Did you know?Passionfruit, native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina, is named after its flower which comes from one of the hundred species of the passion flower. Passionfruit is actually a type of berry which is sweet-sour, very aromatic and seedy. It varies from dark purple to golden yellow and may be round or long like a banana. Although it started in tropical climates, passionfruit is now grown in places like California and Florida.

Passionfruits also have some great health benefits. They're rich in iron but, while the body does not absorb fruit-based iron well, it also contains vitamin C which is known to enhance iron absorption. A single-fruit serving of passionfruit provides around 2 grams of fiber —a lot for such a small fruit. Passionfruit peel supplements have anti-inflammatory effects. They may benefit people with asthma and arthritis. Passionfruit also contains a lot of antioxidants. In particular, it’s rich in vitamin C, beta carotene, and polyphenols.

It’s a good thing passionfruit is so delicious because, when it’s cut in half, the gelatinous interior is not so appealing. Once cut, the pulp and the edible seeds can be scooped out using a spoon. They can be eaten as is or used in a variety of recipes. The fruit is tart, so it’s usually combined with other ingredients.

When choosing passionfruit, opt for those that are heavy for their size. When the fruit is heavy, that means it has plenty of moisture inside. The skin of the passionfruit will be wrinkly when it’s ripe. If you get one with smooth skin, make sure it has a little give to it when you squeeze it. If it does, you can leave it on the counter for three to five days to ripen up.

Passionfruit is versatile. It can be made sweet or savory, used as an ingredient in a dessert or a main dish, and made into a juice that can be used in several ways. It can be combined with sweeteners and used in frozen desserts or pies. It can be used with other fruit in salsas and salads. It can be added to sangria or alcoholic drinks for a touch of tartness. It is even a popular component in hot sauce in some spicy dishes.

Stop by to pick up our new, exclusive whole-fruit passionfruit filling and try it today!

Hello,Did you all enjoy this winter as much as we did? The great weather played a part and made it easy to slip right into full-scale Purim prep here at The Peppermill.

We’ve got our gorgeous selection of shalach manos packages wrapped and ready for you. This year, we’ve stepped up for those who need extra special gifts, and for corporate customers looking for unique shalach manos to wow their favorite suppliers and customers. Photos can be seen here and on our website, or view them on display in the store.

As always, we’re fully-stocked with cookie cutters, chocolate molds and all the decorating supplies you need to bring your creative ideas to life. Try our new collection of fantastic gourmet fillings in a variety of flavors from chocolate to fruit, and up your shalach manos treats.

We’ve got 10 new recipe cards for Purim and Pesach to add to your growing collection of our tried-and-true recipes. Two new recipes are right here in these pages but you will want the convenient cards too.

Soon after Purim, we head on to Pesach - and all the preparation that comes along with it. We’ve polled customers to ask which items they find most important for Pesach cooking. Read on for their timely advice. This year’s Pesach promo giveaways are handy gadgets you will use again and again—and think of us every time! Plus there are pre-Pesach specials you don’t want to miss.

Our spring schedule is really exciting this year! Read on for details on our hands-on classes and free demos. Wishing all a delicious Purim and a beautiful Pesach!

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Volume 22 | Issue 4Spring 2020

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To prepare your gilded hazelnuts, place some luster dust into a small container. Add the whole hazelnuts and close the lid. Shake to coat, Set aside.Prepare 30 truffle cups. Melt the semisweet chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Add the Ferrerolato filling, ground hazelnuts and confectioners’ sugar. Mix to combine. Place mixture into a disposable pastry bag. Fill the truffle cups 3/4 full with chocolate mixture. Melt the bittersweet chocolate coating and place in a disposable pastry bag. Fill the truffle cup with the chocolate until you have a smooth level top. Top with gilded nuts. Storage airtight at room temperature.

For the pie Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Place in a medium saucepan and add the orange juice. Add water to just cover. Season with salt and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, mash and cool 10 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F.

Heat oil in a small frying pan and sauté diced onions until golden, stirring frequently. Add to sweet potatoes. Add mayonnaise, eggs and potato starch. Mix well and season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread mixture in an 8-9” square baking dish. Bake 30 minutes or until top is set.

