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Llene sus fiestas navideñas de sabor con uva fresca
Last Updated on July 17, 2024 by Daily News Staff
(Family Features) La elegancia de las fiestas comienza en la mesa con comidas, postres y bebidas compartidas con los seres queridos. Este año, deje que las uvas añadan una elegancia fácil a sus recetas de temporada como un ingrediente exclusivo y perfecto para ocasiones especiales.
Como una adición muy versátil a los aperitivos, refrigerios, platos principales, guarniciones y postres, las uvas son un ingrediente esencial para tener a mano. Gracias a su delicada dulzura y jugosa textura, las uvas de California pueden ser la estrella en el centro de la mesa acompañando comidas especiales y sabrosas, como las chuletas de cerdo estofadas con miel y uvas servidas con sidra de uva con especias para una refrescante bebida para adultos.
Termine la celebración compartiendo una tarta de queso con uvas al estilo vasco, donde se usa un delicioso jugo de uva fresco en la masa de la tarta de queso para darle una dulzura natural que rezalta el sabor. Decore la parte superior con uvas frescas y jugosas para darle un toque final festivo.
Encuentre más ideas dulces para celebrar las fiestas en GrapesfromCalifornia.com.
Un dulce aperitivo para la fiesta
Prepare el ambiente para una reunión deliciosa sirviendo un aperitivo fácil y atractivo como esta bandeja de fiesta de uvas, con uvas frescas, prosciutto, quesos, pistachos y otras delicias favoritas para las fiestas. Las uvas son fáciles de incluir, ya que ofrecen una variedad de diferentes colores, formas, tamaños y texturas, lo que las convierte en un refrigerio ideal y saludable o como ingrediente en sabrosas recetas.
Chuletas de cerdo estofadas con miel especiada y uvas
Porciones: 4
- 4 chuletas de cerdo gruesas (alrededor de 3 libras)
- 4 cucharadas de harina
- 2 cucharadas de mantequilla o margarina, derretida
- 1 1/2 tazas de uvas de California, rojas o negras, enteras
- 1/3 taza de miel de abeja
- 2 palitos de canela pequeños, rotos
- 3-5 clavos de olor
- 1/2 cucharadita de jengibre molido seco
- 1/2 cucharadita de sal
- 1/4 cucharadita de pimienta negra
- 1 cucharada de menta fresca picada (opcional)
- Precaliente el horno a 325 F.
- Caliente una sartén o cazuela pesada con tapa a fuego medio-alto. Espolvoree las chuletas de cerdo con harina y dórelas lentamente en mantequilla derretida. No deje que la harina se queme.
- Retire la sartén del fuego y agregue las uvas, la miel, la canela, los clavos de olor, el jengibre, la sal y la pimienta. Cubra y coloque en el horno. Estofar lentamente de 50 a 60 minutos, o hasta que el cerdo esté tierno. Retire la carne de cerdo de la sartén y manténgala caliente. Retire la salsa de la sartén del exceso de grasa. Coloque las chuletas de cerdo en una bandeja de servir, vierta la salsa y espolvoree con menta picada, si lo desea.
Información nutricional por ración: 569 calorías; 54 g de proteína; 41 g de carbohidratos; 21 g de grasa (33% de calorías de grasa); 9 g de grasas saturadas (14% de calorías de grasas saturadas); 33% de calorías de grasa; 165 mg de colesterol; 407 mg de sodio; 1,6 g de fibra.
Tarta de queso con uvas al estilo vasco
Tiempo de preparación: 15 minutos, más enfriamiento y refrigeración
Tiempo de cocción: 40 minutos
Porciones: 12
- 2 tazas de uvas verdes de California, divididas
- 1/4 taza, más 2/3 taza, azúcar granulada, dividida
- 2 1/2 cucharadas de maicena
- 2 pizcas grandes de sal kosher
- 21 onzas de queso crema, a temperatura ambiente
- 1 taza de crema espesa o crema de leche, fría
- 4 huevos grandes, a temperatura ambiente
- 2 cucharadas de licor de naranja (opcional)
- Caliente el horno a 425 F con la rejilla en el centro. Use una hoja de papel pergamino de 12 por 16 pulgadas para forrar un molde desmontable de 9 pulgadas en el centro. Presione el papel en el borde inferior de molde y alise las arrugas alrededor de los lados. Coloque el molde en una bandeja para hornear poco profunda.
