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Incorporate More Fruits and Vegetables Into Your Child’s School Lunches

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It can be quite a challenge to incorporate fruits and vegetables in your child’s diet. Whether you are packing your child’s lunch yourself or having them buy school lunch, it is important they are receiving the proper nutrients. You may ask how much is enough for your children. It is recommended that a child receives at least 2 servings of fruit and 3 servings of vegetables each day, however the more fruit and vegetables the better! It is important that a child gets an efficient amount of fruits and vegetables to help promote their growth and strengthen their immune systems. You can find a range of fresh fruits and vegetables for your child provided by E. Armata Inc.  located at the Hunts Point Market 

How Can Incorporate More Fruits and Vegetables Into Your Child’s School Lunches

Many children are picky eaters, and getting them to eat fruits and vegetables is not easy. It can be hard to make fruits and vegetables appealing to your child. Below are some ways to help your child give fruits and veggies a chance. 

  • Smoothies– you can put almost any fruit or veggie into a smoothie. Most of the time, your child won’t even be able to taste the vegetables in it!
  • Healthy Dip– Dip is the perfect way to introduce your child to a variety of vegetables. You can mix yogurt with seasonings and dip with veggies like broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower. 
  • Sandwiches & Wraps- Make sure to always incorporate fruits or vegetables into your child’s sandwiches. Vegetables like lettuce, tomato, cucumber on savory sandwiches or bananas and strawberries on a SunButter sandwich for a more sweet sandwich are all great tips.
  • Homemade Trail Mix– This is the perfect snack to pack in your child’s lunch box. Mix dried fruits with different kinds of nuts to make a tasty snack to bring your child to school with. 
  • Dessert – Making homemade desserts like brownies or pudding actually enable you to incorporate veggies. Take a look at this avocado-based pudding recipe or this spinach infused brownie recipe for some inspiration.

These fruit and vegetable incorporated foods are simple ways to get them excited for fruits and vegetables!

E. Armata Inc. is the leading produce wholesaler in the Tri-State area providing our customers with the highest quality produce. Whether you are a large retailer or a small grocer, contact E. Armata Inc. at the Hunts Point Market today to see how we can best serve your customers!

Peach Cobbler Photo by Mick Telkamp

Cast Iron Peach Cobbler

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This recipe, courtesy of HGTV, is the perfect way to celebrate National Peach Month.

Photo by Mick Telkamp

Ingredients

  • 6 cups sliced peaches
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 6 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup milk

 

Ingredients

  • Place peaches, cinnamon, 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of flour together in a large bowl and transfer to an 8” or 10” cast iron skillet already warmed on a burner set to medium heat.
  • Cook at medium heat until juices begin to bubble, then remove from heat.
  • Combine 1 cup of flour, 1/3 cup sugar, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
  • Cut in butter until it resembles coarse meal.
  • Add milk and stir just until the dough comes together.
  • Spoon dough in lumps over peaches.
  • Bake in a 375-degree oven for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
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August Is National Peach Month

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Summer is one of the best times of the year for fruit, and August is National Peach Month! Peaches are the perfect sweet summer treat for a hot day. Other than just being tasty, peaches also have a lot of other benefits such as:

  • Contain anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce bad cholesterol 
  • Helps to prevent cancer
  • Helps to improve your skin
  • Improves eye health 

Peaches contain many vitamins such as C, A, E, and K, making it the perfect healthy summer snack! One peach contains only 38 calories! Come visit Hunts Point Market in the Bronx, New York to get the most optimal and fresh peaches provided by E. Armata.

How Do I Select the Best Peach at a Store or Market?

  • Make sure the peach has bright and vibrant colors (bright-reddish orange). If it is green, that means it was picked too early 
  • Gently squeeze the peach, if the tip starts to give, it is ripe. If the peach is hard and firm, it is not as ripe but can still be eaten depending on preference.

How Should I Store My Peaches?

If you plan to store your peaches in the refrigerator, they can last up to 3 days. If you want to eat them within the first 2 days of purchasing them, store them at room temperature. This will make the peaches sweeter! If the peaches you purchase are unripe, put them in a paper bag with a banana. This will make them ripe in 24 hours! 

What Types of Peaches are There?

At E. Armata Inc., we produce three types of peaches. Yellow, white, and donut peaches,

E. Armata’s fruit department is top-notch and is one of our flagship programs. We provide all of our fruit globally including:

  • Apples, grapes ,pears, and stone fruit (such as peaches!) from the United States, New Zealand, Chile, and South America
  • Citrus from California, Spain, and Morroco
  • Exotic fruits from Vietnam, China, and Mexico 

We produce over 20 types of high-quality fruit! In honor of National Peach Month, come get some of our peaches provided Hunts Point Market!

mushrooms at the Hunts Point Produce Market

Our Mushroom Assortment At The Hunts Point Produce Market

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Opinions on mushrooms tend to be polarizing: You either love them or hate them. But really, mushrooms are perhaps one of the best natural food groups out there! At E.Armata Inc, located at the Hunts Point Produce Market, we supply over a dozen different mushroom varieties, each of which are packed with their own health benefits and flavor. By working alongside the top growers and shippers worldwide, E. Armata Inc. provides the freshest and highest quality mushrooms for your enjoyment. 

Benefits of Mushrooms:

Here are just a few of the reasons that you should cook with mushrooms.

They May Lower Blood Pressure

  • A great substitute for red meat in many recipes which has been linked to coronary heart disease.
  • Low in sodium.
  • Contains potassium which relaxes blood vessels and reduces pressure.

