blackberries

zero-waste fresh seasonal fruit vinaigrette

by Jackie Newgent  |  May 22, 2015  |  12 Comments
I became a salad fanatic as a teenager. But back then, I smothered my leafy greens with gobs of creamy ranch salad dressing. It wasn’t until I began learning about nutrition in college that I started paying attention to the ingredients in my bottled dressing. I soon realized my pick was definitely science experiment worthy. Luckily, I quickly changed my bad habits and began making my own vinaigrettes and other salad dressings. One of my favorites throughout the years has been fruit vinaigrette. It still provides creaminess, but it’s from real produce not a chemistry lab!
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ginger cherry, berry & watermelon daiquiri

by Jackie Newgent  |  June 13, 2013  |  0 Comments
  There’s no problem meeting fruit servings when you can sip them like this. Rather than making a daiquiri that’s loaded with alcohol and added sugar, here’s a gently spiked “adult beverage” and loaded with seasonal fruit. This ginger cherry, berry & watermelon daiquiri perfect for the poolside, a backyard BBQ, or any time you just wanna chill out. Sure, even in the morning, if you like. Move over mimosa!
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berry berry cobbler

by Jackie Newgent  |  April 1, 2013  |  1 Comment
©Photographed by Stephanie M. Smith. My fabulous intern, Stephanie Smith, and I came up with this recipe together. We wanted to highlight fresh colorful berries in a comforting dessert. This raspberry-blackberry cobbler is the result. The photo speaks for the deliciousness, which is all thanks to Stephanie. Watch out world … a budding professional photographer is in the making. We hope you enjoy our berry berry cobbler. Let us know what you think!
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