Why Dates are the Perfect Pantry Staple
It’s date season at Sphinx Date Co. Palm and Pantry! With fresh dates in stock and available for order online (holiday gifting time is just around the corner, by the way… hint, hint), Sphinx Date Co. is sharing all the great reasons why dates are the perfect pantry staple.
They Have a Long Shelf Life — Dates can be stored in the pantry for three months at room temperature, in the fridge for up to a year and long beyond that if they are frozen. Regardless of where they are kept, it’s important to seal them in an airtight container to preserve freshness. So stock up and have a date handy whenever needed — for practically any need.
They’re a Natural Sugar Substitute — Dates truly are nature’s candy. When they’re ripe and soft, they’re the perfect solution to a sweet craving without caving into a sugary snack. While they are delectable all by themselves, they’re also versatile enough to be used in place of white sugar in baking recipes, added to smoothies, chopped up and served on yogurt parfaits or even ice cream with a little pure maple syrup… the options are endless!
They’re Full of Nutrients — These little dates pack a powerful punch of minerals and nutrients. They are a good source of complex carbs, fiber and potassium and contain vitamin B6, iron, and magnesium in each serving. Try pairing a few dates with a banana before a workout to power through a hardcore sweat session or enjoy that combo after leaving the gym to refuel the body in a healthy, natural (and yes, delicious) way.
They Add Flavor and Texture to Recipes and Dishes — Dates can level up a variety of ordinary dishes such as salads and pastas and can be incorporated into favorite Mediterranean or Indian recipes. They’re also quite at home on a beautifully presented charcuterie board. This is an easy item to put together when unexpected guests drop by, and all it takes is some artfully arranged pantry and/or refrigerator staples such as rolled deli meats, cured meats, or salamis, a selection of cheeses, nuts, other dried fruits (cranberries or apricots for example), jams (fig or cherry), stone mustard, honey, olives, and crusty bread or crackers. The great thing about a charcuterie board is that each one can be as different as the next and completely customized to each person’s preferences.
Tis the season to stock up on freshly harvested dates at Sphinx Date Co.! Stop into the Palm and Pantry today or shop online anytime.