Happy summer! I’m Jeanne Fratello and I’m thrilled to be one of Stemilt’s Crisp Collaborators. I write a blog called Jolly Tomato where I focus on great recipes made with fresh produce. I love all of Stemilt’s products and I can’t wait to share with you all of my favorite ways to enjoy them. We […]

Learn this cutting technique to make a simple and delicious pear dessert

Do You Love Bagels? What if I told you that you could make homemade bagels in 30 minutes that require no boiling and no yeast? Still don’t believe there’s such a thing as easy vegan baking? We’re here to share with you today that it is possible! By the end of this blog, you’ll be […]

How to Make a Green Apple Smoothie There’s nothing quite like starting your day with a refreshing smoothie. The burst of flavor and nutrients can instantly elevate your mood and energy levels! Especially when it comes to this Sour Apple Smoothie, that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This recipe brings together the crisp tartness […]

Anytime you walk into the produce section of a grocery store, you’re going to find fruit from all different places from all different growers! We’re fortunate to have such an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetable to choose from, but sometimes, it can get hard to tell them apart or know which is the best. […]

Combine a warm, toasty cinnamon apple filling wrapped in a soft, flaky dough and you have yourself the perfect Apple Dumplings for anytime of the year. Something tells me that this recipe is the perfect way to integrate those tart Granny Smith apples that have been patiently sitting in your fridge, waiting to be turned […]

A plate of crisp, sweet apple slices always goes over well with my kids. But drizzle and pile on their favorite toppings, and a good snack becomes an extra-special treat—and still a healthy one too! These Apple Nachos are a fun twist on peanut butter and apples, one of my kids’ favorite snack combos. I […]

The Ultimate Go-To Guide Thanksgiving has to be one of my favorite holidays of the year, but maybe not for the reason you think. I love my family time and it’s always a blessing to celebrate the holidays with them. But you’ll find me waiting by the kitchen for the first smells of cooked turkey, […]

We asked our Crisp Collaborator Laura Scherb to help us give our World Famous Bartlett pears a front and center stage, and she delivered. This Pear Frangipane Galette is a simple, but elegant recipe that works well with puff pastry or pre-made pie crusts. Perfect for a fall dinner party! A Favorite Fall Dessert I […]