Having lots of fresh fruits and vegetables on hand is critical during this time when health is of the utmost importance. And, as many of us are trying to adjust to the “new normal” we are no doubt making efforts to reduce our trips to the grocery store so buying in bulk has become the trend. Luckily apples are the perfect fruit for buying in bulk because they can last for several weeks if stored properly. Since we are all buying more fruits and vegetables these days you might be wondering about the most effective way to wash and store your [...]

Learn how to cut apples like a pro! Mastering the basic knife cuts such as large dice, small dice, julienne, etc. is not just a lesson for professional chefs.  Knife skills when learning how to cut apples are handy to have for home cooks as well. Sure, it makes your dish look extra special, but there is a method to the madness. Each cut has its own function when it comes to your eating experience. Since most people add raw apples to the culinary masterpieces, cutting them in different shapes also adds a bit of visual interest. Here are a few [...]

Photo credit: USA Pears March is National Nutrition Month and we are celebrating here at Chelan Fresh because there is nothing healthier than a few servings of fresh fruit a day! If you want to join the fun and celebrate good nutrition this month with your family and friends, check out a few of these ideas for getting involved: Be in the Know Knowledge is power! Spend a little time this month reading up on the best way to keep you and your loved ones healthy. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has made it their mission to help people focus [...]

Valentine's Day is a special time to celebrate love of all different kinds. Whether it's to celebrate romantic love, adoration of family members, appreciation for neighbors or the bond between best friends, Valentine's Day is perfect for gifting a sweet treat that shows you care. Fortunately, you don't have to default to processed sugar overload to give something delicious for that special someone. Here are five awesome ideas for alternative treats guaranteed to brighten someone's day and make them feel loved. Warm drinks say: "You warm my heart." Invite someone to slow down, enjoy a "me moment" and sip something warm [...]

It’s a new year, a new decade even, and no doubt you have made some health-related resolutions. As the old saying goes, “An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away,” and it turns out an apple a day can also help us make good on our resolutions. Apples are packed with nutrition; a medium apple has 17% Daily Value (DV) of fiber, 14% DV of vitamin C, and 6% DV of potassium. At an average of 95 calories each, apples also offer a low-calorie, nutrient-dense snack instead of a high-fat, high-sodium junk-food options. Plus, the fiber will help you feel full [...]

The new Rockit™ apple is known as the world’s first miniature apple. Although they are small, they deliver big on flavor and nutrition. Here is why you will want to keep a bucket of these little gems on hand all year round: They are convenient to take along. These little sweet treats come in handy tubes or buckets so they are easy to tuck into your gym bag, work tote, or family picnic basket. Having healthy snacks on hand makes it easier to stay on track with your health goals and avoid buying junk food when you are hungry on the [...]

Smoothie Formula: Tip: To ensure smoothie success during your busy week, pre-portion bundles of smoothie ingredients together in small freezer bags and place in freezer. Then grab, blend and go! Smoothies can be a delicious way to add dense nutrition to your diet, or they can be as unhealthy as eating a candy bar or milk shake. Getting the right combination of ingredients makes all the difference, but doesn’t have to be complicated. Here is a handy guideline for striking the perfect balance for the ultimate smoothie. Don't know where to start? Give one of our luscious smoothies a try… Our [...]

January is a time for new beginnings, fresh starts and resolutions and most of us probably have a resolution or intent to clean up our diet in 2020. Undoubtedly, we have all come across the headlines that tell us how damaging white sugar is to our health. So, there is no better time than the start of a new decade to set changes into motion and ditch (or at least reduce) the added sugar in our diet. Although there isn’t a “daily recommended allowance” for sugar, since it isn’t an essential nutrient for our health, the American Heart Association has published [...]

The holidays have always been a busy time of year, but it seems they are getting more hectic with every passing year and ordering gifts online seems to be the easiest way to get through your Christmas list. But, taking the time to make a homemade gift from your kitchen allows you time to slow down, get in the kitchen, connect with family members and give a truly heartfelt gift. So we have compiled a few ideas for making the holidays homespun and special. Get the kids involved with an easy and healthy gift of SugarBee® Apple and Cranberry Fruit Rollups, photo [...]

Grains of all kinds have a natural affinity for fruit and we see grains and fruit paired together for every meal of the day. Think hearty warm breakfast porridges, lovely whole grain salads for lunch or dinner and even whole grain fruit desserts. The naturally sweet flavor profiles in fruit are the perfect complement to the earthy flavors of all types of grains. Firm fall fruits like apples and pears hold up best to the chewy textures in grains, so we have collected a few of our favorite recipes here to add to your fall cooking repertoire. Our new Lucy™ Glo [...]