Orange Cardamom Roasted Pears with Chai Spiced Rice Pudding

2018-10-11T02:31:31+00:00

This warm and cozy rice pudding recipe is perfect for the holidays because it can easily be halved or doubled depending on your crowd, and you can eat the leftovers for breakfast! Plus it will make your kitchen smell heavenly. YIELD: 6-8 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Roasted Pears 3 tablespoons agave syrup 2 one inch strips of orange peel (without white parts) 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice 6 cardamom pods, lightly crushed 3 Bosc or Red Anjou pears, cored and sliced Rice Pudding 3/4 cup brown basmati rice, uncooked 1 1/2 cups water Salt 1 (13.5 [...]

Orange Cardamom Roasted Pears with Chai Spiced Rice Pudding2018-10-11T02:31:31+00:00

Baked Apple Crumble

2018-10-11T02:31:55+00:00

This is a fast and easy version of a baked apple with lots of chewy granola-like topping. Serve these bake apples for brunch, a holiday side dish, or top with ice cream for dessert. YIELD: 5-7 servings (depending on size of apples) Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 3/4 cups oats, regular or gluten free 1/3 cup chopped dates (about 4 large) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons neutral tasting oil (canola or safflower) 2 large Honey Crisp or Jonagold apples 3 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon of butter, or [...]

Baked Apple Crumble2018-10-11T02:31:55+00:00

Apple Cranberry Pastry Bites

2020-01-02T21:18:48+00:00

YIELD: makes 8 individual servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines The new SugarBee® apples are ideal for baking. They are super sweet and hold their shape well, making them the perfect compliment to our standby varieties for pies and tarts. SugarBee® apples also work exceptionally well on their own for making healthier treats with less sugar. INGREDIENTS 2 SugarBee® apples, peeled and diced 1/3 cup dried cranberries (or raisins) 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar 4 tablespoons melted butter, divided Zest of 1 small lemon, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon pinch of nutmeg 4 [...]

Apple Cranberry Pastry Bites2020-01-02T21:18:48+00:00

Apple Pumpkin Smoothie

2018-10-11T02:34:36+00:00

This is a super rich, decadent smoothie that taste more like an apple pie milk shake. Try this after a hard workout for a good dose of healthy fat and protein. YIELD: 2 large or 4 small servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 large apple, cored and quartered 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 banana 1/4 cup hemp seeds 2 tablespoons almond butter 2 pitted dates (can also use 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey) 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (can also use cinnamon) 1 to 2 cups of water or coconut water 1 to 2 cups of [...]

Apple Pumpkin Smoothie2018-10-11T02:34:36+00:00

Apple Streusel Coffee Cake

2019-01-03T17:25:51+00:00

Fall is a perfect time to linger over a warm slice of coffee cake and a hot cup of coffee. But to keep this cake lighter we replaced some of the fat with fresh apples, making it moist and sweet with the same great taste that we remember. YIELD: 10-12 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Streusel Topping 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg 3 tablespoons canola or safflower oil 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) Apple topping 2 large baking apples such as Honeycrisp or SugarBee®, peeled and diced (about [...]

Apple Streusel Coffee Cake2019-01-03T17:25:51+00:00

Sweet and Salty Caramel Apple Wheels

2018-10-11T02:35:18+00:00

YIELD: 4-6 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 Honey Crisp apples, or other large, round variety 1 cup of pretzels 1 6oz jar of honey roasted or salted caramel roasted peanuts Simple Concord Caramel Dip METHOD Combine the lemon juice and two cups of water in a mixing bowl. Roughly chop the nuts and put them on a plate, roughly chop or crush the pretzels and put them on a separate plate. Slice the apples crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices, removing the center core with a small round cutter or knife. Discard [...]

Sweet and Salty Caramel Apple Wheels2018-10-11T02:35:18+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

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

Cherry Chocolate Pavlova

2018-10-11T02:38:05+00:00

YIELD: 6 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Meringue: 4 egg whites, at room temperature 1 cup of sugar 1 tablespoon corn starch 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 2 oz. dark chocolate, melted and cooled slightly Cherries: 16 oz. fresh or frozen sweet dark cherries, pitted 1 tablespoon of honey 1 large orange 1 teaspoon corn starch 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Whipped Cream: 1 pint heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon orange bloom water (or substitute 1 teaspoon of orange zest) Garnishes: Dark chocolate, finely chopped pistachios, chopped Zest from the [...]

Cherry Chocolate Pavlova2018-10-11T02:38:05+00:00

Apple and White Chocolate Fondue

2018-10-11T02:38:39+00:00

YIELD: 10-12 apple skewers, depending on size of apples Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice 4 cups of water 5 large, round apples of mixed variety 1 (11 oz.) bag of white chocolate chips 1/2 cup of almond milk, or other milk of your choice 1 tablespoon of coconut oil Pink food coloring Assorted topping for dipping; coconut flakes, sprinkles, M&Ms, etc. Other Supplies: Heart shaped cookie cutters, preferable assorted sizes Paper towel or clean kitchen towel Bamboo skewers METHOD Combine the lemon juice and water in a medium bowl and set aside. Slice [...]

Apple and White Chocolate Fondue2018-10-11T02:38:39+00:00

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