Pies, Cobblers, Tarts & More

If you’re thinking that I’ve already posted a video recipe for vanilla ice cream, I have, but for what I consider a real” vanilla ice cream, which means no eggs. Layer bananas, wafers and milk chocolate pastry cream for a richer take on the classic pudding dish. There shouldn’t be a lot of stress involved in making this free-form strawberry tart, since once it’s topped with fresh berries, and thickly glazed, it will look like something from a Paris pastry shop.

Saffron and orange bitters join forces in this ice cream for an ambrosial, can’t-put-your-finger-on-it deliciousness. It has been tweaked in last few years to whip the cool whip with a softened block of cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar. Fresh blueberries are the star of this summery tart, with a crisp crust and sour cream-cream cheese filling playing perfect backup.

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