Cherry Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

2018-10-11T02:23:05+00:00

These cherry cheesecake swirl brownies are a crowd pleaser. Show up at any party with a tray of these beauties and you’re sure to make a splash. Don’t let the fancy swirls fool you – these cherry-filled brownies are very easy to make. Don’t forget to grab one for yourself… they have a habit of vanishing the minute they reach the table! YIELD:  16 brownies Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Brownie batter 1 scant cup unsalted butter, cubed 1 cup dark chocolate, roughly chopped 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup white sugar 3/4 cup white flour 1 1/2 [...]

Cherry Cheesecake Swirl Brownies2018-10-11T02:23:05+00:00

Cherry Vanilla and Ginger Float

2018-10-11T02:23:22+00:00

There is a wellness movement happening, and no doubt everyone has tried the fermented drink kombucha by now. It is on the “good for you” list and it’s turning up everywhere you look. So why not try it this summer with some sweet Washington cherries for a grown-up version of an ice cream float? YIELD: 2 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet dark cherries, pitted and halved 3 tablespoons agave, honey or maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 scoops of a good quality vanilla ice cream (or non-dairy ice cream) 1 (16 [...]

Cherry Vanilla and Ginger Float2018-10-11T02:23:22+00:00

Simple Chilled Cherry Slushie

2020-05-26T19:02:10+00:00

Summer is here and so are cherries! This wonderfully healthy fruit is very versatile and can be used a million different ways. This chilled cherry slushie is incredibly simple to make but looks fancy and tastes more complicated than it really is.  This recipe will impress your guests and can be served as a starter or as dessert. Yes, you read that right! YIELD: 4 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Chilled Cherry Slushie 2 cups fresh dark red cherries, pitted, plus extra for decoration 2 cups rose wine 1/2 cup sugar 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp cornstarch 1 [...]

Simple Chilled Cherry Slushie2020-05-26T19:02:10+00:00

Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes with Cherry Compote

2018-10-11T02:28:42+00:00

These simple apple baskets are a fun Easter project for kids, and they’ll love eating them too (even though they’re healthy!).  YIELD: 2 baskets Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Cherry Compote 2 cups pitted and halved dark red cherries, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup sugar 1-2 teaspoon cornstarch, depending on desired consistency 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 3 tablespoons oil or melted butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla [...]

Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes with Cherry Compote2018-10-11T02:28:42+00:00

Cherry Bruschetta Topped Goat Cheese Toasts

2019-07-11T19:43:51+00:00

Yield: 8 toasts (4 servings)  INGREDIENTS Topping: 2 cup chopped heirloom tomatoes 1 cup chopped cherries 2 tablespoons basil Toasts: 4 slices bread, cut in half and toasted 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1/4 cup goat cheese black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar salt DIRECTIONS Toss tomatoes with cherries and basil and set aside. In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese with the goat cheese until well blended. Season with black pepper. To assemble, spread about 1 tablespoon of cheese on each toast half and top with heaping spoonful of tomato/cherry mixture. Drizzle with olive oil [...]

Cherry Bruschetta Topped Goat Cheese Toasts2019-07-11T19:43:51+00:00

Frozen Cherry Cookie Sandwiches

2018-10-11T02:35:28+00:00

This lightly sweetened frozen cherry puree is made from whole fruits so it makes a refreshing healthy treat on its own. But serve it up between your favorite homemade or store-bought cookie and you have the perfect dessert on hand for hot summer days.  YIELD: 6 sandwiches Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS  16 oz. frozen cherries, sweet dark variety   1 large banana  1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract   2 tablespoons agave syrup  1/4 cup coconut oil, melted   1/2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved  2 tablespoons cocoa nibs or mini chocolate chips  1/4 to 1/2 almond milk  1 dozen cookies, store bought or homemade  METHOD  [...]

Frozen Cherry Cookie Sandwiches2018-10-11T02:35:28+00:00

Pickled Cherries

2018-10-11T02:35:35+00:00

YIELD: one 32 oz. mason jar or two 16 oz. jars Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 cups red wine vinegar 1/2 cup water 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon black peppercorns 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 pound dark red cherries, rinsed and pitted 1 small orange 1 bunch of fresh thyme (about 5-8 sprigs) METHOD With a vegetable peeler, remove the outer peel of the orange in stripes, careful not to get any of the white pith with it. Set aside. Combine the vinegar, water, sugar, peppercorns, salt and 2 or 3 stripes of orange peel. Bring [...]

Pickled Cherries2018-10-11T02:35:35+00:00

Cherry Rhubarb Picnic Pies

2018-10-11T02:37:37+00:00

YIELD: 6-8 mini pies (depending on size of cutter) Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Whole Grain Coconut Oil Pie Crust (makes enough for a double crust pie) 1 1/4 cup all purpose white flour 1 cup whole wheat or spelt flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup of ice water 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup coconut oil, chilled until firm Pie Filling 1 1/2 cup dark red cherries, pitted and diced 1/2 cup rhubarb, diced 3 teaspoons corn starch 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons fresh [...]

Cherry Rhubarb Picnic Pies2018-10-11T02:37:37+00:00

Summer Grain Salad of Farro, Cherries and Baby Arugula

2019-07-11T23:39:08+00:00

Baby arugula packs a nutrition punch with loads of vitamin K in a single serving, not to mention a host of minerals and omegas as well. These greens also have a bold and bitter flavor which makes them a perfect match for sweet summer fruit. Bring this salad to your next picnic or BBQ for a flavor-packed, nutritious dish to share with friends and family. YIELD: 4-6 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups uncooked farro (spelt or wheat berries can substituted) 1 bunch of Josie’s Organics Baby Arugula 1 lb. sweet red cherries, washed, pitted and [...]

Summer Grain Salad of Farro, Cherries and Baby Arugula2019-07-11T23:39:08+00:00

Cherry Basil Hibiscus Tea

2018-10-11T02:37:48+00:00

YIELD: 6 cups Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 6 cups of water 1/4 cup of honey, or more to taste Heaping 1/2 cup of dried hibiscus leaves 16 oz. frozen dark cherries, defrosted 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish 2-3 limes Fresh cherries, pitted, for garnish (optional) METHOD Place the defrosted cherries in a bowl and give them a gentle squeeze with your hands, or the back of a spoon, to release some of their juice. Set aside. Combine water and honey in a large sauce pan, bring to a boil. Once the water is [...]

Cherry Basil Hibiscus Tea2018-10-11T02:37:48+00:00

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