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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Foodie Friday: Spotlight on Strawberries


Strawberries are in season now, and there is so much that one can do with this juicy fruit. The first thing to know is that you should buy "organic" strawberries. Please read this article here.  After doing that, make any one of these 16 special recipes, and enjoy one of the best fruits of summer.


Fresh Strawberry Vodka Martini
I am not a martini or vodka drinker, but my arm could be twisted for this chic cocktail!

Strawberry Caprese Salad
 The most beautiful salad ever! It just takes 15 minutes to prepare Those bundles of Burrata look delightful.

Grilled Balsamic Pork Loin with Strawberry Compote
This recipe calls for the pork tenderloin to be marinated for at least one hour. After that it is a quick fix on the grill. Yum!

Spicy Strawberry Avocado Salsa
Said to be good enough to eat with a spoon, and I can only imagine. It offers a little heat, some sweet, and a rich creaminess from the avocado. All you will need is some salty tortilla chips and a margarita.

Hot Strawberry Jam Dutch Baby
If you didn't know, a Dutch Baby is made in a skillet, and is light and fluffy like a popover. In this case, it is filled with homemade vanilla strawberry jam. It is loaded with juicy summer flavor.

Baileys Strawberries and Cream Pink Mudslide Recipe
This mudslide is a beautiful cocktail, especially for a girls night in. It's made with strawberries, Baileys, and vodka.

Strawberry, Basil and Goat Cheese Salad with Balsamic Drizzle
Oh I see this on repeat for Summer

Easy Fresh Strawberry Mousse
With only three ingredients, this recipe is easily whipped up and ready to eat in an hour. The perfect summer dessert.

Strawberry Tabouli 
I have never made tabouli, but I love it. This will be made very soon. What a healthy and delicious recipe!

Strawberry Goat Cheese Appetizer
The perfect finger food for summer cocktail hours. It might be nicer to have these pretty picks handy. I always keep some at home.

Crispy Salmon With Strawberry Basil Salsa
I may never cook Salmon another way again. This looks and sounds fabulous! Not to mention how healthy this dish is. This recipe is a winner.

Meringue Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
My Mom made this pie minus the meringue. It was delicious then, but this would be a step above.  "Beautiful Strawberry Rhubarb Meringue Pie filled with a subtle almond cream is a perfect summer dessert with a great balance of sweetness and tartness. Simply delicious!"

Ricotta, Walnut And Strawberry Crostini
Whenever I have served Crostini as an appetizer, it has always been well received. One platter of these is all you need. This recipe turns out fancy and flavorful snack.

Strawberry Bruschetta Grilled Cheese
Whoa! I think this is the prettiest grilled cheese there ever was made. The cheese involved is Brie!

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken and Avocado
This salad is quite the vision! And I would like to see it on my table right now. It's really quite easy, The dressing does double duty as a marinade for the chicken, too.

Roasted Strawberry and Basil Cream Pie
This is a beautiful must make! Basil and fruit is a delicious duo. We just added it to watermelon last weekend. The recipe looks easy as can be.


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