Blueberry Plum Strudel
This is not your traditional strudel but by far my favorite. The juicy plums go so well with the crushed amaretto cookies and on top of that this strudel is even easier to make than the apple one! Continue reading
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Blueberry Peach Tart
Actually this blueberry peach tart is easier than pie – literally! I even used a pizza pan to bake it in since the fruit is spread out more and consequently the bottom of the crust stays crisper. The buckwheat crust lends a pleasantly nutty flavour and the juicy peaches and blueberries pair together perfectly. Other than less gluten in the crust the filling too uses practically no sugar – only a touch of maple syrup to bring out the natural sweetness of the fruit. Perfect with a dollop of whipped cream on top. Continue reading
Mini Cheesecakes
These little mini cheesecakes make a perfect and easy to serve dessert for the Fourth of July. The fresh berries add a refreshing splash of color too. Continue reading
Oat Pancakes with Mulberry Sauce
I was inspired by Alice Water’s recipe to make my own Oat Pancakes with Mulberry Sauce. Yesterday I saw mulberries for the first time at our local farmer’s market. I was reminded of the mulberry bush we have in our front yard back in Minnesota. Flocks of birds would always manage to devour all the berries before we could pick them. So here was my chance to make something out of them! Since they’re not easy to find, at least around here, you can substitute them with blueberries or any other berry you like.
Apple Dumplings
These apple dumplings are literally “easier than pie”. They are basically pie crust wrapped around an apple. No peeling or chopping apples here. They make perfect and tidy single portions. The incredible flaky crust is unlike the usual pie crust due to a couple of “secret” ingredients you’ll find in my recipe. Continue reading
Three Berry Smoothie
The main ingredients in this three berry smoothie are blueberries, raspberries and strawberries. These healthy berries are bursting with anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins. Use your imagination – you could substitute other fruits too. Also a couple of tablespoons of oatmeal flakes can turn this into a great instant breakfast. Throw everything into the blender and press the button! Of course the edible flower is only a decoration. Continue reading
Ice Cream Scones
Ice- cream cones for breakfast? No, not exactly, it’s actually ice-cream scones! That is scones made from melted ice-cream (especially chocolate if you have any left over lurking in a corner of your freezer and you don’t know what to do with it). Make these scones using the same recipe of “Controversial Cream Scones” in this blog substituting about half the quantity of cream with melted ice-cream. The rest is easy as pie as you’ll see in the directions! Continue reading
Blueberry and Lime Risotto
This Blueberry and Lime Risotto is a delicious combination of fruity flavours. it’s a great risotto recipe for the summer months. Continue reading
Star Spangled Eclairs
These easy Star Spangled Eclairs make a quick and delicious 4th of July dessert and a decorative center piece on your table at the same time. If you can find ready made eclair shells there will be practically no work involved. Just fill and decorate! Continue reading
Rustic Fruit Tarts
These bite-sized rustic fruit tarts have a crispy hazelnut crust filled with an easy to make lemon curd. Their thimble size makes them a perfect finger food. Here I topped them with blueberries, strawberries and pomegranate – but the choice of fruit is limitless. Continue reading