Month: January 2016

Cara Cara Orange Syrup Makes about 2 cups 2 cups cara cara orange juice 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1. Combine the juices and sugar in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. 2. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the mixture is syrupy. Remove from the heat, and cool completely. 3. …

Strawberry Ricotta Tart Serves 8 A shortbread crust, creamy orange flavored ricotta, and strawberries combine for a spectacular dessert. If you prefer, you can use a graham cracker crust. 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into tiny bits 1/4 cup confectioner’s sugar 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk …

Cara Cara Orange Upside Down Cake Serves 10 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3/4 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 2 oranges, peel and pith removed, and sliced 1/4-inch thick 1. Coat the interior of a 10-inch cake pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. 2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan on medium …

Sumo Citrus Cheesecake Squares Makes 20 squares 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour Three 8-ounce cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 tablespoon finely shredded Sumo Citrus peel 1/3 cup Sumo Citrus juice 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or vanilla extract 1. Preheat …

Curried Cauliflower and O’Henry Sweet Potatoes Serves 4 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon sweet curry powder Pinch red pepper flakes 1 head cauliflower, cored and cut into florets 2 O’Henry sweet potatoes, peeled, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces One 14.5-ounce can …