Juicy peaches and tart sweet blueberries make a perfect combination – and keeps with the old saw what grows together goes together, as we move into peak season for both fruits. I love the combination in a crumble or a cobbler, like this saucy version, but a convenient handheld version is perfect for summer grilling parties or picnics. Not only are these delicious, but … [Read more...] about Peach Blueberry Crumble Bars
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Fresh Cherry Pecan Crumb Cake
I love cherries. My father used to buy them whenever they were available in the market and keep thin in a colander by the sink. He’d eat a few every time he walked by, putting the pits in a little bowl beside it. Cherries grow here and I occasionally find them at farmers markets, but I mostly find them in May and June at better grocery stores, shipped in from out of state. I … [Read more...] about Fresh Cherry Pecan Crumb Cake
Strawberry Elderflower Tiramisu
I adore strawberry season, so I don’t mind posting three strawberry desserts in a row (or more!). But as I scrolled through the strawberry recipes on the website, I noticed that this post from last year had mysteriously disappeared, probably during the redesign. It’s so good, it needs its place back, so I am reposting! I am messing with tradition here and I know it. This … [Read more...] about Strawberry Elderflower Tiramisu
Strawberry Coconut Tres Leches Cake
Tres Leches Cake is a favorite of mine, ever since a friend from Nicaragua shared a family recipe many moons ago. Tender cake drenched in rich milks that add flavor and richness. At its essence, it is a very simple sweet, but one I always order if I see on a menu. But tres leches is ripe for interpretation – I make a perfectly autumnal pumpkin version and a seasonally … [Read more...] about Strawberry Coconut Tres Leches Cake
Strawberry Lemonade Bars
I’ve made these delightful bars for years but am only getting around to posting them now. As I sat down to write this post, it occurs to me that this is the perfect time for this recipe. These bright, springy bars are perfect for picnics our outdoor gatherings with their sunny flavor and pretty appearance. They just feel like spring to me. When strawberries come into … [Read more...] about Strawberry Lemonade Bars
