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Strawberry Bruschetta- Simple Dessert Recipe


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In California the strawberry season is going strong and the season has just begun back here. Growing up in Southern California one of my favorites memories was during strawberry season going to the local stands on the side of the road and picking up flats of strawberries. There are a million and one fabulous recipes with strawberries. One that I just had last night a Strawberry Mojito. This recipe is similar to the Strawberry Mojito in that it is combining Mint with Strawberries. This is a great refreshing light dessert for the summer or easily could be served as a hors d’oeuvres.

2 Cups of cut Strawberries
1.5 Tablespoons of Balsamic Vinegar
1-2 Tablespoons of sugar- (if really fresh will need less sugar)
2 tablespoons of Chopped Mint
Spread
3 tablespoons of softened unsalted Butter
2 teaspoons of Cinnamon Sugar
12 slices of either a Baguette or Brioche (1/2 inch thick)

Preheat oven 350
In a bowl mix together strawberries, vinegar, sugar, and mint. Let sit
for at least a half an hour before assembling. In a separate bowl mix
together butter and cinnamon sugar and let stand preferably for at
least a day but if time does not permit, no worries. Spread each piece of
bread with cinnamon butter and bake for 15 minutes. Let stand for a few
minutes Top each piece of bread with strawberries and ready to serve.

Posted on: May 30th, 2007

Posted by Patty in Appetizers, Recipes, Sweets. 6 Comments »

Vegetable Side Dish Recipe – Parmesan Asparagus


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Asparagus can be found year round, but the height of the season is March through June. There are numerous ways in which you can prepare this vegetable, but this is my favorite. When picking asparagus try to avoid the ones whose stalks are white. (This does not apply to white and purple asparagus.) Two other little facts. Asparagus is part of the Lily family and can be mircrowaved.

Pre Heat Oven 375

1 bunch of Asparagus
2-3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons of grated Parmesan Cheese
Salt and Pepper

On a baking sheet place Asparagus and drizzle the olive oil evenly over stalks. Followed by sprinkling the Parmesan Cheese and salt and Pepper. Bake for about 10-12 minutes. Watch them while baking because you do not want them to over cook they should be tender not mushy.

Posted on: May 21st, 2007

Posted by Patty in Recipes, Sides. 2 Comments »

Fresh Tulips


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Today is Mother’s Day one of the most popular times of year to buy flowers. Tulip season, is also underway. So here is a helpful tip for keeping your tulips looking fresh. If they start to fall over add a little bit of vodka to water and they will perk back up. Thank you Christina for this tip.
Happy Mother’s Day to all Mothers and to mine- I love you!

Posted on: May 13th, 2007

Posted by Patty in Tips, Terms & Tools. 1 Comment »

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