A Texan Take on Blueberry Muffins


Updated 05/18/12 2:08 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Blueberry Corn Muffins

As a food enthusiast growing up in Texas, it was blueberry muffins for breakfast and cornbread for dinner. I always wondered what would happen if the two collided — which is why I created this a rich, buttery cornbread muffin oozing with fresh blueberries. It's subtly sweet and surprisingly light on the palate. With a sour pungency from the Greek yogurt and a bright, floral flavor from the Read more

5 Reasons Why You Should Remember to Eat More Berries


Updated 04/30/12 2:55 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Health Reasons to Eat Berries

Berry season is right around the corner, and if a big bowl of strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries didn't excite you before, maybe this news will: eating at least two servings of berries per week can help delay age-related memory loss in women. A recent Harvard study followed 16,010 women over the age of 70, finding those who ate berries slowed memory loss by almost three years. Read more

Taste the Rainbow: Purple


Updated 04/13/12 12:15 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Purple Fruits and Vegetables

Purple-hued fruits and vegetables are works of art. It's surprising just how many exhibit this bold color profile. I grabbed a bright purple head of cabbage, a box of blueberries (a personal favorite), an elegant Japanese eggplant, and a seasonal Spring onion. Not only did they make a fun photograph, but each can be enjoyed in so many different ways. For ways to enjoy these purple fruits and Read more

Blueberry Lemon Cake of Great Happiness


Updated 08/23/11 3:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Blueberry Lemon Cake Recipe

When Summer hands you fresh blueberries, Food Orleans thinks you'd be remiss not to make what she calls the blueberry lemon cake of great happiness. Meet my favorite blueberry cake.  It's got a great texture thanks to chopped almonds scattered throughout, it's not overly sweet, and it's really easy to make--you don't even need a mixer.  If you like blueberry muffins in the morning, this cake Read more

10 Blueberry Dishes to Savor Before the Season's Over


Updated 09/01/11 1:15 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Blueberry Recipes

If you're as mad for blueberry season as I am, then you'll be dismayed to know that there are only a few weeks of it left, as the fruit is at its best between May and August. So while there's still time, buy up all the wild and cultivated varieties you can find, and eat these puppies until you're, well, blue in the face. Need some inspiration? Here, are 10 recipe suggestions. Read more

Happy Hour: Blueberry Bonnet


Updated 09/06/11 4:01 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Blueberry Lavender Martini Cocktail Recipe

I've been up to my knees in blueberries after discovering cartons of them on sale for next to nothing at the market. After a long afternoon of hard work, I found myself in need of an alcoholic refreshment — so very naturally, the berries found their way into my drink. Browsing through cocktail recipes, I was inspired by a libation, Le Midi, which combines the essence of lavender with Read more

They're Not Just Delicious: Reasons to Love Blueberries


Updated 07/18/11 8:42 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Health Benefits of Blueberries

What's not to love about blueberries? They are delicious, low-calorie, and can be made in many different ways. And, of course, blueberries are so packed with health benefits that it's no wonder they are known as a superfood. Even better news: blueberries are low in calories (125 blueberries equals about 100 calories). In honor of National Blueberry Month, check out these reasons to add Read more

Celebrate the 4th With Red, White, or Blue Recipes


Updated 09/01/11 1:14 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Red, White, and Blue Recipes

The 4th of July is this weekend, and that means it's time to get festive! Show your patriotic pride by cooking with red, white, and blue ingredients. Many of the season's most delicious offerings — strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and blueberries — fit the color scheme, so don't be afraid to get creative. Here are 10 dishes to inspire your all-American celebration. Read more

Fresh Starts: Blueberry-Cornmeal Griddle Cakes


Updated 01/25/11 6:30 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Healthy and Easy Recipe For Blueberry Cornmeal Griddle Cakes

A banana-berry or avocado-pear smoothie make sense for those on-the-go weekdays, but if you're looking to get your Saturday or Sunday off to a healthy start, try making your own pancakes at home. I must admit I'm not the biggest pancake person, but this recipe for blueberry-cornmeal griddle cakes, which comes courtesy of the Lake Austin Spa Resort in Texas, made me a total convert. There's Read more