If you hail from a diabetic family like I do, you always have to be wary of sweets and sweeteners. My father’s side (including my dad himself) has diabetes in the genes. It doesn’t help that most of them are fond of sweets. When my dad and grandma were around we would always have sodas in the house. This was swapped out for diet or sugar-free versions much later on, but the damage had already been done. Now fruits have always been considered the healthier alternative for those who crave sweets. Among these no sugar-added alternatives are California Raisins.
“Because California Raisins are sweet by nature, they lend a natural sweetness to a wide variety of dishes, from hearty meals, delectable baked goods, and refreshing beverages, that will surely excite the Filipino sweet tooth,” said Mr. Thomas Wee of the Raisin Administrative
Committee. “Besides adding natural sweetness to different dishes, the highly versatile ingredient also has various benefits that make them must-have kitchen staples. For example, they help absorb moisture to lengthen baked goods’ shelf life and can be used as a starter in making
bread.”
To demonstrate this, we were treated to a full course meal with California Raisin-based dishes.
Food stylist Jenni Epperson showcased her quick and easy California Raisins & Beef Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers. It’s an aromatic, nutrient-packed, simple yet flavorful dish that you can cook in just a few minutes. Perfect for busy, multi-tasking moms!
It’s definitely something the whole family will love.
Renowned restauranteur Chef Sau Del Rosario proceeded to give a demo of an appetizer and the main course.
Salmon en Croute with California Raisin-Caper Jam was the appetizer. It’s like a savory mini pie filled which was just divine.
For the main course, Chef Sau delighted us with California Raisins Wild Rice with Duck Confit. Talk about food that looks good and tastes good!
Last but not least was pastry chef extraordinaire Chef Miko Aspiras’ line-up of desserts.
We had California Raisin Sticky Cake with Butterscotch, California Raisins with Seaweed and Wasabi, and a Gelato also made with California Raisins.
California Raisins Madeleine sealed the deal.
So why should we consider sweetening food and drink with California Raisins?
- Fat and cholesterol free.
- Naturally low in sodium.
- Naturally sweet, no added sugar.
- A source of potassium (6% DV)
- A source of fiber – (7% DV)
- A source of concentrated nutrients.
Since California Raisins are dried, their shelf life is also much longer compared to fresh produce so they are easy to store and stock up on. You can even eat them straight from the pack which makes for healthy and convenient snacking.
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