Cantaloupe is such a versatile fruit — it can be served with sweet or savory components, and it’s always delicious. When in season, it’s sweet, fragrant and oh-so-delicious. I especially love the smell of it — it always reminds me of those melon flavored Lifesavers — you know, the ones in the tropical blend package?…
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Fresh Starfruit, Ginger & Lemon Juice
Carambola (aka starfruit) is a beautiful, star-shaped tropical fruit. Depending on the variety, it can be sweet or sour (the general rule is that the sweet one has thicker flesh and a golden skin color) and it’s lovely when cut cross-wise, especially in salads and garnishes. The flavor is sort of a cross between green…
Homemade Applesauce
Mmmm. . .warm, sweet, cinnamony applesauce. It’s like love in a bowl. It’s one of my favorite things to make, especially when temps start getting cooler. Trust me, once you start making this stuff, you’ll never buy it again in the supermarket! It’s easy to make, you know exactly what’s in it, and it’s awesome….
Rosemary-Vanilla Poached Peaches
Today’s the last day in August, but I didn’t want to miss a chance to still celebrate National Peach Month! I LOVE fresh peaches and my first inclination was to make a peach pie – my favorite flavor – but I certainly could not have been trusted with a whole pie in the house. Instead,…