Flavor of the Week: Persimmon sweetens dishes from entrées to dessertsFlavor of the Week: Persimmon sweetens dishes from entrées to desserts

Persimmon is a versatile fruit whose jammy, sweet flesh can be used in pies, breads and even protein-based entrées like chicken or duck. While it’s considered a premium ingredient, it’s making gains on restaurant menus, with 121-percent growth over the past four years.