You've all seen the hack, well now I'm putting it to the ultimate test! I have concocted a truly decadent and delicious Quesadilla that will take the traditional Quesadilla to a whole new level! Watch my video and join me as I take you on a flavor journey!

Shopping List:
Large Tortillas
United With Earth Chopped Dates
Boursin Cheese
Brie Cheese
Cilantro & Green Onion
Rotisserie Chicken (chopped)
Pickled Red Onion
Butter

Recipe:
-Cut a Line from the Center down the middle
-Add Boursin Cheese to 1/4 of the Quesadilla
-Add Rotisserie Chicken to 1/4 of the Quesadilla
-Add Brie Cheese & Chopped Dates to 1/4 of the Quesadilla
-Add Boursin, Green Onion, Cilantro & Pickled Red Onion to the last 1/4 of the Quesadilla
-Fold over each layer and then put in a medium high heat pan with 1 tablespoon of Butter
-Cook each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown on each side and inside is heated though and melted! WOW! Flavor Overload.... ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi

Sometimes when I go to the market I see these bland OVERPRICED deli salads that just don't add anything to my meal. Why not make your own that's full of flavor, healthy & easy on the wallet! It pairs perfectly with Grilled Chicken, Fish or alongside a Burger. All you need is a few pantry staples along with a package of United With Earth's Mission Figs! Let's get cooking!

Shopping List:
United With Earth Mission Figs
Red Onions
Feta Cheese
Orzo Pasta
Your favorite Salad Dressing (Italian preferred)
Cucumber
Green Onion
Basil or Mint for Garnish

Recipe:
-Cook 1 cup Orzo Pasta in salted, boiling water for 6-8 minutes.
-While that's cooking, chop up 1/2 English cucumber (de-seeded), 1/2 red onion and 2 Green Onions.
-Drain Pasta and let it cool for 5 minutes.
-Add 1/4 cup of Salad Dressing, Veggies and mix. Add Salt & Pepper to taste, but not too much, as we're adding 1/4 cup of Feta Cheese. Store in the fridge until ready to eat. It's even better the following day!
-Garnish with Mint or Basil right before serving.
-ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi

During quarantine, sometimes you just want a restaurant style dish without having to leave your house! Well put your cooking skills to the test and try my Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Dates with Poached Eggs. It's healthy, delicious and you don't even have to change out of your pajamas! Serve with a pour-over coffee and some toasted bread to catch that yolk-y goodness and you'll be in brunch nirvana! 

Shopping List:
White Wine Vinegar
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
​Olive Oil
United With Earth Medjool Dates
Eggs
Shallots

Recipe:
-Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees and clean and cut your Brussels Sprouts in half. Add a little Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper and then roast for 20-25 minutes
-Meanwhile Sautee Shallots & Medjool Dates in 1 tablespoon of butter until tender and shallots are translucent. Add Your Brussels Sprouts and sautee for 1 more minute until combined.
-In a separate pan that's deep enough to boil some water, add some White Wine Vinegar, make a whirl motion with your spoon and then gently place the egg in the pan and poach for a couple minutes swirling to ensure the white cover the yolk. Don't be scared! If at first you don't succeed, try again! 
-Top your Brussels with Chopped Dates with your Poached Egg and voila! The perfect breakfast awaits! 
​-ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi

No carbs? No problem! I am whipping up my Chicken Lettuce Cups with tender and moist Rotisserie Chicken from the Grocery Store that is packed with flavor, and low on Carbs! My secret ingredient... Chopped Dates from United With Earth. They pack just the right amount of sweetness to balance out the flavors of the Tahini and Lemon! It's the perfect dish to make at home in-between Zoom calls! A few simple ingredients and you're good to go! Quick Tip: Chop your chicken in advance and keep it in an airtight container. It stores for up to 5 days, which will save you lots of time in the kitchen! 

Shopping List:
1 Rotisserie Chicken
Tahini
Lemon Juice
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Olive Oil
Celery
United With Earth Chopped Dates
Radish
Avocado
Butter Lettuce
Red Onion (Pickled Red Onion Preferred)
Cilantro & Green Onion for Garnish

Recipe:
-Mix 1 tablespoon Tahini, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil and the juice of half a Lemon together in a medium bowl
-Add Salt & Pepper to taste
-Add your chopped Rotisserie Chicken
-Mix and serve in washed & dried Butter Lettuce Cups
-Top with Cilantro, sliced Avocado, Green Onion and Pickled Red Onion
-ENJOY! 

With Love, Penny Davidi

Last minute guests and need something sweet to add to the dinner table? Make something unique and in less than 10 minutes you'll have a deliciously addictive dessert that will impress your guests using only 1 pack of United With Earth's Snack Pack! 

