinner. Let us show you how!

Dates are the perfect candidates for stuffing due to their shape and size, offering endless filling options from savory to sweet.