Category Archives: Mixed Berries

Summer’s Fruit Bounty Equals A Summer Fruit Crostata

Summer Fruit Crostata What could be more wonderful than summer fruit?  I am talking about the organic summer fruit grown in the United States, not fruit shipped in from South American or Mexico.  Right now the fruit is spectacular; peaches, … Continue reading

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Summer Fruit Desserts

Summer Fruits are at their peak just in time for the July 4th BBQ and summer family picnics. Here are some of my favorite summer fruit desserts. These desserts will be the hit of the party. I’ve thrown in a … Continue reading

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A Light Luncheon

I had a friend over for lunch to celebrate both of our birthdays. I made a light lunch so we could enjoy dessert. Hey, it’s a birthday celebration after all. I made this delicious Wild Rice Salad with Smoked Chicken … Continue reading

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Summer Fruit Pie and Other Sumptuous Summer Fruit Desserts

    The time is Ripe for a Summer Fruit Pie.  This delicious melange of Peaches, Nectarines, Blueberries and Cherries is enough to send a lover of fruit to Nirvana. When selecting the peaches and nectarines, be sure they are … Continue reading

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Yellow Cake With Berry Filling And Old Fashioned Frosting

  I made this beautiful cake for my sister’s birthday and it was a hit. I say that because my sister, Lucille, doesn’t usually eat dessert. She is not a fan of sweets. She absolutely loved it, she said, because … Continue reading

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