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NATIONAL PEANUT DAY

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On September 13th National Peanut Day pays homage to mighty and tasty peanut.

Likely originating in South America around 3,500 years ago, this legume is not a nut. They grow underground, like potatoes. Since they are an edible seed that forms in a pod, they belong to the family Leguminosae with peas and beans. When it comes to plants packing protein power, peanuts provide a whopping 8 grams per ounce, more than any other nut according to The Peanut Institute. And remember, it’s not a nut! Nuts grow on trees.

The peanut is also high in antioxidants. Not only are peanuts high in vitamins E and B6, but they’re rich in minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc. Studies also show when paired with other nutrient-rich foods, this wonderful legume helps us absorb nutrients better, too.

365 by Whole Foods Market, Dry Roasted and Salted Peanuts, 16 Ounce
365 by Whole Foods Market, Dry Roasted and Salted Peanuts, 16 Ounce
PLANTERS Salted Cocktail Peanuts, Party Snacks, Plant-Based Protein, 2.19 lb Jar
PLANTERS Salted Cocktail Peanuts, Party Snacks, Plant-Based Protein, 2.19 lb Jar

For the longest time, livestock gained the most significant benefit from all these nutrients. Until modern methods came along, planting and harvesting peanuts were labor-intensive and risky endeavors for farmers. Gradually their popularity grew. Civil War soldiers found a fondness for them, and so did fans of PT Barnum’s traveling circus. But what made it possible for peanuts to be grown in abundance was an advancement in farm technology. Just like the cotton gin revolutionized the cotton industry, planters and harvesters transformed not only the peanut farm but farming the world over.

Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack ~ lyric from Take Me Out to the Ballgame (1908) by Jack Norworth and Albert Von Tilzer.

Dr. George Washington Carver

With the rise in peanut production, there also brought an increase of curious investigation into its possible uses. When the boll weevil wreaked havoc on the South’s cotton crop, Dr. George Washington Carver, made a suggestion. He had been researching this amazing groundnut and suggested farmers diversify into peanuts. It was an economic boon to Southern farmers.  He published his research “How to Grow the Peanut and 105 Ways of Preparing it for Human Consumption” in 1916. His continued research resulted in more than delicious uses for this goober, groundnut or ground pea. From shaving cream to plastics and cosmetics and even coffee, Dr. Carver’s appetite for the peanut seemed to be unending.

Many of the peanut discoveries Dr. Carver made 100 years ago are still being used today.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalPeanutDay

Explore the world of the peanut and crack open some for a healthful snack. Use #NationalPeanutDay to post on social media.

PLANTERS Sweet & Spicy Peanuts, 16 Ounce
PLANTERS Sweet & Spicy Peanuts, 16 Ounce
PLANTERS Variety Packs (Salted Cashews, Salted Peanuts & Honey Roasted Peanuts), 36 Packs - Individual Bags of On-the-Go Nut Snacks
PLANTERS Variety Packs (Salted Cashews, Salted Peanuts & Honey Roasted Peanuts), 36 Packs – Individual Bags of On-the-Go Nut Snacks
Southern Style Nuts Gourmet Hunter Mix, 23 Ounces, Sesame Sticks, Peanuts, Sunflower Kernels, Almonds, Cashews, and Pepitas
Southern Style Nuts Gourmet Hunter Mix, 23 Ounces, Sesame Sticks, Peanuts, Sunflower Kernels, Almonds, Cashews, and Pepitas
Old Fashioned Butter Toffee Peanut, Crunchy Candy Coated Fresh Roasted Peanuts (2 Pound)
Old Fashioned Butter Toffee Peanut, Crunchy Candy Coated Fresh Roasted Peanuts (2 Pound)

NATIONAL MACADAMIA NUT DAY

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National Macadamia Nut Day on September 4th recognizes a delicious nut found in many baked goods and desserts.

Delectable macadamia nuts have a creamy, buttery taste. These nuts add a subtle richness to everything they grace. Also versatile, macadamia nuts originated in Australia. They were named for the physician and chemist, John Macadam, who discovered them. Macadam also pursued furthering the cultivation of the tree in Australia making it more abundant.  

Similar to large evergreens, the macadamia tree grows between 30 and 40 feet high. Although they are native to Australia, most of today’s world supply grows in Hawaii. Growers first began cultivating macadamia trees in Hawaii in 1921. Indonesia, South Africa, and California also grow this delicious nut commercially. 

