Did you know that lemons are sweeter than strawberries? That’s not an April Foo1. They have 70% sugar, while strawberries have 40%. Lemons are sour because of citric acid, 3 to 6 percent.
“APRIL FOOL, n. The March fool with another month added to his folly.”
~ Ambrose Bierce – The Devil’s Dictionary
There are several reasons to celebrate this April. If you haven’t done your taxes yet, the US government is giving you an extra three days! Earth Day and Arbor Day are only four days apart, so let’s do what we can for this planet we call home. Let’s help nature on Arbor Day and appreciate nature.
- April Fool’s Day – April 1
- Tax Day – April 18
- Earth Day – April 22
- Arbor Day – April 26
We have some recipes you will like and products we recommend.
Recipes
- Frozen Lemon Slices
- Salmon Croquettes
- Orange and Cashew Salad
- Chinese Lemon Chicken
- Dulce de Leche Lemon Meringue Pie for dessert
Helpful Products
Lemon Recipes
Frozen Lemon Slices
When life gives you lemons, slice them and freeze them. Then, you can use them for drinks or include them in recipes that call for lemon juice. It’s a win-win!
Salmon croquettes are crispy and flavorful patties that are easy to make. They are gluten-free because potatoes are used as the binder, not flour.
My adopted mother, Helen Reeves Pearson, gave me this Orange and Cashew salad recipe. It’s very easy to make and a favorite for spring.
Dessert
Dulce de Leche Lemon Meringue Pie
A different take on the traditional lemon meringue pie. Its caramelly goodness will make it a favorite dessert.
Video
What makes chili peppers hot? Where is the pith? Find out why recipes often call for chili peppers with their seeds removed. Hint: It’s the pith and only the seeds because they are next to the pith. Watch the video and learn more.
Exclusive Recipe
Chinese Lemon Chicken
If you love lemons, you will love Baked Chinese Lemon Chicken. Use some of the frozen sliced ones for this dish.
Recommendations
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*Flexible Cutting Boards
When you flash freeze foods like burgers, a flexible cutting board makes them easy to remove. To prevent cross-contamination, use different colors for different foods: meats are red, poultry is yellow, fish is blue, and vegetables are green.
Slow Cooker Cookbook
Slow cookers are great for overnight caramelized onions, but they are also the way to go if you want a fully cooked meal when you get home after a long day and don’t have a maid. This book has lots of tricks for using a slow cooker for two.