- En una mini licuadora o procesador de alimentos, mezcle 1 taza de uvas, 1/4 taza de azúcar, maicena y sal a velocidad alta hasta que quede suave, aproximadamente por 1 minuto.
- En un tazón de una batidora eléctrica equipada con paleta, bata el queso crema y el azúcar restante hasta que quede esponjoso, 1-2 minutos. Con la batidora a velocidad media, vierta gradualmente la crema espesa; raspar los lados y batir a alta velocidad hasta que la mezcla parezca crema batida suave, aproximadamente 1 minuto. Batir los huevos, uno a la vez, raspando cada vez que incorporas uno. A velocidad media, agregue gradualmente la mezcla de puré de uva; raspe y mezcle hasta que esté bien mezclado, por 1 minuto.
- Vierta la masa en el molde preparado, llévelo al horno y hornee de 38 a 40 minutos hasta que la tarta esté inflada y la parte superior esté dorada como caramelo. Aparecerán grietas alrededor de los bordes y la tarta se tambaleará cuando se toque suavemente con el dedo. Coloque el molde para tartas en una bandeja para hornear sobre una rejilla para que se enfríe. La tarta se hundirá a la mitad de su altura. Enfríe a temperatura ambiente, 1-2 horas, luego refrigere sin tapar. No saque la tarta del molde hasta que esté bien fría, al menos 5 horas o toda la noche.
- Corte las uvas restantes en mitades o en rodajas. En un tazón pequeño, combine las uvas con el licor de naranja, si lo desea, y reserve.
- Cuando esté listo para servir, retire el lado de la sartén. Retire con cuidado el papel pergamino arrugado del costado de la tarta de queso y luego pásela a un plato para servir quitando el papel del fondo de la tarta y debajo del molde mientras tira suavemente de la tarta hacia el plato y fuera del papel.
- Adorne la parte superior de la tarta de queso con la mezcla de licor de uva, si lo desea, o con uvas frescas. Corte la tarta en triángulos con un cuchillo delgado y afilado.
Nota: La tarta de queso se puede preparar hasta con 2 días de anticipación. Una vez que la tarta esté bien fría, cubra el recipiente con una envoltura de plástico hasta que esté lista para servir.
Información nutricional por ración: 350 calorías; 6 g de proteína; 25 g de carbohidratos; 26 g de grasa (67% de calorías de grasa); 15 g de grasas saturadas (39 % de calorías de grasas saturadas); 135 mg de colesterol; 200 mg de sodio; 0 g de fibra.
Sidra caliente de uva con especias
Tiempo de preparación: 20 minutos
Tiempo de cocción: alrededor de 1 hora
Porciones: 4
- 5 tazas de uvas rojas de California, más adicionales para decorar, cantidad dividida
- 3 tazas de agua
- 1 cucharada de miel de abeja
- 1 canela en rama
- 2 anís estrellado (opcional)
- 1 naranja grande
- 6 onzas de ron ámbar
- En una cacerola grande, mezcle 5 tazas de uvas con agua, miel, canela y anís estrellado, si lo desea. Lleve la mezcla a ebullición a fuego medio-alto, reduzca el fuego a medio-bajo, cubra y cocine a fuego lento hasta que las uvas estén tiernas, 50-60 minutos. Deje enfriar por 15 minutos.
- Coloque un colador de malla mediana sobre el tazón y vierta la mezcla de uvas. Presione suavemente sobre los sólidos para extraer el jugo de la fruta de aproximadamente 2 tazas de sidra de uva.
- Con el pelador, pelar una tira grande de cáscara de naranja y añadirla al zumo caliente. Dejar enfriar, tapar y refrigerar.
- Cuando esté listo para servir, caliente suavemente la sidra a fuego medio. Vierta 1/2 taza de sidra en cada taza. Agregue 1 1/2 onzas de ron y decore con un toque de naranja y una brocheta pequeña de uvas.
