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A Simple Recipe for Lemon-Laced Green Bean Almondine

At California Grown, we are passionate about promoting the exceptional produce that is grown right here in the Golden State. From juicy peaches to crisp apples, there is no shortage of delicious,...

Should you use avocado in desserts?

It's time to start using avocado in desserts. Guac is great...but have you tried avocado ice cream? It's avocado season here in California! We love a good guac as much as the next guy but lately,...

A Beautiful California-Grown Strawberry Eton Mess Recipe

Introducing a truly delectable dessert, where the classic British Eton Mess meets the sun-kissed California strawberry! Creating a mouthwatering California-grown Strawberry Eton Mess at home is...

Ricotta Toast with Warmed Peaches, Honey, Blueberries and Walnuts

Trust us, you'll be craving Peach Ricotta Toast all summer long. Consider this recipe a rough guideline for making a decadent, seasonal toast that pairs ripe fruit with creamy ricotta. Slicing...

Tomato Herb California Baked Eggs with Avocado

Our take on traditional baked eggs is herby, creamy, and filled with a variety of fresh California Grown flavors. This dish belongs at the center of your brunch table! Looking for a some fresh...

A Simple Recipe for Marinated Tomatoes with Celery, Avocado & Queso Fresco

This delightful recipe, featuring marinated tomatoes with California-grown celery, avocado, and queso fresco, celebrates the Golden State's bountiful, year-round produce. Simple to prepare and...

An Easy, Healthy Recipe for Chicken Cacciatore from Kroll’s Korner

Homemade Chicken Cacciatore, on a weeknight? You betcha! Our friend Tawnie's recipe calls for a few short minutes of prep and then lets the Instant Pot do the rest! Tawnie Graham is the...

Blueberry Ricotta Cake with Lemon & Blueberry Compote

This Blueberry Ricotta Cake with Lemon & Blueberry Compote from our friend Alycia of Grace Rising Media is the perfect spring cake. From Alycia: We’re in the kitchen in partnership with...

How Rancho Gordo Has Turned The Humble Bean Into A Cult Commodity

Rancho Gordo heirloom beans are the darling of the culinary world. These colorful, flavorful legumes are beloved by both in-the-know home chefs and celebrity chefs worldwide. If you’ve never...

Perfectly Easy Cling Peach Hand Pies

We're obsessed with our friend Alycia's Cling Peach Hand Pies. It's a good thing cling peaches are always in season, because you'll want to enjoy these beauties all year long! From Alycia:...

A Simple Blueberry Cocktail Recipe Made with Jam

Are you ready to indulge in a cocktail that perfectly balances sweet, tart, and bubbly? Then you have to try our California-Grown Sparkling Blueberry Cocktail! This delightful concoction features...

Casa Adela-Inspired Roasted Chicken from Illyanna Maisonet

We've admired Illyanna Maisonet from afar for quite some time. After all, she's pretty incredible. Her cookbook, Diasporican, isn't just a collection of recipes. It tells the story of the Puerto...

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