Summer is not just ideal for baking with fruit,
it's the perfect time to experiment with fresh herbs. Visit any
farmer's market and you'll see the selection is bountiful–and cheap! I
love using herbs in my desserts–they are the perfect floral or spicy
counterpart to something sweet. Run your hand through the woody stalks
of a rosemary plant, pinch a plump basil leaf between your fingers. Let
the unique fragrance of each herb open your mind to the creative
possibilities!
Some pairings to get you started:
Basil: apricots, blueberries, citrus, honey, nectarines, peaches, raspberries, strawberries, vanilla, watermelon
Lavender: almonds, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, citrus, honey, peaches, pistachios, raspberries, rhubarb, strawberries, vanilla, walnuts
Mint: blackberries, chocolate, citrus, mango, raspberries, strawberries
Rosemary: apricots, citrus, figs, grapefruit, honey
Sage: blueberries, cherries, citrus, pears, pumpkin, walnuts
Basil: apricots, blueberries, citrus, honey, nectarines, peaches, raspberries, strawberries, vanilla, watermelon
Lavender: almonds, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, citrus, honey, peaches, pistachios, raspberries, rhubarb, strawberries, vanilla, walnuts
Mint: blackberries, chocolate, citrus, mango, raspberries, strawberries
Rosemary: apricots, citrus, figs, grapefruit, honey
Sage: blueberries, cherries, citrus, pears, pumpkin, walnuts
Some ideas to get you started:
- Macerate blackberries with fresh mint
- Steep whipping cream with dried lavender
- Infuse cherry compote with sage
- Roast apricots with rosemary and honey
- Grind dried lavender with sugar
- Top your strawberry shortcake with thinly sliced basil
What's your favorite herb? What dessert does it inspire you to make?
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