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

Easter Bunny Pear Salad

2018-10-11T02:37:59+00:00

YIELD: 4 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Salad: 2 Bosc or Bartlet pears, peeled, cored and halved 4 cups of water 1 1/3 cup sugar Half of a lemon 2 inch piece of ginger Dried fruits, nuts, or candy of your choice for the bunny face (pictured: dried mango strips for ears, golden raisins for eyes, white chocolate chips for nose and sliced almonds for teeth) 1 (5 oz.) container of cottage cheese 6 cups of a shredded cabbage and carrot mix  Dressing: 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Juice of one [...]

Easter Bunny Pear Salad2018-10-11T02:37:59+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 Sweet Potato Latkes

2018-10-11T02:38:34+00:00

YIELD: 4-6 latkes (recipe is easily scaled up) Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 cups peeled and shredded sweet potato (about 1 large sweet potato) 1 cup peeled and shredded tart apple, such as Granny Smith (about 1 large apple) 2 tablespoons shallots, finely minced 3 tablespoons oat flour 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 egg, or substitute a flax egg (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 2 tablespoons of water) Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons of high heat oil, such as grapeseed or avocado oil, divided Chunky apple sauce Sour cream, or substitute non-dairy cashew cream [...]

Apple Sweet Potato Latkes2018-10-11T02:38:34+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

Apple Sweetheart “Sandwiches”

2018-10-11T02:38:46+00:00

YIELD: 3-4 “sandwiches” per apple, depending on size of apple Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice 2 cups of water 1 large, round apple, such as Gala or Honey Crisp Nut butter of seed butter of your choice for spreading (such as peanut, cashew, or sunflower butters) Assorted toppings such as; pomegranate seeds, sunflower seeds, chocolate chips, coconut chips, etc. Other supplies: Small heart shaped cookie cutter Paper towel or clean kitchen towel. METHOD Combine the lemon juice and water in a medium bowl and set aside. Slice the apple vertically into 1/8 inch [...]

Apple Sweetheart “Sandwiches”2018-10-11T02:38:46+00:00

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