The thermometer will reach a scorching 90 degrees this summer. What’s your strategy to cool off?

Try rich, creamy frozen desserts that will leave your body cool and your taste buds hot. Complete your elegant summer soirée by treating your guests to a decadent a refreshing Apple Walnut Granita or a velvety Chocolate Walnut Gelato.

Walnuts are also being showcased in many products available at grocery stores everywhere. Try La Rocca’s mouthwatering Walnut Caramel Pear Cake available at Loblaws or Sobeys stores or the new Spinach and Fruit Salad available at A&P stores that combine fresh strawberries, red and yellow peppers, blueberries, walnuts and Craisins.

Do you have a favourite product that contains California walnuts? Email the name of that product and where you buy it to rbrown@fayeclack.com and you could win an autographed copy of the best seller Ultimate Foods for Ultimate Health... and don’t forget the chocolate by registered dietitian Liz Pearson and home economist Mairlyn Smith.

FEATURE RECIPE:

Chocolate Walnut Gelato
Perfect for any summer soirée, this light dessert will leave you feeling both refreshed and satisfied. The not-too-sweet chocolate flavour with a hint of orange zest and crunch of California walnuts is a frozen treat that is sure to be a favourite for grown-up tastes.

Click below to see these other healthy recipes:

Maple Walnut Terrine Dream
Apple Walnut Granita
Frozen Banana Walnut Toffee Pie
Rosemary Walnut Ice Cream

ENJOY!
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