Fruit Desserts

James Beard’s Amazing Persimmon Bread Recipe

Like most Americans, even French people aren’t so familiar with persimmons. They may see them at the market, look at their curiously, but don’t stop to buy any. Or if they do, they take them home, bite into an unripe one, make a face, and toss them out. One of my friends living north of San Francisco in Sonoma County had an enormous persimmon tree….

Tarte au citron: Lemon Tart Recipe

Not everyone thinks of citrus fruits as “winter fruits.” But that’s when oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, tangy lemons, and enticing limes are often at their peak. And that’s a good thing because there’s nothing that brightens up any season – but especially winter – better than a classic French lemon tart. Any bakery in Paris will have a Tarte au citron on offer. Some are on…

Southern Ambrosia Recipe

Classic Southern ambrosia salad recipe with pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, and sweetened coconut all in a creamy whipped…

Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

This easy Blueberry Cobbler is a delicious dessert made with fresh or frozen blueberries and simple pantry ingredients. Warm and…

Scroll to Top