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What’s In Season During The Month Of October?

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What’s In Season During The Month Of October?

At E. Armata Inc., our goal is to keep our customers satisfied year-round. That is why we have grown a network of shippers and growers that allow us to distribute fresh produce during each of the 12 months. This October, make sure to take a trip to the Hunts Point Produce Market to purchase some of our delicious produce. To learn what will be in season, please visit our website.

The Fruits 

Fruits should make up an essential part of your daily food consumption. They are filled with natural sugars that give your body the energy it needs to complete everyday tasks. Many fruits also help keep you full throughout the day, allowing you to eat less and manage your weight. Fruits always taste their best when they are in locally in season, so we recommend purchasing the following from us this October:

  • Apples.
  • Figs.
  • Grapes.
  • Pineapple.
  • Pomegranate.

The Vegetables

Vegetables are an equally important part of a healthy diet. They can be consumed raw, or diced up and cooked in a variety of healthy recipes. Much like with fruit, eating vegetables is a great way to have you feeling full for long periods of the day. If you visit the Hunts Point Produce Market during October, we recommend picking out the below vegetables:

  • Cauliflower.
  • Cabbage.
  • Potatoes.
  • Mushrooms.
  • Leeks.

Why Choose E. Armata Inc. At The Hunts Point Produce Market?

When looking for produce to purchase at the Hunts Point Produce Market, there will undoubtedly be many distributors to choose from at this location. However, all pale in comparison to us here at E. Armata Inc., as we have spent years cultivating relationships with the highest quality growers and shippers. We’ve carefully vetted everyone who joined our network to ensure our high excellence standards are always met. We put the customer first, and want them to be happy with any purchases that are made.    

Contact Us At The Hunts Point Produce Market

While we hope you purchase some fresh produce from us this October, why stop there? Every month we have fruits and vegetables in season and ready to be distributed to our consumers. For more information on our operation, or to have any questions answered, contact our team today.

 

White Chocolate Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

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White Chocolate Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

Recipe courtesy of SallysBakingAddiction.com

 

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 6 Tablespoons (86g) pumpkin puree 
  • 1 and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips or chunks

Directions: 

  1. Melt the butter in the microwave. In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar together until no brown sugar lumps remain. Whisk in the vanilla and pumpkin until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a large spoon or rubber spatula. The dough will be very soft. Fold in white chocolate chips. They may not stick to the dough because of the melted butter, but do your best to have them evenly dispersed in the dough. Cover the dough and chill for 30 minutes, or up to 3 days.* Chilling is mandatory.
  3. Take the dough out of the refrigerator. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  4. Roll the dough into balls, about 1.5 Tablespoons of dough each. Mix the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Roll each of the dough balls generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and arrange on 2 baking sheets. Slightly flatten the dough balls because the cookies will only slightly spread in the oven. The photo above shows what the cookie dough balls should look like before baking.
  5. Bake the cookies for 11-12 minutes or until the edges appear set. The cookies will look very soft and under-baked. Remove from the oven and press a few more white chocolate chips onto the tops, if desired. If you find that your cookies didn’t spread much at all, flatten them out with the back of a spoon when you remove them from the oven.
  6. Cool cookies for at least 10 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack. (Tip: The longer the cookies cool, the chewier they will be!) 
Berry distributors in the Bronx

Tasty Fall Berry Recipes You Should Try

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It’s never too early to start thinking about what new recipes you should try this fall!  While this season tends to be ruled by everything pumpkin, our team at E. Armata Inc. would like to suggest putting some thought into making berry-based dishes in the upcoming months. As one of the leading berry distributors in the Bronx, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of produce. Learn more about some of the delicious recipes you should consider making.

Autumn Berry Cookies  

Cookies are a delicious treat any time of year. If you’re looking to bake some cookies this fall for a family gathering, why not try this tasty autumn berry cookie recipe. The baking instructions can be found in this link, while all the necessary ingredients are listed below:

  • 1/2 cup butter.
  • 1/4 cup organic cane sugar.
  • 1/3 cup light or dark brown sugar.
  • 1 egg.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  • 2 tbsp milk.
  • 1/2 tsp salt.
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda.
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder.
  • 1 1/4 cups unbleached flour.
  • 2 cups autumn olive berries.

Autumn Berry Smoothies

Smoothies are great because people at all cooking levels can make them! The only thing that needs to be done is to throw all of the ingredients into a blender and blend them until they have reached the consistency you prefer. Make sure when picking out produce for your smoothie, you come to us, as we are one of the top berry distributors in the Bronx. Below is a full list of the ingredients that you will need:

  • 3/4 cup cranberry juice.
  • 3/4 cup frozen mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries).
  • 170 grams low fat berry-flavored yogurt.
  • 1/2 banana, cut into slices.       

Additional Recipes

Just like there are so many berries to choose from when visiting berry distributors in the Bronx, there are just as many recipes to make this fall. Below are additional recipes we recommend giving a try:

Contact Us

If you’ve worked with various berry distributors in the Bronx before, we hope that you end your search with us. Our produce is second to none and can enhance all of the berry recipes you try this fall. For more information on recipes or the berries we distribute, don’t hesitate to contact our team today.

