Summer farmers market season is in full swing, with an embarrassment of delicious riches. And I go on shopping sprees amongst the produce. I buy lots of things for canning jams and pickles, some things I eat as plain and fresh as possible and some things I turn into delicious recipes to share here. And sometimes, I have a few fruits or vegetables hanging around I want to make … [Read more...] about Fresh Corn and Zucchini Loaf
Snacks And Starters
Baked Queso Fresco with Fresh Corn
I honestly can’t remember the first time I tasted elotes, known popularly as Mexican street corn, or esquites, which is the same idea cut of the cobs. I imagine it was at one of the fabulous Mexican restaurants here in town. I can say I was ahead of the curve as a social media food trend, because I posted this recipe for Mexican Corn Salad in 2011 (I didn’t even know … [Read more...] about Baked Queso Fresco with Fresh Corn
Fresh Tomato Basil Bread
When I first started this blog, I was a little afraid of yeast. I hadn’t had much success with bread baking and I was a little too lazy to deal with kneading and shaping. But over the years, as I have learned more and spent more time in the kitchen, I have largely conquered my fear of fresh baked bread. I even branch out to make specialty loaves, like Butternut … [Read more...] about Fresh Tomato Basil Bread
Baked Brie with Blueberry Hazelnut Conserve
Necessity is often the mother of beautiful invention, and this recipe is a perfect example. I had invited a few friends round for patio cocktails, but the weather made it a rather on and off proposition. But the sky cleared and I realized I really needed to have some sort of nibble to go with the drinks, but had not planned anything. I did however have in the fridge a wheel of … [Read more...] about Baked Brie with Blueberry Hazelnut Conserve
Peach Blueberry Crumble Bars
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
