blood orange

my favorite fruit

sanguinello blood orange

along the winter

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colorful smoothie

juicy vitamin C resource

all kinds of citrus

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a hot beverage

pressed lemon and ginger

a winter ritual

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There are three varieties of blood oranges: the Tarocco, the Sanguinello and the Moro. Of these, the Tarocco has the greatest popularity in Europe and is grown primarily in Italy. It might not always have the darkest red coloring, and some resemble more traditional oranges. In taste, however, this variety is often considered superior to the other.

The Sanguinello grown in Spain is almost seedless. It tends to have a deeper red color. The Moro most commonly grown in the United States tends to have the darkest flesh. If you are going for that deep crimson in juices or dishes prepared with a blood orange, the Moro might be the best choice.

These oranges are often used for the color that they provide to a variety of dishes. A salad made with blood and regular oranges can be a beautiful dish. Orange juice made with them is often a dark, strong color and can be used to heighten the drama of a smoothie or a mimosa.

Slices of these oranges can garnish vanilla ice cream or provide an essential ingredient to a fruit salsa. They can also give a distinct color to citrus tarts. Most recipes for these oranges are usually sweet, such as desserts or drinks, but blood oranges also can make excellent garnishes for savory dishes.