Información nutricional por ración: 170 calorías; 0 g de proteína; 18 g de carbohidratos; 0 g de grasa (0% de calorías de grasa); 0 g de grasas saturadas (0% de calorías de grasas saturadas); 0 mg de colesterol; 5 mg de sodio; 0 g de fibra.
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Red Bull Reveals the New Red Bull® Spring Edition Cherry Sakura
Red Bull has launched the limited-time Spring Edition Cherry Sakura, a seasonal flavor available nationwide in both sugar and sugar-free options. This new variant features a bright profile of cherry, cherry blossom, and a hint of almond. With 80mg of caffeine per 8.4 fl oz can, it aims to capture spring’s vibrant energy.
Red Bull is leaning into spring vibes in a big way.
In a Feb. 23, 2026 announcement out of Santa Monica, the brand revealed Red Bull Spring Edition Cherry Sakura—a limited-time flavor designed to match the season’s “let’s get outside” energy. The release is available nationwide now, and it’s coming in two options: with sugar and sugar-free.
What it tastes like
Red Bull describes the new Spring Edition as a layered flavor built for people who want something bright, floral, and a little unexpected.
Here’s the profile the company shared:
- Cherry
- Cherry blossom (sakura)
- A touch of almond flavor
The result sounds like a spring-forward twist—sweet and fruit-led up front, with a floral note and a light, nutty finish.
What to look for on shelves
If you’re scanning the cooler, Red Bull says the Spring Edition Cherry Sakura will be easy to spot.
The cans are packaged in:
- White-colored 8.4 fl oz and 12 fl oz individual cans
- Cherry-red lettering accents
Like other seasonal drops, this one is expected to move quickly. Red Bull notes it will be sold at retailers nationwide “while supplies last.”
Same functional ingredients, new seasonal flavor
Red Bull also emphasized that Spring Edition Cherry Sakura contains the same functional ingredients as Red Bull Energy Drink, with the difference being the limited-time taste.
For caffeine context, the company says one 8.4 fl oz can contains 80mg of caffeine, which it compares to about the same amount as a home-brewed cup of coffee.
The bigger picture: Red Bull’s scale keeps growing
Seasonal flavors have become a reliable way for major beverage brands to keep things fresh, and Red Bull’s numbers show why these launches matter.
According to the company, Red Bull Energy Drink is available in 178 countries, and more than 13.9 billion cans were consumed in 2025 alone.
Bottom line
If spring flavors are your thing—or you’re just ready for something new in the energy drink lineup—Red Bull Spring Edition Cherry Sakura is officially in the wild. It’s nationwide, it’s limited, and it’s available with sugar or sugar-free, so you can pick your lane and stock up before it disappears.
For more information, visit RedBull.com.
Source: Red Bull (PRNewswire press release, Feb 23, 2026, 07:07 ET)
Link to source: https://www.prnewswire.com/
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Borden® Cheese Wants to Crown “America’s Favorite Grilled Cheese” — and Every Vote Could Win Free Cheese for a Year
Last Updated on March 12, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Grilled cheese is one of those rare foods that feels universal: it’s quick, comforting, kid-friendly, and endlessly customizable. You can argue bread (sourdough vs. white), spreads (butter vs. mayo), and fillings (tomato? bacon? pickles?), but there’s one truth most grilled-cheese fans agree on: the cheese is what makes the sandwich.
That’s the idea behind Borden® Cheese’s newest national campaign — a nationwide search to crown “America’s Favorite Grilled Cheese.” And yes, there’s a delicious incentive: every vote is also an entry for a chance to win free Borden Cheese for a year (plus kitchen supplies to keep the melt-magic going).
How the “America’s Favorite Grilled Cheese” vote works
From now through March 24, 2026, fans can head to WinFreeBordenCheese.com to vote for one of four grilled cheese contenders.
Here’s the fun part: each vote doubles as a sweepstakes entry for the grand prize — a full year’s supply of Borden Cheese and kitchen supplies.
Borden is also offering 100 instant-win swag packs, which include Borden coupons and branded merch designed to “level up” your sandwich game.
This campaign is also the kickoff to a bigger series of sandwich celebrations leading up to National Grilled Cheese Day on April 12, 2026.
