A variation of Strawberry Brown Betty is what is on my mind and on a plate today. This year, for the 3rd time in a row, strawberries topped the list of the 12 “dirtiest” fruits and vegetables, according to the Environmental Working Group. I adore fresh strawberries and have struggled over the choice between local, seasonal […]
Jasmine Poached Pears
Pears are have been widely used in many cultures around the world since ancient times. Apart from being a tasty addition to the diet, pears are also packed with many nutrients and provide medicinal benefits. According to Pear Bureau Northwest, about 3000 known varieties of pears are grown worldwide. There are ten varieties of USA […]
Labor Day Weekend Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone Cream and Pistachios
Labor Day weekend in the U.S. is thought of as the last big holiday of the summer, and as such, it’s a popular weekend for cookouts and pool parties. I don’t have a pool or a BBQ, but I do have a grill pan in my kitchen, a terrace, and friends and family willing to taste […]
Simplest Maple Tofu Cream and Berries
It’s almost August, and the weather in my new city of Philadelphia has been very hot and extremely humid. While I do have an air conditioner that works very well, for many of us turning on the oven during the sticky days of summer is not a happy-making idea. Maple Tofu Cream and Berries – why not? Especially when the […]
