Today, July 14th is the last day of Wimbledon which has been going on in England since June 24th this year. The tennis championships marks its 137th year of competition making it the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. One of the traditions besides tennis is their Strawberries and Cream dessert which … Continue reading
As time goes by I am making more of my own salad dressings, versus using bottled varieties from the grocery store. There is so much flexibility in making your own vinaigrette or salad dressing using preferred ingredients (often healthier) of your choice. You can make your own vinegar, use the oil you like, type of … Continue reading
For Easter this past year I decided to make a fresh fruit platter. The berries are beginning to “taste” better and I thought this would be the perfect light addition to our meal. Add a few nuts, some chocolate eggs and a delicious creamy strawberry dip. This is the old-fashioned recipe with Cool Whip, Marshmellow … Continue reading
Fruit in some form is frequently a part of every meal I serve, especially when entertaining. I might just have a bowl of fresh fruit such as apples, grapes or oranges; serve fruit as a salad over greens or have something a little fancier such as these summer berries topped with a yogurt seasoned with … Continue reading
It’s strawberry season in Michigan once again and the berries are small but so juicy and delicious. I make all kinds of recipes using these beautiful berries including Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Jam, Strawberry Cream Cake with Nasturtiums, Strawberry Scuffins, Smoothies, even a Strawberry Tiramisu. Of course they are always good in salads, or with fruit dips … Continue reading
Are you looking for a simple and sweet treat for the Memorial Day weekend? Give Buddy Valastro’s, or The Cake Boss, strawberries a try. These are delicious 🙂 I’m linking these sweet treats to Fiesta Friday #121.
I usually have these three fruits frozen on hand so, in Midwest Living Taste of Summer 2015 I was able to make these recently. Just delicious…
This recipe appeared in a Better Homes and Garden magazine and has a different twist. They have lots of fresh strawberries inside and outside and then drizzled with a little icing to add more sweetness. Of course I cannot forget about the strawberry jelly filling in the middle which really makes these scuffins special! … Continue reading
This is a delightful punch that can be made any time of the year and not just in May. This traditional wine is an old libation originating in Germany and is consumed throughout Europe. I was surprised how many countries celebrate May Day as a springtime celebration with their own unique customs. Not only do … Continue reading
A summer cannot go by without making homemade shortcakes topped with Michigan strawberries and whipped cream. The strawberries this year were the best that I can recall in a long time. They were so big, red and juicy and paired great with fresh shortcakes. Sometimes I like to make a pound cake but I usually … Continue reading