Meet the contenders: four very different takes on grilled cheese
Borden isn’t just putting one “standard” grilled cheese up against another. The four options are meant to represent a range — from classic comfort to trend-driven flavor combos.
1) The Classic
The timeless, ooey-gooey grilled cheese built with Borden American and Extra Sharp Melts on buttery white bread.
If you’re a purist, this is the lane.
2) The Spicy Big Dill
Pickles are having a moment in 2026, and this sandwich leans all the way in: Borden American Singlesand Provolone Slices paired with hot and spicy dill pickles, whipped cream cheese, and ranch seasoning.
It’s tangy, spicy, creamy, crunchy — and built for trend-watchers.
3) The Crispy Onion & BBQ
A savory, texture-forward option featuring Borden Swiss Slices, crispy fried onion strings, and a tangy BBQ sauce kick.
If you like your grilled cheese with a little “cookout energy,” this one’s calling.
4) The Mad Scientist
This is the wildcard: a grilled cheese where the bread is replaced with cheesy waffles, filled with “cheese upon cheese.”
It’s playful, over-the-top, and basically designed for anyone who believes moderation is overrated.
The bigger tease: “Borden’s Grilled Cheese of the Year”
While the public vote will determine “America’s Favorite Grilled Cheese,” Borden is also building anticipation for something else: its first-ever “Grilled Cheese of the Year.”
The brand says the final recipe will be informed by culinary trends, consumer cravings, and — of course — cheese, but the details are still under wraps. The reveal is expected as part of the lead-up to National Grilled Cheese Day (April 12).
In other words: the vote is the appetizer.
Why Borden is leaning into grilled cheese right now
Borden® Cheese has long positioned itself as a family-friendly staple — made with real milk and owned by American dairy farm families. With more than 25 distinct flavors and types, the brand is using this campaign to remind shoppers that grilled cheese isn’t just a childhood throwback; it’s a flexible, modern comfort food that can move with trends.
As Jenny Mehlman, Senior Director of Marketing, Cheese, Taste & Flavors at Dairy Farmers of America, put it: Borden is kicking off National Grilled Cheese Day early with a national call to help name “America’s Favorite,” and continuing the celebration by declaring its first-ever “Grilled Cheese of the Year.”
Want in? Here’s where to vote
If you want to weigh in (and potentially score a year of free cheese), you can vote now through March 24, 2026 at:
Whether you’re Team Classic, Team Pickle, Team BBQ, or Team Mad Scientist, this is one of those low-effort, high-reward food votes that’s actually fun.
Quick takeaway
Borden® Cheese is officially turning grilled cheese season into an event — with a national vote, instant-win swag, and a grand prize that’s basically a dairy lover’s dream.
Now the only real question is: which contender are you voting for?
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A Delightful Bite for a Bit O’ Luck
Going green for St. Patrick’s Day can stretch beyond beer, clothes and decor – it can even make its way to the dessert table. With a classic recipe and a dash of green food coloring, these Luck O’ the Irish Cupcakes offer a sweet-tooth-satisfying bite as you gather friends and family for the festivities.
A Delightful Bite for a Bit O’ Luck
(Feature Impact) Going green for St. Patrick’s Day can stretch beyond beer, clothes and decor – it can even make its way to the dessert table. With a classic recipe and a dash of green food coloring, these Luck O’ the Irish Cupcakes offer a sweet-tooth-satisfying bite as you gather friends and family for the festivities.
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Luck O’ the Irish Cupcakes
Recipe adapted from Delish
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour
Yield: 12 cupcakes
Cupcakes:
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- green food coloring
- To make cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 F and arrange rack in center of oven. Line 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. In medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- In large bowl, using handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Add egg whites and vanilla; beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add sour cream and beat until combined.
- Add half of dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Beat on low until incorporated. Add milk and beat to combine. Add remaining dry ingredients and beat until combined.
- Add batter to liners until three-quarters full. Bake 19-22 minutes, until slightly golden on top.
- Remove cupcakes from pan and cool completely.
- To make frosting: In large bowl, using handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined. Add heavy cream, vanilla and salt; beat until combined. Mix in green food coloring.
- Transfer frosting to piping bag and pipe frosting onto cupcakes.
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