Category Archives: dessert

Sweet Mint Dessert Pesto

Posted on June 14, 2011 by blackdirtrecipes

Use this sweet pesto to drizzle over ice cream, fold into brownie batter, or to top fresh cut or grilled fruit for a lovely dessert. Ingredients:  (Yields 1 Cup) 1/2 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Water 2 cups packed Mint leaves … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb and Strawberry Compote with Fresh Mint

Posted on June 6, 2011 by blackdirtrecipes

Ingredients: • 3 cups 1/2-inch-wide pieces fresh rhubarb (cut from about 1 pound) • 3/4 cup sugar • 1/4 cup water • 1-pint container fresh strawberries, hulled, halved • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint Directions: 1. Combine rhubarb, sugar, and 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Apple Crisp

Posted on November 11, 2010 by blackdirtrecipes

This dessert is a tart and colorful alternative to the usual baked apple desserts.  The bright red of the cranberries will get you in the mood for Thanksgiving! Ingredients:  (serves 4) 1/3 cup orange juice 1 cup white sugar 3 … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin pie from scratch

Posted on November 11, 2010 by blackdirtrecipes

This will make a deep pie, any leftover filing can be baked on it’s own as a crustless version or use to dip bread into for a yummy french toast.  For the crust I will either make my own or … Continue reading →

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