Shopping List:
Snack pack dates rolled in Coconut & Almond
Medjool dates pitted
1 cup melted milk chocolate
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup shaved coconut
¼ cup pistachio paste
¼ cup feta cheese 
¼ cup crushed pistachios 

Recipe:
-On a double broiler melt your chocolate
-Remove the pits from your dates
-Dip dates rolled in coconuts into melted chocolate and set on parchment paper. Sprinkle with toasted nuts and others with shaved coconut
-stuff your pitted medjool dates with pistachio paste and feta cheese, topped with crushed toasted pistachios
-Refrigerate until chocolate has firmed up and serve
-Serve with an after dinner cocktail or tea and ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi 

Is there really a better smell than something baking in the oven? I don't think so! My Chocolate Banana Date Bread is simply delicious and with the addition of Date Sugar instead of White Sugar, it's somewhat healthier as well.... I said SOMEWHAT! Anyway you slice this bread, it's sure to be a warm welcome to anytime coming over for tea of coffee! Add this to your arsenal of fresh baked recipes for years to come! 

Shopping List:
2 ripe bananas
1tsp. baking soda
1tsp. vanilla extract
¼ cup melted butter
1 egg
¼ cup chocolate chips
½ cup date sugar
¼ cup chopped dates
2 cups of flour
Pinch of salt 

Recipe:
-Preheat oven to 425 degrees to bake for 50min 
-Line using parchment paper a loaf pan, butter it first then put in paper 
-Mash up 2 bananas
-Add melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda and salt
-Slowly add in flour and mix well
-Pour mixture into loaf pan and bake for 50min on 425 degrees 
-Remove onto rack and let it cool before you cut into it
-Serve with a cup of coffee & ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi

A breakfast of champions awaits with my Granola Bowl with Chopped Dates, United With Earth's BRAND NEW product! This sleek new bag contains plenty of chopped dates to get you though the week, especially if you're making this fun recipe! 

Shopping List:
1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (any kind of yogurt will do)
½ teaspoon date sugar
1 tablespoon chopped dates
1 tablespoon almond butter
1 tablespoon blueberries
½ cup sliced bananas
¼ cup chopped walnuts


Recipe:
-In your serving bowl mix your yogurt and date sugar
-Top off with dates, Fruit & Nuts, Almond butter and serve. ENJOY! 

With Love, Penny Davidi

I’m sharing with you one of my favorite appetizers! You’ve seen Avocado Toast & Ricotta Toast... well here is my Labne Toast! That’s right, delicious Labne (cheese/yogurt) topped with braised Medjool Dates by United With Earth. This sweet & savory combination is the perfect way to start any meal, especially when paired with a chilled glass of Rosé! Cheers!

Shopping List:
United With Earth Medjool Dates
Labne
Bread of your choice
Fig Glaze
Fresh Mint 
Sesame Seeds
Porcini Mushrooms
Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon of Butter

Recipe:
-Toast your favorite Bread
-Spread on the Labne, and top with Salt & Pepper
-Top off with your braised Mushrooms & Dates in Butter
-Add some Olive Oil to the top, along with fresh Mint
-Add Sesame Seeds for added texture
​-ENJOY with a glass of chilled wine!

With Love, Penny Davidi

Need a quick 5 minute recipe to jumpstart your day?! My Medjool Shake with Oatmilk, Almond Butter, Frozen Banana & Fage Yogurt is the perfect morning treat that’s healthy and delicious! Add a little granola for added texture and you’re good to go! If you want to make this vegan, simply replace Greek yogurt with almond or coconut yogurt!

Shopping List:
1/2 Cup Oat Milk
1 Frozen Banana
​1 scoop Almond or Peanut Butter
Granola
United With Earth Medjool Dates
Fage Yogurt

Recipe:
-Add Oat Milk, Frozen Banana, Fage Yogurt, Almond Butter & Ice to the blender and then pour and top with some Granola for added texture and deliciousness! The perfect morning awaits! ENJOY!

With Love, Penny Davidi

I’m in the United With Earth test kitchen cooking one of my favorite breakfast dishes! Sautee United With Earth Medjool Dates in butter, fry 3 eggs, add a little salt & pepper, maybe some feta cheese, top with fresh mint and toast up your favorite bread for an incredible (and easy) Sunday Brunch dish you and your family will fall in love with! Enjoy! 

Shopping List:
3 Eggs
Salt & Pepper
United With Earth Organic Medjool Dates
Mint Leaves
1 Tablespoon of Butter
Toasted Bread of your choice

Recipe:
-Sautee pitted Medjool Dates in butter till softened 
-Add Eggs one at a time and cook till over easy
-Add Salt & fresh cracked Black Pepper
-Serve on a Plate and add torn Mint Leaves 
-Served with Toasted Bread of your choice
-Pour a cup of coffee and ENJOY the morning! 

With Love, Penny Davidi