Have you discovered the timeless charm of shrub? A shrub is an old fashioned, fruit-infused vinegar that is sweetened and is used to flavor carbonated water or cocktails. It’s perfect for brunch as a refreshing stand-in for champagne or as a thirst-quenching summer afternoon beverage! Start your strawberry shrub when strawberries are in peak season...Read More
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with this homemade strawberry ice cream recipe. Bursting with the sweetness of ripe strawberries and a creamy, smooth texture, this delightful treat is perfect for hot days. Made with simple ingredients and no artificial additives, it’s a delicious way to cool down and enjoy the season’s best produce...Read More
Here’s a light, refreshing fruit dessert using sweet, ripe strawberries that is easily made ahead – perfect for summertime. This sorbet can also be used to top a fresh fruit salad when the weather is hot! We discovered this recipe in an old Cooking Light magazine, and it’s become a family favorite over the years....Read More
This homey, old fashioned pie would be right at home at the next family reunion or potluck. My grandmother, who would never let anything go to waste, layered the leftover scraps of pie dough in the filling like dumplings. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh strawberries, halved 1...Read More
This not-too-sweet beverage is a delightful melange of flavors and is quite refreshing. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups rhubarb, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 1 lb.) 2 cups strawberries, halved 3-inch piece ginger root, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 cup sugar (or sweetener of your choice) 1 vanilla pod, sliced 4 cups fresh drinking water...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 3 cups strawberries, crushed 1 1/2 cups raspberries, crushed 1 1/2 cups blackberries, crushed 4 1/2 cups sugar. divided 1 box Low Sugar Sure Jell Sterilized jars, lids, and rings METHOD: Wash and dry berries. Cut the tops off of the strawberries. Use a large Pyrex measuring cup to measure the crushed berries. Place...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar 2 cups water 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or (or 1 pint raspberries) 2 cups cold sparkling water or club soda Whole strawberries, mint sprigs for garnish METHOD: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring...Read More
I like to make berry-infused vinegar to use as part of marinades, sauces, and or salad dressings. When using them in a dressing, I tend to either use them to contrast with sharper, bitter leaves such as escarole, dandelion, rocket, and the like, or I pair them with more delicate lettuces and then add some...Read More
