Tag: Fruit

Maple Huckleberry Loaf

The kitchen is a great place to spend time when autumn arrives. Cooler days often find me there baking. When the temperature drops it is nice to turn the oven on and find new ways to use the fall produce decorating my countertops. I found this beautiful quick bread/coffee cake […]

A fresh ripe peach half topped with Huckleberry Thyme Sauce and a big dollop of sweetened whipped cream.

Huckleberry Thyme Sauce

A perfectly ripe peach half, topped with Huckleberry Thyme Sauce, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of maple sugar is a perfect summertime dessert. But don’t stop there. Wild Huckleberry Sauce is also delicious spooned over pears, ice cream or meringue cookies and even pairs well with roast chicken or pork.

Spiked Watermelon – Martha’s Way

Ever had a spiked watermelon? I have heard about them time and again, told by friends with a wistful glint in their eye, but I had never thought to make one myself. I’m not all that fond of the ingredients I’d heard they were spiked with and I didn’t really […]

Streusel Topped Little Peach Pie in white pie dish

A Little Peach Pie

Find some ripe peaches. Slice them and gently toss with a little flour, sugar and cinnamon. Arrange them in a crust. Top them with a little streusel and bake. Believe me, you will be glad you did.

Cantaloupe Salsa and Sweet Strawberry Salsa are both served with crispy chips on a wooden tray.

Cantaloupe Salsa

Beautiful, ripe cantaloupe pairs with crisp jicama, a spicy serrano pepper and lime juice in this appealing Cantaloupe Salsa. Serve this pretty salsa with crunchy tortilla chips for an appealing appetizer.

Coconut Banana Bread Pudding

It wasn’t until about a year ago that I was introduced to my first bite of Bread Pudding. I had heard of it but it didn’t sound all that appealing to me for some reason. Maybe it was the idea that it was made from stale bread. Maybe it was […]

Coconut Banana Yeast Bread

Ever since I made Java Monkey Muffins a few weeks ago I have been thinking about the taste of banana bread laced with the flavor of coconut and a hint of ginger. I have been wondering why I haven’t happened across more recipes with that flavor combination. Suddenly, to me, […]

Java Monkey Muffins

Made with luscious coconut and sweet ripe bananas, Java Monkey Muffins balance delicious tropical flavor notes with a dash of ginger and a jolt of chocolate and espresso. The result is a study in happy contrasts that will brighten the start of any day!

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple with Macadamia Nuts and strips of ham.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple with Macadamia Nuts

This delicious side dish pairs sweet potatoes with pineapple and macadamia nuts. The flavor suggests warm island breezes. Both the sweet potatoes and the pineapple are brushed with a savory herbed balsamic dressing and roasted, then tossed with candied macadamia nuts for a contrasting crunch.

Poached Pears filled with marinated red fruit and topped with chopped mint served being eaten with a spoon.

Poached Pears with Red Fruit and Ginger

I saw several illustrations of poached pears, one whole and one halved, and both were so beautiful. The curve of their side, the color of their delicate flesh, the expected and yet surprisingly lyrical asymmetry of their form…