Were it not for the arrival of the vibrant pomegranate in winter, I might never temporarily release my affections for summer berries.
Fortunately, this fruit is bright and juicy, like my long lost raspberries and strawberries, and almost as versatile. It certainly has a spot in my refrigerator drawer and brings a welcome crunch and a pop of color to drab winter foods.
I don’t buy into all the health claims and I don’t drink POM frequently, due to the high sugar content, but I love, love sprinkling the fruit’s arils (seeds) onto salads and sides.
Here are a few of my favorite recipes featuring pomegranate.