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Saturday, April 16, 2011

A Tribute to Strawberries

Oh, Happy Day!  My local farm stand opened yesterday.  I made a bee-line to snatch up the first pickings of their sweet, juicy and organically grown strawberries.  The woman in front of me bought the last flat of berries, but I managed to score three of the last containers.  How I wish each of you could taste these berries. They are nothing like the ones you find at your local supermarket.   When you bite into them, the first thing you notice is that they aren't white in the middle. They are a beautiful, deep red color.  They are sweet-- no added sugar necessary.  Other than our homegrown tomatoes, it is the arrival of strawberries that transforms my winter-clock into thinking of warmer weather, grilling and delectable recipes made with strawberries.

Today, I'd like to share with you past recipes that my family looks forward to enjoying until the first frosts of Fall weather returns.  Just click on the recipe name to view the recipe/tutorial. Beginning with Breakfast/Brunch:





 For a savory twist, strawberries and spinach are a terrific pairing.  The poppy seed dressing is outstanding...one of our very favorite recipes makes a beautiful presentation for a Strawberry-Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. 


Now, for the grand Finale....Desserts!  We love Strawberry Desserts!  






Our #1, Favorite Strawberry Dessert...


This cake is making an encore, this weekend.  The sponge cake is easy and delicious and the frosting is so good. The tutorial is worth checking out.  

Today is a gorgeous Spring Day, and I'm off to enjoy it!

20 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 16, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    There is nothing like fresh strawberries! And you're right...they're so sweet you almost think sugar has already been added. This page is a strawberry lovers "candy store". Everything looks delish!

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  2. MamaStephApril 16, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Hey Debby! I love love love your strawberry post! So many beautiful recipes and pics. Thanks for sharing!

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  3. Noelle RitterApril 16, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    i'm getting in the summer fruit mood! thanks for making me drool over here! where's my napkin?...

    i chatted it up with some local women from the church this morning about berry picking. i'm getting so excited.

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  4. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Impresionante!

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  5. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    You really made me want to make something with strawberries now!

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  6. Valerie Harrison (bellini)April 16, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    I made a salad for lunch with California strawberries. It will be a month before we have local ones. I can't wait. There is nothing like a sunripened strawberry.

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  7. JoanneApril 16, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    I am so jealous of your strawberries! i can't wait till our Farmer's Market gets them over here, then I can try some of these great treats!

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  8. Roz | La Bella Vita CucinaApril 16, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    You are so lucky to have local fresh strawberries already! I have these tiny little 'pink' things in my garden and am waiting patiently for the local strawberry farmers' bounty to be ready for sale! Love all of the recipes that you've shared! Such a wonderful berry!

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  9. MegSmith @ Cooking.In.CollegeApril 16, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Wow what a gorgeous ode to those beautiful berries! Love every recipe I see.

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  10. JenniferApril 17, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    So jealous, our wonderful Oregon berries come in June, cannot wait! Hope you are doing well!

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  11. FaithApril 17, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    We are still waiting for our strawberries in Oregon, but when we get them...Oh yeah, I bookmarked this page!!! This is the second post I have seen on my blogroll about strawberries... I am starting to think everyone is rubbing it in ;) Just kidding, (kind of) but I am so ready for their gorgeous, vibrant, fresh taste!

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  12. Chiara "Kika" AssiApril 18, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    Yum. The strawberry sorbet made my mouth water....

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  13. Chris and AmyApril 18, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Yay for strawberries! It will be a while for us yet, but we're getting there!

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  14. VelvaApril 18, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Woo-hoo! I was able to load the page from my PC. Yes! I am back in business visiting your blog.

    Oh my God! Those strawberries. Everything looks amazing. Awesome.

    Velva

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  15. The Short (dis)Order CookApril 20, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    *Sigh* It will be ast least another month before strawberries hit my local farmer's market. This spring has been endless, dreary, chilly days where spring and summer fruits seem a millions miles away.

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  16. PattiApril 20, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Yum...I can't wait for fresh local strawberries! I'm looking forward to making the Cream Cake again! Sure I'll have to wait another 2-3 months but it's so worth the wait to buy the fresh local strawberries and not the half ripe ones from the store!

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  17. Monica HApril 21, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Strawberries are my absolute favorite fruit. Love this post.

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  18. Sweet Life GardenApril 22, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Hi Debby, just come upon your site, yum, that is the best post on strawberries! Love your photos! I'm gonna be arount to visit,you can count on that! JIll

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  19. VictorApril 23, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    That's an interesting selection of strawberry recipes. Thanks for sharing!

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  20. UnknownMay 4, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Gorgeous food! I eat with my eyes first and I love your food! I wish I had the patience to make that Carmel ice cream.

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