I made an apple and blueberry charlotte already, so this time I tried with cherries for a pleasant taste of sourness. Plus, now is cherry season and it is very handy way to use ripe cherries from the trees for this recipe.
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Category Archives: Desserts & Sweets
Rhubarb Pie with Strawberries and Almonds
I never cooked rhubarb until lately when I started growing some in my garden and since then I tried a couple of delicious recipes, like Strawberry Rhubarb summer drink. This time I made a delicious rhubarb pie made with a crumbly shortcrust pastry and filled with sweet and tangy rhubarb-strawberry filling and crispy...
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Macarons with Nutella and Lingonberry Jam
Wow, how long it took me to cook Macarons! Almost everywhere I read about macarons they talked about the complexities and subtleties of making this dessert. Macarons from the store I don't like much and to travel to where they are made properly, I don't have the opportunity so I decided to try to cook them myself, and you...
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Blueberry pie with some strawberries
We made a blueberry pie again. This time with some strawberries from my garden, so simple and absolutely delicious!
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Blueberry Charlotte
Now's the time to get ready to bake delicious fruit pies, cakes, and tortes when berries and other fruits start to come into season. Here is a simple recipe of for a sweet-tart blueberry charlotte. Blueberries can be mixed with the dough, like I did, or put the blueberries in an oiled baking pan and then pour...
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Tiramisu
This is a recipe for home tiramisu, one of the most popular desserts in the world. The recipe is not an easy one, but it's worth it! Tasty, moist, light cake that melts in your mouth, an exquisite Italian dessert.
Treat your Mom to a special dessert on her big day!...
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Stuffed Prunes with Nuts and Cream
One of my childhood faves - prunes stuffed with nuts and whipping cream, so tasty! You can use juice instead of wine if making for kids (or if you just prefer). This dessert can be served on one large plate or in small cups for each of your guest. Instead of whipping cream try with sour cream mixed with...
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Carrots Tzimmes with Raisins and Prunes
Tzimmes is a Jewish dish, sweet stew typically made from carrots and dried fruits. It's cooked slow at low heat, and even if it's simple dish, still considered is a great delicacy.
Tzimmes has many variations, usually prepared mostly from carrots, but there are also versions using potatoes, beans, and even with the addition of meat. You can also add...
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Pastel de Tres Leches
Pear Filling for Blini with Caramel Syrup
Here are couple recipes for the blini:
Buttermilk Blini
Blini
Instead of pears you can use apples, peaches. The perfect dish for breakfast or even as a dessert with lunch or dinner....
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