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Minneola Tangelo is
a cross between a tangerine and a grapefruit, it's easy to recognize by its large size and slightly elongated "neck" on one end.The fruit resembles a tangerine and is easy to peel. It is the most popular tangelo.
Large and somewhat bell-shaped, Minneola Tangelos are juicy and seedless. Minneola Tangelos make an excellent addition to any salad or main dish, and are delightful as a healthy snack.
Alternative Name(s): Honeybell. Approximate Season (may vary):
Taste Characteristics: Unique, delicious, distinctive flavor, rich, tart and aromatic.
Peel Characteristics: Bright reddish-orange with a smooth, fine texture.
Internal Characteristics: Medium orange interior; seedless.
Origin: Cross between a Duncan grapefruit and Dancy tangeerine by W. T. Swingle, T.R. Robinson, and
E.M. Savage at USDA in Florida, 1931.
Suggested Uses: Peel or cut into points, wheels or smiles. Eat as a snack or use in salads, as a garnish or as
an ingredient in a main or side dish.
Here are some good sites for Minneola Tangelo and other
similiar citrus.
http://food2.epicurious.com/e_eating/e02_wintering/winterfruit/honeybell.html
http://www.fred.ifas.ufl.edu/citrus/specials.html
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