365 by Whole Foods Market, Roasted And Salted Macadamia Nuts, 8 Ounce
365 by Whole Foods Market, Roasted And Salted Macadamia Nuts, 8 Ounce
Mauna Loa Premium Hawaiian Roasted Macadamia Nuts, Sea Salt Flavor, 8 Oz
Mauna Loa Premium Hawaiian Roasted Macadamia Nuts, Sea Salt Flavor, 8 Oz
NOW Foods, Macadamia Nuts, Dry Roasted with Sea Salt, Source of Fiber, Gluten-Free and Certified Non-GMO, 9-Ounce (Packaging May Vary)
NOW Foods, Macadamia Nuts, Dry Roasted with Sea Salt, Source of Fiber, Gluten-Free and Certified Non-GMO, 9-Ounce (Packaging May Vary)
Macadamia Nuts | MacFarms Dry Roasted Macadamia Nuts 24 OZ (1 Pack) - Premium Roasted Nuts with Sea Salt Fresh From Hawaii, Sea Salt Flavored Healthy Snack
Macadamia Nuts | MacFarms Dry Roasted Macadamia Nuts 24 OZ (1 Pack) – Premium Roasted Nuts with Sea Salt Fresh From Hawaii, Sea Salt Flavored Healthy Snack

Like many nuts, macadamia may be eaten raw or roasted. Bakers particularly like to use them in baked goods, such as cookies. They pair exceptionally well with chocolate, too.

Since the macadamia is nutrient-rich, they are known for their health benefits. Being in the nut family has its benefits, too! Macadamias are a valuable source of energy, high in dietary fiber, gluten-free, high in mono-unsaturated fat. They also provide an excellent source of minerals and contain many essential B-complex vitamins. 

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HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalMacadamiaNutDay

Whether you seek a healthy snack or satisfaction for a sweet tooth, this nut has you covered. Try a new recipe. Grab a handful of macadamia nuts for a snack at your desk or bake them into a batch of cookies. Add some to your salad or mix them in with popcorn while watching a movie. Share your ideas, celebrations and more by using #MacadamiaNutDay to post on social media.

NATIONAL PEACH PIE DAY

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On August National Peach Pie Day is observed annually on August 24th.  We celebrate this mouth-watering dessert during the heart of the Peach harvest season. Don’t forget the à la mode! Try it with Peach ice cream.

Generally speaking, there are two types of peaches – freestone and clingstone. The difference is in the way the flesh comes away from the pit in the middle of the peach. When the meat comes away freely from the stone, the peach is a freestone peach; if the flesh clings to it, it’s a clingstone.

KOOV Ceramic Pie Pan, 9 Inches Pie Plate, Pie Dish for Dessert Kitchen, Round Baking Dish for Dinner, Wrapping Upgrade, Reactive Glaze (Nebula Blue) by KOOV
KOOV Ceramic Pie Pan, 9 Inches Pie Plate, Pie Dish for Dessert Kitchen, Round Baking Dish for Dinner, Wrapping Upgrade, Reactive Glaze (Nebula Blue)

by KOOV

While Georgia may be the first state to come to mind when we think of peaches, California actually leads the nation in production. In the United States, 20 states produce peaches commercially. Besides California and Georgia, the other two top producers are South Carolina and New Jersey. Pennsylvania and Washington grow a lot of peaches, too.

Find peaches at a farmers market near you.

Peaches are best enjoyed ripe, juicy, and fresh. However, when that’s not possible, pastry comes to the rescue! The sweet juices of peaches come to life when we add a little sugar and seasonings. Envelope them in a flakey crust and bake for about an hour and the syrupy sweetness clings to the fruit. Add vanilla ice cream for a creamy reminder that summer isn’t quite over. Not yet, anyway. 

The Peach Truck Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes for All Things Peach Hardcover – June 25, 2019 by Stephen K. Rose  (Author), Jessica N. Rose (Author)
The Peach Truck Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes for All Things Peach Hardcover – June 25, 2019

by Stephen K. Rose  (Author), Jessica N. Rose (Author)

More Peach Facts
  • Georgia is known as the Peach State.
  • Peach harvest occurs between June and August.
  • Harvest from each peach tree lasts about one week.
  • A medium peach weighs 2.6 oz.
  • A medium peach typically contains 30 calories, 7 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of protein, 140 mg of potassium, and 8% of the daily value for vitamin C.

