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Mariposa Plum

Uses

A classic example of the perfect plum....juicy, sweet flesh encased by a tart skin. The heirloom Mariposa variety, grown in Central California, yeilds plentiful fruit for its size because of its small seed. A great source of fibre, simply eat out of hand for a healthy snack or try them poached for an easy dessert.

Melissa’s Mariposa Plums are a unique heirloom variety grown in California. Mariposa Plums are larger than most other plum varieties with a small pit, providing more flesh. When you bite into this heirloom plum, you will find succulent red-flesh that is sweet and juicy. Mariposa Plums are a delightful treat with their nearly freestone pit and soft flesh. The slightly maroon speckles over light green skin clearly identify the Mariposa Plum from other varieties. This plum variety is mostly enjoyed ripe and fresh; however, it can be mixed with other heirloom summer treats for a nice fruit salad, used in sweet green salads or even atop a cool summer dessert.

Selection, Storage & Handling

They may bruise easily when ripened; handle with care. To ripen plums, hold at 65 - 70º. They are ripe when they give under gentle pressure. Note: Plums are sensitive to ethylene producing fruits and vegetables.

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