Category Archives: Fruit

Cook the Book – Fresh Lime Pie

While we lived in the Caribbean, key limes were abundant and anything having to do with them brings me back to the beaches and the markets of the islands.  While I wouldn’t trade for one second living in Maine for anywhere else, a small hiatus during the muddiest part of the season wouldn’t be amiss! [...]

Cook the Book – Cranberry Almond Biscotti

Cranberry-Almond Biscotti A passenger of ours, Lauren Hubbell, gave this recipe to me.  To dress them up a bit, dip one end of the biscotti into melted semi-sweet chocolate and place on waxed paper to cool.  Biscotti are crunchy and store well.  They’re excellent for dipping into coffee, hot cocoa, or whatever you’d like. 2 [...]

Cook the Book – Apple Crisp

Some of my favorite shipboard memories are of times when we are at anchor, the awning is up, the decks are cleared and dinner is over. Jon and I are able to sit and look out over the harbor and watch the sunset with our passengers as we enjoy our after dinner coffee and dessert. Apple Crisp [...]

Cook the Book – Banana Salsa

This is a great topping to go with grilled salmon, tuna, pork or chicken.  It’s really important to make this salsa just before you seve it. It will sit for maybe half an hour, but is better is served immediately. It’s also important to finely dice the peppers and onions because they don’t have time [...]

Cook the Book – Drop Strawberry Shortcake

Whether you pick or grow your own, or you pick up a quart at the local farm stand or farmers market – these sweet, juicy red beauties are a summertime favorite. Drop Strawberry Shortcake 1 quart strawberries washed and sliced 3/4 cup sugar Shortcake: 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 3 tablespoons [...]

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