HOW TO OBSERVE #PeachPieDay

Make a peach pie to share. Or invite someone to join for your favorite peach pie at a local restaurant. Be sure to give a shout out to your baker, too! Please enjoy these Peach Pie recipes:

Peach Pie
Piled-High Peach Pie
Peaches and Cream Pie
Homemade Peach Pie Filling

Use #PeachPieDay to post on social media.

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NATIONAL CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE DAY

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On August 20th, National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day lets you have your chocolate and pie, too! (National Pecan Pie Day is observed each year on July 12th if chocolate isn’t your flavor, but we don’t know anyone like that.) 

Just like the original, chocolate pecan pie goes well with ice cream. Another southern delight, this treat features crisp pecans. Pecan pies fall under the sugar pie category which gives them a gooey, almost caramel center. Depending on the recipe, different sugars make the sweet batter for the pie. Both brown and white sugars can be used, but so can molasses. Corn syrup is a common ingredient as well. Even honey is used.

There is one ingredient that pops up from time to time that shouldn’t surprise some cooks. Some recipes call for a little bit of bourbon, rum or whiskey. Since these spirits hail from the southern parts of North America, seasoning with them is a natural method.

While pecan pies include eggs in the recipe as a binder, it’s interesting to note another sugar pie that was made when eggs were out of season. The pie is called a sugar cream pie. Though we can’t imagine there being a season for eggs, birds lay more eggs in spring and summer than they do in the fall and winter. Chickens rely on the sun to know when to lay eggs. When the days are shorter, they lay fewer eggs. In the winter, they may lay no eggs at all.

So, on small farms when the hens stopped laying, a sugar cream pie offered an alternative since no eggs are required to make it. Both chocolate pecan pie and sugar cream are delicious!

HOW TO OBSERVE #ChocolatePecanPieDay

There are so many ways to celebrate the day. Whether you visit your favorite bakery and pick up a pie or bake it yourself, be sure to share with friends and family. Experiment with a new recipe or bake up an old favorite. We even have some recipes for you to try. 

Chocolate Pecan Pie

Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

More Pie Days to love.

Use #ChocolatePecanPieDay to post on social media. Tell your friends about this wonderful dessert.

NATIONAL RASPBERRIES N’ CREAM DAY

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Enjoy fresh berries in cream on August 7th during National Raspberries N’ Cream Day. With the raspberry season in full swing, what better way to celebrate than with this simple and delicious treat.

There are several days on the calendar celebrating raspberries. We just finished National Raspberry Cake Day last week.

At one time, raspberries were a midsummer crop. However, new technology, cultivars, and transportation make it possible to enjoy these sweet berries all year long. Because of these new technologies, raspberry growers now have an extended selling season.

Sweet Candy Company Raspberry Milk Chocolate Sticks 10 Ounce
Sweet Candy Company Raspberry Milk Chocolate Sticks 10 Ounce
High Protein Healthy Snacks, No Added Sugar Keto Bars, Ideal To Help Blood Sugar Support, Diabetes Snacks for Adults and Kids, Yogurt and Berry, 15 Count)
High Protein Healthy Snacks, No Added Sugar Keto Bars, Ideal To Help Blood Sugar Support, Diabetes Snacks for Adults and Kids, Yogurt and Berry, 15 Count)

Did You Know?

  • There are more than 200 species of raspberries.
  • Scotland grows an abundance of raspberries. Raspberries love their fertile, well-drained soils.
  • However, Russia produces the most raspberries in the world at 120,000 tons per year.
  • Besides red, raspberries also come in purple, gold and black colors.
  • Unlike other fruits, raspberries don’t ripen off the shrub. If picked green, the raspberry will not sweeten or soften.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #RaspberriesNCreamDay

While enjoying raspberries at the height of their season, explore recipes. There are so many ways to enjoy raspberries. Preserving them in jams and jellies is just one way. Another delicious treat this time of year is ice cream. Baked goods are always a family favorite, too.

However, eating berries fresh off the shrub is one of the greatest pleasures around! Visit a pick-your-own farm and experience warm, juicy berries popping in your mouth on a summer day. 

Use #RaspberriesNCreamDay to post on social media and spread the word.

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