OK, I know I said I wouldn't be heating up the kitchen with the oven - but I did
after all over the weekend!
A punnet of California plums needed to be used so an easy plum galette.
I used a readymade piecrust, threw in a few toasted sliced almonds - and it
came out well. I love summer stone fruits, especially when cooked.
Then there are these - the first gathering of Celeste figs came Saturday.
Still not much rain but all this heat and sunshine has apparently started
the ripening. They are now coming along fast and furious and I've
started sharing with neighbors.
Jeannette if you're reading this I know you'll want some, so come
on over.
As the oven was on for the galette I used the heat to roast figs in butter,
Acacia honey and lemon juice, tossed in walnuts for crunch.
These keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and are great with
a scoop of ice cream. . . . . . . . but I enjoy them added to my morning
Greek style yogurt which cuts the sweetness.
. . . . . . and do go HERE for a lovely easy recipe for the little fig frangipane
tarts I shared a few years back when overrun with figs - great for tea time
or dessert.
Enjoy your week - hope everyone gets some cooler days for cranking
up the oven and baking something fruity and healthy.
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