Foodie Friday: The Best Berry Recipes Ever!

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It's time to pick your berries and eat them, too! The season's sweetest treat is so very good for us. Berries are packed with vitamin C and anti-oxidants. So eat them any way you want, but just do it. Here's inspiration with fifteen sweet and savory recipes to try this weekend.

Red Berry Sangria
Doesn't this just scream Summer? This recipe shakes things up with some fresh additions to the classic sangria. There's a splash of berry vodka, rosé wine, and berry tea. Cheers!
Parade

Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad Bowl
 With Berries
With a popular Vietnamese dressing and dipping sauce, this recipe features Spring lettuces and crunchy fresh veggies that are all sweetened with seasonal berries.
Foodie Crush

Raspberry Lemon Pound Cake 

Berries and lemons area dynamic duo. Just the sweet treat to eat at any time of day.
The Seaside Baker

Blackberry Glazed Salmon
Don't you just love a sweet and savory dish? This recipe features a "sweet, syrupy glaze made with blackberry jam and white wine perfectly pairs with the rich, flaky fish."
The Millennial Cook

No Churn Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Once you make your own ice cream, you will never go back to the store bought "stuff." This recipe couldn't be easier and only has four ingredients - heavy whipping cream, sweetened condensed milk, strawberries, and frozen cheesecake. Sounds fabulous, but I would make my own cheesecake, Sorry Sara Lee!
Broma Bakery

Strawberry Basil Bacon & Brie 
Chicken Burgers
Now that's a tasty mouthful! And even though I do not like hot chicken, this does sound interesting.
Cooking for Keeps

Fresh Fruit Tart With Almond Press-In Crust
This can be a make ahead recipe, as the custard can be made ahead up to four days in advance. The crust sound pretty amazing.
Bon Appetit

Strawberry Shortcake French Toast

This recipe will certainly up your breakfast game. And by the way did you know that 8 strawberries have more Vitamin C than a whole orange? Just look at that filling! This looks delicious.
Bakers Royale

Grilled Fontina and Blackberry Basil Smash Sandwiches

This may be the ultimate Grilled Cheese. Simple to make.

Recipe Hearth

Strawberry Pie With Strawberry Crust
Have you ever seen a prettier pie? That crust is made pink with freeze dried strawberries! 
Pure Wow

Brown Sugar Blueberry Pie Shakes

Dreamy and creamy. Made with almond milk, blueberries, almond butter, shortbread and more. YUM!

Pig & Quill

Honey Raspberry Brie Crostini With Basil

Here's a really great company recipe. Who would turn down bread, cheese, and raspberries?

Half Baked Harvest

Summer Veg & Tofu Skewers With Blueberry Barbecue Sauce

Personally, I love grilled Tofu. This blueberry sauce sounds like just the thing to spice it up. A fun vegetarian dish.

The First Mess

Raspberry, Nectarine, and Sweet Corn Clafoutis

This recipe gets my vote for the most unique of the roundup. It's a sweet, eggy, and custardy treat. If you haven't had a clafoutis yet, it is a French dessert. Looks delightful for Summer.

Half Baked Harvest

Blackberry Mojito

Crushed ripe blackberries give this mojito a twist and a kick. It would make a haute house drink this Summer.

Delish

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Foodie Friday: 13 All American Desserts

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Chances are that many of you will be asked to bring a dish on the 4th of July. And if not that, you'll be cooking for your own celebration. When asked, I always offer to bring dessert. It's my favorite thing to make. You know, it's the scraping the bowl and licking the beaters that hits my sweet spot. And isn't a color theme just too fun not to do? Here are the red, white, and blue desserts that made me excited for the holiday. I think the Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars are calling my name. Enjoy and remember that calories don't count on the fourth.

American Flag Donuts
Start or end the holiday with a delicious donut. Aren't these fun? You better make extra, because no one will be able to pass these up! 
The First Year Blog

Red Velvet Cheesecake Cake

If you ever had any of the cheesecakes made by The Cheesecake Factory, the author says, this is perfect for you. I mean...just look at all of that cream cheese frosting!

Life, Love, & Sugar

Giant Pull Apart Strawberry Shortcake 
Let's face it, creating individual strawberry shortcakes can be a bit tedious, not to mention time consuming. So besides being beautiful, this recipe is genius!
Broma Bakery

Drunken Strawberries
If you aren't a baker, but want to make something festive, this couldn't be easier. And I bet every guest will have at least one. 
Julie Blanner

Brioche and Berry Bread Pudding with Lemon Fondant
Here's a five star recipe from chef Tyler Florence. It looks divine, doesn't it? Made in individual ramekins, this recipe makes a 
pretty presentation.
Foodnetwork

Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars
These look harder than they are. You only need 35 minutes of hands on time. After that you sit back and relax while they chill out in the fridge. Yummy!
The Seaside Baker

Easy Berry Sheet Cake

Gluten & Dairy Free

Sheet cakes are something I just don't bake. I like frosting too much, especially between the layers. But this recipe is tempting. The bonus is that this cake is about as healthy as a cake can be. It's vegan friendly and gluten, dairy, and egg free with a refined sugar free option.

