Chocolate Tart with Candied Citrus

A week ago I posted Candied Citrus for Sweet Desserts and I wanted to give an example of what you can do with these luscious bits of fruit.  From the pretzel crust (salty) to the chocolate filling (sweet) to the candied citrus it was pure heaven!  This recipe is adapted from a The Taste of the … Continue reading

Cooking Tidbits – Grilling Fish

How do you keep your fresh fish from sticking to your grill? citrus fruit such as oranges, limes or lemons Place a few thin slices of your fruit on the grill.  Use whatever best complements the flavor of the fish you are grilling.  You will sacrifice the grill marks; however you will get extra flavor from the … Continue reading

Sugared Fruits and Candied Flowers

Sometimes I will make sugared fruits to decorate a special roast or a big turkey during the holidays. See Fruit Garland for a Turkey.  The flowers look fantastic with desserts.   See below for another way to sugar fruits (Oct. 23, 2013 update). small red or green grape clusters, whole cranberries, key limes, edible flowers such as Johnny-Jump-Ups, rose … Continue reading

Simmering Potpourri Spices

I like to make this during the fall and winter months.  Then I will put some of the mixture in some water and simmer on top of the stove (careful not to let the water boil away) or in one of those potpourri holders with a candle.  This is a good way to get rid of kitchen … Continue reading