Strengthen Bones

  • High amounts of calcium
  • UVB mushrooms (those exposed to light during growth) contain vitamin D

Provides Protein & Immune Support

  • Great Vegetarian Protein Source
  • High in selenium – a powerful antioxidant that strengthens the immune system and protects cells

 

What mushrooms can be found at the Hunts Point Produce Market:

With year-round suppliers, we make sure that you have access to any kind of mushroom. Having such a large selection makes it easy to try new recipes and get creative with your next menu. You can purchase any of these items fresh at Hunts Point Produce Market.

  • White: The most common mushroom used for cooking, commonly used in soups, salads, or pizzas. White mushrooms have a mild taste, and can be consumed either raw or cooked. 
  • Crimini: These mushrooms are young portabellas, or “baby bellas”, and are considerably darker, firmer, and more flavorful than white mushrooms. 
  • Portabella: Popular in Italian cooking, these mushrooms make a great meat substitute and can be a great addition to sauces for pasta dishes.  
  • Shiitake: These brown mushrooms have a rich, savory flavor and are prized for their generous nutritional value. Compounds found in these mushrooms can improve heart health, and boost immunity. 
  • Oyster: Commonly found in Asian soups and stir-frys. Oyster mushrooms have a delicate flavor and are white, fan-shaped mushrooms. 
  • Trumpet / King Oyster Cello: These mushrooms have a thick, meaty stem and are native to parts of Europe, Asia, and North Africa. 
  • Beech Brown: Having a sweet, nutty taste these mushrooms are popular in a variety of soups and stir-fries. 
  • Beech White: When cooked, this mushroom has an impressive crunchy texture and rich nutty taste. 
  • Enoki: Native in China, enoki mushrooms can be consumed raw or cooked. They have a unique look, having small, white caps attached to long, thin stems. 
  • Maitake: These mushrooms are commonly sold in clusters due to their overlapping soft caps. Native in the northwestern United States and Japan, Maitake mushrooms have an earthy taste and aroma. 
  • Porcini: One of the most popular wild mushrooms, porcini are reddish-brown in color and have a woodsy flavor and smooth texture. 
  • Morels: This hard-to-find exotic mushroom has a unique meaty texture and nutty flavor, and is often served in expensive, fancy dishes.   
  • Chanterelles: These golden mushrooms have a fleshy, rounded cap and are commonly served sautéd in butter.
  • Truffles: The black variety of truffles have a strong taste, similar to that of a black olive. The white variety of truffles are harder to find and are considered a luxury food item.
  • Lobster: These mushrooms have a similar color to cooked lobster meat, and even have a seafood-like aroma when cooked. 

E. Armata Inc. is proud to carry all of these varieties at Hunts Point Produce Market. If you have any questions about our offerings, are interested in our wholesale delivery services, or want more information about us, be sure to contact us or visit us at Hunts Point Produce Market today.

Spicy Flank Steak Tacos with Watermelon Salsa

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Spicy Flank Steak Tacos with Watermelon Salsa

A delicious dish of complex tastes that combines the best of spices and sweetness into one place.

  • Total time: 40 minutes
  • 5/8 teaspoon divided kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 8 green onions, roots trimmed
  • 1 (1-pound) flank steak, trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 2 cups finely chopped fresh watermelon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 1 serrano chile, seeded and chopped
  • 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)

 

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium heat

Step 2: Combine red pepper, black pepper, white pepper, and ½ teaspoon of salt into a small bowl. Score steak into a diamond pattern on both sides, approx ¼ inch deep. Lightly coat steak with cooking spray. Sprinkle steak evenly with the pepper mixture. 

Step 3: Place steak on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 4 minutes on each side (or until desired level of doneness). Let stand for 5 minutes; cut steak across the grain into thin slices.

Step 4: Place green onions on grill rack coated in cooking spray. Grill for 3 minutes (or until slightly charred).

Step 5: Combine watermelon, olive oil, chile, mint juice, and ⅛ teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl

Step 6: Place tortillas on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 1 minute on each side (or until lightly charred). Arrange onions down the center of the tortilla. Divide feta cheese, salsa, and steak evenly.

National Berry Month

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Known as nature’s candy, berries offer a sweet taste with none of the artificial sugars or flavoring of candy. They’re a great snack for any day, and their variety and versatility make for a delicious ingredient to any new dish. Some might even call them some of the healthiest foods on earth! That’s why this July, E. Armata Inc. located at the Hunts Point Produce Market celebrate national berry month. Get started in the celebration by picking up some of these berries today:

Our berries offered at the Hunts Point Produce Market:

  • Raspberries
  • Blueberries
  • Strawberries
  • Cranberries
  • Blackberries
  • Gooseberries

Here are some healthy reasons why you should add this sweet treat to your summertime plans:

Benefits of berries:

  • Antioxidants for the Immune System
    – Anthocyanins: Keeps your memory sharp
    – Resveratrol: Protects against cell damage
    – Ellagic Acid Anti-cancer growth properties
  • Lowers Inflammation
    – Various antioxidants work together to lower levels of inflammation naturally
  • Helps with blood sugar and insulin
    – Berries protect your cells from damage caused by high sugar levels
    – Reduce blood pressure
    – Increase insulin sensitivity
  • Strong Source of Fiber
    – Reduces hunger, working great as a weight loss management tool!
    – Helps keep things running smoothly
    – Direct your body to absorb less calories
  • Lowers Cholesterol
    – Heart-healthy: Berries are shown to lower cholesterol levels in people suffering from metabolic issues or obesity
    – Prevents cholesterol from becoming oxidized, slowing down heart disease progression

At E.Armata Inc, located at the Hunts Point Produce Market, we know that your health is important to you. That’s why E. Armata supplies a variety of fresh berries daily. We work alongside growers and distributors around the world to maintain a constant stock of quality products that we are sure you will love. Visit us at Hunts Point Produce Market today to see our carefully curated berry selections and celebrate national berry month as well!