Wife Mama Foodie

Red White & Blue Cheesecake Strawberries
Now isn't this a beautiful bite? Simple to make and it will feed a crowd easily.
Spicy Southern Kitchen

4th of July Blueberry Pie
Could a dessert be more perfect for the 4th? Loving that star spangled top crust. Have the kids help you cut 
out the stars.
Broma Bakery

Very Berry Dessert Lasagna
I actually am a bit turned off by this name. When I think of lasagna, I think of gooey cheese and spicy sauce. This isn't that. But it is layered, and the photo looks so fluffy and fruity. It's made with an oreo crust, strawberry and blueberry mousse, and a cheesecake layer. Oh yum. It's all topped off with some 
white chocolate.
OMG Chocolate Desserts

Currant-and-Berry Pavlova with 
Lime Curd
If you want to impress, make this. Have you ever made homemade curd before? Don't be intimidated. You can do it. This is a wow!
Williams Sonoma Taste

Blueberry Chamomile Galette

This recipe is bursting with blueberries. And besides all of the fabulous fruit, the galette has been sweetened with chamomile infused honey. How unique, and
so very pretty.

Half Baked Harvest

Firecracker Cupcakes
Ready for some fun? These funfetti cupcakes are topped with a mound of cream cheese frosting AND Pop Rocks. Do you remember them? They will make the fireworks. Kids and adults both will love this rich cupcakes with a 
kick to them.
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Foodie Friday: The Berry Best Berry Recipes

One of Mother Nature's best gifts to us all are the fruits of Summer. Not only are they best in the warmer months, they finally become affordable (though I am still waiting for the prices to come down in Chicago.) Fresh juicy berries are a treasure. I've rounded up some of the best berry recipes around.  Think sweet, savory, and over the top!

HERE: 21 Recipes & Cooks Tools

Strawberry Pimms Cups

This is Summer in a glass. Oh how pretty. I think that I will run straight to the store now to pick up some Pimm's!

How Sweet Eats

Berries Letterpress Coasters 

Raise your drink and rest your glass! These chic coasters make cocktail hour a little bit more delicious! Cheers.

Food52 

Strawberry Ripple Almond Cheesecake

Made with Almond milk, this is a very unique recipe. The base of the cake is made from raw almonds, coconut, and dates. It's made with strawberries, but you can easily interchange any kind of berry.

Half Baked Harvest

Blueberry Quinoa Salad

I have only had Quinoa once. I didn't care for the way it was prepared, and just haven't tried it again. This beautiful salad may just be the 2nd time for me. I mean, balsamic, hazelnuts and blueberries would make anything taste good!

Minimalist Baker

Mixed Berry Ceviche

What an unexpected but delicious compliment to sweet shrimp. Sounds yummy!

Good Housekeeping

Berry Breakfast Towel

Add a little country charm to your Summer kitchen. These make a lovely hostess gift, too.

Mackenzie-Childs 

Strawberry Shortbread

Move over shortcake, there's a new cookie in town. This recipe is from Marco Pierre White's Great British Feast 

Gourmet Traveller

Peach + Raspberry Pie With White Chocolate Mascarpone

This recipe calls for something called "Golden Syrup." It's English and is said to taste like liquid toffee. OMG, right? I found some for you at Amazon. This beautiful recipe can be found at

Adventures In Cooking

Strawberry Vodka

With zero artificial colors or flavors, this recipe features pure strawberry sweetness. A genius idea for Summer.

Savoring The Good

Blackberry And Lemon Zest Crostini

This is one juicy little blackberry bite! Served on slices of toasted baguettes (I grill mine) and drizzled with honey, these couldn't be easier. Just add prosecco and a patio!

Love & Lemons

Meyer Lemon Eton Mess

A classic English dessert featuring whipped cream, crushed meringues, and berries. In this version, homemade lemon curd has been folded into the cream for a heavenly dish!

Goop 

Strawberry Margarita

This twist on the classic gets its berry blush from fresh strawberry puree. I love this recipe!

Anthropologie Blog

Strawberry Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad is one of my favorite Summertime treats, until I found this recipe. Oh my, doesn't this look fabulous? Balsamic on strawberries is always a taste sensation. Why not add cheese?

Kitchen Treaty 

Wild Blackberry Bread

This recipe reminds me of my childhood. My Mom often made homemade breads from fresh berries and veggies. Doesn't this just beg for a glass of lemonade or ice tea?

Cook'n For My Captain

Strawberry Shortcake Donut Trifle

Get ready for oohs and ahhhs when serving this decadent dish. Best yet, it is easy to make and there is no baking involved. This one just makes me smile.

Sprinkle Bakes

Baby Back Ribs With Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce

I haven't tried it, but I just know that this recipe is fab. I always use both balsamic and some kind of fruit in my my homemade sauce. Nothing is better than adding sweet to a savory dish.

Kitchen Confidante

Gianna Dish

Here's your sweet spot. It's clearly chic and perfect for  candy, mints, ice or fruit. 

CB2  

Strawberry-Rhubarb Galette

Summer in a skillet! This version of a classic can be baked in the oven or even on the outdoor grill with the lid down. Unfussy with a no fail crust.

Domino

Berries and Cream French Toast Bake

Because a well balanced breakfast should include a healthy dose of powdered sugar and the perfect plop of whipped cream!

Buzzfeed 

Strawberry Focaccia With Maple Balsamic Onions

What a fabulous appetizer for Summer! This boldly flavored recipe is a great use for not too sweet strawberries. A must try recipe.

Saveur 

Raspberry Red Wine Slushy With Chocolate Whipped Cream

Isn't everything more fun with whipped cream? If you are wondering what makes this wine slushy, it's frozen raspberries.  Looks like dessert to me!

Maebells

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