Eggplant Pizza

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Recipe courtesy of EatGood4Life

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 large eggplant, sliced 1 inch thick
  • 24 oz jar tomato sauce
  • 20 slices provolone cheese, mozzarella works too
  • 3-4 oz fresh cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt
  • Pepper flakes, optional

DIRECTIONS: 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 F. In two baking trays arrange the sliced eggplants. Sprinkle the Himalayan salt and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Remove the baked eggplant from the oven and turn your broiler on. Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce over each eggplant round followed by one slice of provolone. Arrange some fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes over the cheese and broil for 3-5 minutes. Make sure you keep a close look while the eggplant is under the broiler as they can burn really fast.
  3. Serve while still hot. I had my slices in between whole grain crusty bread and it was the bomb.
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What Fruits And Vegetables Are In Season This Month?

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To remain happy and healthy, it’s important to always consume the daily recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. However, doing this alone may not fully suffice. To get the most nutritional benefits out of produce, you should focus on eating what is in season. As a top produce distributor in NYC, E. Armata Inc. always has fruits and vegetables that are in season, no matter the time of year. If you’d like to learn what is in season during September, please visit our website for more information. 

September Fruits And Vegetables

As one of the leading produce distributors in NYC, it is our job to have produce that is in season year-round for our customers. The month of September is no exception. Below are just a few examples of the fruits and vegetables that we distribute that will be in season locally this month:

  • Tomatoes.
  • Cauliflower.
  • Potatoes.
  • Blueberries.
  • Blackberries.
  • Pears.

 

The Benefits Of Eating Produce In Season  

With recent technological advancements, almost any type of fruit or vegetable can be bought during any time of year. While this can help when faced with cravings for a specific produce item, it has come at the detriment to nutritional value. To gain the most health benefits from produce, items should be eaten while they are in season naturally. There are several reasons for this, including the ones listed below:

  • Fruits and vegetables begin to lose nutritional value once they have been picked.
  • Produce tastes its best when it is in season.
  • Transporting produce long distances in heating/cooling containers can decrease its value.   

 

Why Choose E. Armata Inc.

Our team knows that you have numerous choices when it comes to choosing your produce distributor in the NYC area. However, we guarantee no one else can live up to the standards we strive to achieve here at E. Armata Inc., our company started with our humble founder selling lemons out of a burlap sack. Since then, we’ve done nothing but cultivate the relationships with growers and shippers needed to evolve into the organization that we are today. The next time you’re shopping at the Hunts Point Market, let our produce speak for itself.

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The fruits and vegetables listed are not the only produce we distribute that are in season. To learn more about our operation, feel free to contact our team today.

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Health Benefits Of Eating Eggplants

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Health Benefits Of Eating Eggplants

Starting this summer, why not make a conscious effort to improve your eating habits? At E. Armata Inc., we understand the importance of incorporating more fruit and vegetables into your diet. That is why we only distribute the highest quality produce to the Hunts Point Market. The next time you travel to this facility, we recommend you purchasing our nutrient-rich eggplants. To learn more about the benefits of eating this vegetable, please consult with a member of our team. 

 

High In Antioxidants

When you choose to consume eggplants, you’ll be eating a vegetable that is high in antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances that work to protect your body from damage caused by what are known as free radicals. They can also help fight against the development of chronic diseases, making eggplants the perfect item to purchase when traveling to the Hunts Point Market.

 

Reducing The Risk Of Heart Disease

The heart is the most important organ in your body. It is responsible for pumping blood throughout your body, and any issues to it can cause serious complications. That is why keeping your heart protected is so critical. Fortunately, eating eggplants can help maintain good heart health. Studies have shown that those eating eggplants are linked to having lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels. High levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to the onset of heart disease, which indicates why eating eggplants can be so beneficial.  

 

Helping With Blood Sugar

Those who are living with blood sugar issues should seriously consider adding more eggplants to their diet. Eggplants are high in fiber, and fiber helps to slow digestion and sugar absorption into the body. Having high blood sugar levels can be devastating to your health, which is why you need to do everything in your power to regulate these issues. By purchasing our eggplants from the Hunts Point Market, you may be able to help manage your blood sugar levels better. 

 

Additional Benefits 

Eggplants are one of the most nutritional vegetables that you can purchase. Consuming them comes along with many benefits, which is why you should head over to the Hunts Point Market to pick some up now. Additional benefits of eating eggplants that we have yet to mention can include the following:

  • Aides in weight loss.
  • It can prevent certain types of cancer.
  • Eggplant can be incorporated into many different dishes.

 

E. Armata Inc. – Hunts Point Market

Here at E. Armata Inc., our team has spent years fostering a commitment to distributing the highest quality of produce available. The next time you visit the Hunts Point Market, consider our wide array of produce, especially if you’re looking for eggplants. For more information on the benefits of eggplants, be sure to contact us today.