The summer herald of fruit is berries! I love all kinds of berries and blackberries is one of my favorites. Blackberries differ slightly from black raspberries as they do a bit of a soft stem in them.
One of the first perennials in the garden to come up in the spring is Rhubarb. These tart red stalks are delicious combined with strawberries in a dessert.
Mother’s Day is rapidly approaching. What mother doesn’t love flowers and candy? So why not combine the two! These delicious Strawberry Cream Chocolate Roses have a wonderful strawberry flavor and a lovely eye appeal. It’s flowers and candy all in one!
Sourdough Cornbread made with Masa Cornmeal and topped with sauted veggies is so good served with a piping hot bowl of chili. Hidden in the bread is some sweet corn which give it a wonderful texture. In my thinking, cornbread must always be served with some diced jalapenos.
Do you want a simple refreshing light desert? This Creamy Strawberry Jell-O Dessert is so tasty you won’t even know it is light in calories!
Hot Cross Buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday in various countries of the world. These spiced sweet buns mark the end of Lent with the cross representing the crucifixion and the spices Jesus burial. Sourdough Hot Cross Buns are a delicious spin off of the traditional yeast recipe and chockful of raisins and spices.
Potatoes have been a staple in many countries for years. Did you know there are over 200 varieties of potatoes sold throughout the United States? The potatoes featured in this recipe are Yukon Golds. These potatoes have a lovely yellow color and a buttery flavor. Air Fried Potatoes Wedges are so good it is hard to stop with just a few. The outside layer is a bit crisp and the inside melt-in-your-mouth tender!
Sourdough Challah! What could be better than a soft, slightly sweet braided loaf of bread. This bread is enriched with eggs and is delicious served with just a pat of salted butter.
Spring is in the air as the days are longer, the sun is warmer, and of course time to start thinking of planting my garden. One veggie you will always find in my garden is eggplants. I love eating them in all kinds of ways.
Hot Cross Buns are an Easter Tradition dating bake to the 1500’s. Enriched with eggs, raisins or currents, and a bit of dairy these buns are a pleasure to eat.
