My college housemates will remember this tart. It graced the cover of our exclusive cookbook; in the overhead shot you could see multiple hands and forks ready to dive in to the sweet fruity goodness. Two decades later this strawberry tart is still going strong. The version you see here has some frozen rhubarb added for good measure. I can hardly wait for my fresh rhubarb to grow … Continue reading Strawberry Rhubarb Tart
The prospect of wild rice, maple syrup, and rhubarb together on a plate enticed me to get my waffle iron out again. The resulting crisp, nutty waffles tasted wonderful on their own, but adding cherry-rhubarb maple syrup was a perfect complement to the waffles. Complex and hefty enough to be a stand-alone meal, I didn’t even miss having bacon. Never have I tasted a heartier … Continue reading Wild Rice Waffles with Pecans (GF)
Loaded with tart rhubarb and tangy raspberries, sweetened with local apples and rich maple syrup, this fruit crisp celebrates the end of summer harvest. The topping is delightful, made with oats and ground almonds held together with coconut oil (or butter if you prefer) and a touch of sugar and spice. It also happens to be gluten free. But mostly it’s a dessert that I … Continue reading Raspberry Rhubarb Apple Crisp
Swirls and Spice 