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Great Recipes for Fuyu Persimmons

Posted on November 13, 2013December 4, 2013 by linda
When life gives you lemons you make lemonade.  When life gives you persimmons it’s not that easy. Our backyard tree has reached full size and we have a wicked huge pile of persimmons sitting on... Read More

Warm Persimmon Compote

Posted on November 13, 2012November 12, 2012 by linda
This warm, sweet sauce is great with pancakes or french toast.  The lightly cooked persimmon tastes like apricot and apple.  Yum! For this recipe you’ll need: 1 pound Fuyu persimmons juice of ... Read More

Fuyu Persimmons

Posted on November 12, 2012November 11, 2012 by linda
There are two types of people out there – those that like persimmon and those that don’t.  When it comes to fresh persimmon, I’m on the “don’t like” side.  This i... Read More

Triple Ginger Cranberry Sauce

Posted on November 7, 2012November 21, 2012 by linda
I make this sauce every year, I love the spiciness ginger adds to cranberry sauce. For this recipe you’ll need 12 ounces whole cranberries 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 1... Read More

Bourbon Molasses Cranberry Sauce

Posted on November 6, 2012October 26, 2012 by linda
I love cranberry sauce and serve way too many different flavors at Thanksgiving.  This bourbon based sauce will be a new addition to this year’s meal. For this recipe you’ll need 12 ounce... Read More

Passion Fruit Squares

Posted on October 10, 2012December 23, 2013 by linda
Like lemon squares but better!  The custard has the texture of mango pudding and the passion fruit flavor is incredible.  These bars are really rich but worth it for a special occasion! For a 9̸... Read More

Pomegranate Molasses

Posted on September 26, 2012September 17, 2012 by linda
Pomegranate molasses are tart, fruity and just a little sweet.  A jar will last for months in the refrigerator.  I use pomegranate molasses in marinades, dressings and cocktails. For this recipe you... Read More

Passion Fruit Champagne Cocktail

Posted on September 18, 2012December 23, 2013 by linda
Fruity and tart – this cocktail sounds more complicated than it is. For each drink you’ll need: 1 tablespoon passion fruit puree – I buy mine frozen from a Mexican grocery store 1/2 ... Read More

Figs with Blue Cheese and Honey

Posted on September 12, 2012September 9, 2012 by linda
This is a dish with a very favorable compliments-to-effort ratio.  The salty savoriness of the cheese contrasts nicely with the sweet fruit and honey.  It’s easy to eat an entire plate all by ... Read More

Boozy Summer Fruits

Posted on August 8, 2012August 2, 2012 by linda
A little bit of effort in August will pay off during the holidays.  Liquor soaked fruit makes a great gift and is great for holiday entertaining.  Use the same quality of liquor you would use for mi... Read More

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