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Raspberries

14/11/2011

Oh dear. I have just eaten an entire punnet of raspberries by accident! After taking this photo, I decided to pop one into my mouth. It was, quite simply, so perfect and so fine, I just couldn't resist having another. And another. Just one more. And... oops!

Rapsberries really do not need an accompaniment, but if you must do so, then serve them with a light dusting of sugar or beside a meringue; or with a small dollop of home made vanilla ice cream (sublime!), or double cream, yoghurt or mascarpone. Prices seem to have come down recently, but with Christmas coming they are sure to go up again, so pop some into the market basket (or between your lips) this week. Tonight's berries were grown in the Corindi region of New South Wales and from the look and taste, they must have only just been picked, packed and shipped.

We are also enjoying the award winning Raspberry Vinegar from Montrose Berry Farm. Owners, Bruce and Fiona Robertson, had a marquee at Floriade. The vinegar is lovely as a salad dressing and marinade, but also makes a refreshing spritzer when mixed with mineral water and is delicious drizzled on ice cream.

Raspberries: very fine eating indeed

Martyna@WholesomeCook link

13/11/2011 09:02:16 pm

I don't blame you Lizzy! I do it ALL the time :-)frsh raspberries, on their own - yum. That vinegar sounds tasty too!

Lizzy (Good Things)

13/11/2011 09:07:03 pm

Hello my lovely friend! LOL, it is hard to resist, isn't it! I must admit to paying $12.95 a punnet on occasion (eek!).

Natalie link

14/11/2011 01:53:54 pm

Lizzie, I must buy some raspberries this weekend to make my breakfast dish of pancakes with bacon, cheese, raspberries and raspberry syrup. I will send you a pic :) Nat

14/11/2011 10:44:13 pm

Hi there! Loved your Tasmanian adventure and new philosophy. The pancakes with raspberries look divine. Hey, have a look at my recipe for cafe style ricotta hotcakes. I think you would like them. Thanks for popping in!

Vivian - vxdollface link

14/11/2011 10:44:40 pm

Love raspberries! Fresh or frozen :) They go so well with so many desserts like my mango sorbet recipe http://vxdollface.tumblr.com/post/12832482111/recipe-mango-sorbet ^^

14/11/2011 10:49:20 pm

Oh yum, yes your mango sorbet looks divine, so refreshing. Where did you find those pretty little cups? Thanks for popping in BTW!

Amanda link

15/11/2011 05:44:13 pm

I find it impossible to go past raspberries when they are in season. I also find them difficult to share - but when we do I love them best just on their own with some really good cream. My idea of summer heaven!

15/11/2011 07:40:00 pm

Oh, I'm hearing you. Divine.

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