On Apr 7, 9:01*pm, "Nexis" > wrote:
> "Myrl Jeffcoat" > wrote in message
>
> ...
>
> > The strawberries are available once again. *They are a family
> > favorite. *I don't know how many flats we've consumed since Easter -
> > but likely close to 4.
>
> > I don't usually make jam or jelly - it doesn't easily get used up.
> > Other than the usual Strawberry Short Cake, etc., what other dishes or
> > recipes can you use an over abundance of strawberries in?
>
> > I also use them in smoothies, and fresh fruit salads. *But we need
> > something different!
>
> > Myrl Jeffcoat
>
> I adore fresh strawberries! I use them as often as I can, I guess. I slice them and
> put them atop waffles & pancakes, in cereal, or just put a dollop of whipped cream on
> them. I use them in cake filling, sliced and folded into whipped cream or pastry
> cream. I make strawberry muffins, and strawberry crisp, and strawberry cobbler bars.
> Hmmm..what else? Oh yes, they're good in salad, and I don't mean just fruit salad. A
> green salad.
>
> One of my favorite things to do with strawberries is the dice them, and use them as a
> filling in wontons. You can add chocolate or fresh mint or a little orange zest, or
> just toss them with a little sugar and go to town! lol *Fry them up and dust with
> confectioner's sugar while still hot.
>
> One more thing...when I was pregnant, I couldn't stomach dairy, so my midwife told me
> about almond milk. I used to make almond milk, then add strawberries and blend..it's
> tasty and good for you. *If you freeze them first, it will be like a milkshake.
>
> kimberly


Oh my goodness, almond milk and strawberries blended, sounds
heavenly! I freeze quite a lot of strawberries, and use them mainly
in smoothies, etc.

Myrl Jeffcoat