It is finally November, and everyone knows that Georgia is the "Peach State" - that explains all those peaches all over our license plates! However, there are some healthy and delicious seasonal fruits and vegetables that you have to eat in November in Georgia!
1. Apples
Apples are extremely rich in antioxidants, which are disease-fighting compounds, and fiber. There are also many benefits of apples.
1. Teeth whiter and healthier. By biting and chewing an apple, it stimulates the production of saliva in your mouth and reduces tooth decay by lowering the levels of bacteria.
2. Avoid Alzheimer's disease. Drinking apple juice can actually keep Alzheimer's away and fight the effects of aging on the brain.
3. Limits all sort of cancers and diabetes. The consumption of apples could help reduce your risk of developing pancreatic cancer by up to 23 percent. Women who eat at least one apple a day are 28 percent less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who don't eat apples.
2. Pecans
Pecan pies were a holiday dessert that I can eat only around this time and Christmas. However, I found this awesome recipe from epicurious.com. It is really easy, and I can guarantee you that you won't fail. I tried this last week, and even though I have no knowledge or experience with baking, I was able to bake it ,and it turned out pretty good!
Ingredients: Pastry dough, 3/4 unsalted butter, 1&1/4 cups packed light brown sugar, 3/4 cup light corn syrup, 2 teaspoons of grated orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3 large eggs, 2 cups pecan halves (1/2 pound), whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
1. Preheat oven to 350°F with a baking sheet on middle rack.
2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin into a 12-inch round and fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edge, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang under a
nd lightly press against rim of pie plate, then crimp decoratively. Lightly prick bottom all over with a fork. Chill until firm, at least 30 minutes (or freeze 10 minutes).
3. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, whisking until smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in corn syrup, vanilla, zest, and salt. Lightly beat eggs in a medium bowl, then whisk in corn syrup mixture.
4. Put pecans in pie shell and pour corn syrup mixture evenly over them. Bake on hot baking sheet until filling is set - 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let it cool completely.
3. Tomatoes
I still can't really tell if tomatoes are fruits and vegetables. However, whatever it is, it's delicious and good for your health! There are 10 reasons why you need you to eat tomatoes right now:
1. Good for your hair and skin
2. Purifies your blood
3. Help fight against infections
4. Lowers risk of heart disease
5. Keeps the digestive system on tract
6. Good for your eyes
7. Keeps your bones strong
8. Low in calories and high in taste!
