Category Archives: Food Recipes

I needed an uncommon yellow fruit to complete a botanical illustration. I remembered starfruit from a trip to Hawaii but could not find any in the grocery store. So I had to order a small box from an on-line retailer. I only needed one for the drawing. What to do with the other ripe fruit?Continue reading “GF Tropical Starfruit Cake (GINGER)”

This is my first year for growing ground cherries in the the garden. I was surprised at the size of the plants and that I had a bumper crop. I have tried to grow starts indoors from seed in years past, but never had good luck. I purchased 2 plants from a local nursery andContinue reading “Ground Cherry Pico De Gallo (OREGANO)”

Lavender is in bloom all over town. If you don’t have it your yard I bet you have neighbor who does. Lavender is known for its amazing aromatic smell which can give baked goods a subtle floral flavor. I have an overabundance of summer squash this year and I am not a particular fan ofContinue reading “Gluten Free-Lemon, LAVENDER, Poppy Seed, Yellow Squash Cake”

I have a bumper crop of blackberries this year. They are tarter than my raspberries, so my girls do not often pick them off the vine for snacks. They also deteriorate within 24 hours once picked. This is quick and easy way to make a frozen dessert using any overabundant berry. This recipe is one ofContinue reading “Blackberry and Anise Hyssop Sorbet”

My eldest daughter is really into baking this year. She is always requesting to have a “lemonade” stand too. It has been a challenge to find quick and easy recipes that meet with her approval or a venue that is safe for her entrepreneurial and charitable spirit.  Lemon Oat Bars have proven to be popular withContinue reading “Lemon Balm Curd”