For the lattice Mix 2 cups potatoes with oil and broth. Add egg and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Place potato mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe potato mixture across the top of the pie in a pretty design.

Return pie to the oven for an additional 30 minutes. Brush oil over the lattice and bake 10 minutes longer or until golden. Remove from oven and serve hot.

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For the sweet potato pie3 lb. sweet potatoes (4 large)1/2 c. orange juiceKosher salt to taste1 small onion, dicedPesach oil for frying 2 T. mayonnaise (homemade or bought)

2 eggs2 heaping T. potato starchFreshly-ground pepper to tasteFor the potato lattice2 c. leftover mashed potatoes or 2 potatoes, peeled and boiled1 T. Pesach oil1/2 c. chicken broth1 eggKosher salt and pepper to tasteMore oil for brushing

Pesach cakes contain very little starch and rely on the right pan for perfect results. A traditional tube pan with little feet allows you to cool the cake upside down so you get beautiful, tall cakes every time.

Lots of vegetables need slicing throughout Pesach. For a faster way to do it, go with a Zyliss Mandoline Slicer. It gives you options for different thicknesses and comes with a safety holder to help avoid mishaps.

Customer Picks The stuff you love for Pesach!

Many have the tradition to peel all fruits and vegetables used over Pesach. Having the right peelers make this job easy. Oxo to the rescue with a set of 3 peelers—regular, serrated for soft skin and julienne for shredding and stir fries—great for Pesach side dishes.

Eiyer kichel has become a popular addition to Pesach snacks. It’s tasty and contains much less sugar than other baked goods. Using a Silicone Baking Mat and Offset Metal Spatula helps make this baking project quick and easy.

Plastic counters can be annoying on Pesach. Hot Spot Silicone Trivets to the rescue! Keep a few on your counter to stop all the pots coming off the stove from melting your disposable countertops.

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Love using your cast iron pan but hate the cleanup? The new Knapp Chainmail Scrubber will not remove seasoning so your next steak tastes as good as the last one.

As the destination for all that’s new in the baking world, we’re always on the lookout. Before you begin your Purim baking, check out our new fillings in mouth-watering flavors like Ferrerolato, Nocillato and Biscoloti. We also have new dairy fillings and whole fruit fillings like Strawberry, Cherry and Passionfruit.

In recent years, eiyer kichel has become a popular snack for Pesach. Now, we’ve come up with a tool to make it pretty as well as tasty. Use our new Betty Bossi Pastry Rollers to cut and create Pesach kichel that you'll be proud to serve to your guests.

The Brilliance Bundt Pan has become so popular that Nordicware added 2 new sizes to the collection. Try the Brilliance 6 cup Bundt or Brilliance Mini Bundts—perfect for shalach manos.

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The classic wing corkscrew gets a sleek remake from Rabbit. Give a Rabbit RBT Corkscrew to your favorite wine connoisseur this Purim.

Making homemade mayo for Pesach just got easier! Try our new Betty Bossi Mayonnaise Maker and you just may make your own mayo all year long!

Satinice keeps up with cake- decorating trends. Their new Mirror Glaze makes it easy to create professionally-decorated cakes without the fuss. Certified by the OK, Rabbi Levy.

If schmaltz is traditional in your home for Pesach, you know it can get messy. Try an EVO Oil Spray Bottle for ease and convenience. Available in a variety of colors; in plastic, glass or stainless steel.

Take your chocolate log to the next level with our Log Insert Kit. Make 1 flavor or two flavor inserts, tuck into your larger log mold - and wait for the rave reviews.

Once you’re done cleaning for Pesach, keep your house smelling delicious with Greenleaf Potpourri Sachets. The newest version comes with a little paper stand on the back of the envelope so it stands on a shelf anywhere you need it. Available in lots of scents.

Half a lemon? Half an onion? Plastic bags just don’t get the job done. Try the new Oxo Veggie Keepers for any size vegetable. Slim and compact, these keepers are airtight and easy to clean.

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