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Pomegranates
SELECTION AND STORAGE - Pomegranates are available in the United States from September through December. Select fruit that is heavy for its size with bright, fresh color and blemish-free skin. You can refrigerate whole pomegranates for up to 2 months or store them in a cool, dark place for up to a month. Pomegranate seeds packed in an airtight container and stored in the freezer will keep for up to 3 months.
USES & PREPARATION - Pomegranates are a versatile fruit and can be used as a garnish on sweet and savory dishes or pressed to extract the juice. To use a pomegranate, cut it in half and pry out the pulp-encased seeds, removing any of the light-colored membrane that adheres. The juice can stain your clothes so be sure to wear an apron or clothing that you don’t mind getting stained.
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over salads, or desserts.
- Use pomegranate extract in marinades or as a glaze for poultry.
- Use pomegranate seeds as a garnish on rice dishes, potatoes, and applesauce.
- Eat pomegranate seeds by the handful — like tiny berries.
- Top waffles, pancakes, or ice cream sundaes with pomegranates seeds.
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