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Get Passionate about Pineapple!!

When you think of pineapple, you probably think of somewhere tropical like Hawaii, not the dry desert climate of Arizona. But our climate is almost ideal for October’s sweet, juicy fruit of the month. The sunny color and summertime taste … Continue reading

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30 Ways to Use Avocados

Arizonans love avocados!  Maybe this is why they feature so prominently in southwestern cuisine.  Also called an alligator pear, the avocado belongs to the same botanical family as cinnamon and bay laurel.  It grows on trees and is native to … Continue reading

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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Garlic

Garlic is one of those things that you either love or loathe.  Known for its pungent smell and varied uses, it has been a staple in the diet of large parts of the world for thousands of years.  It is … Continue reading

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