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Nothing is better on a hot, summer day than a light, fruit based dessert. See our Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie recipe below

Nothing beats fresh fruit in the summer. Whether you pick yourself, or visit a farmer’s market or your local grocery store, using fresh is best. This dessert is no exception. Simple flavors and simple instructions together give you a pure and irresistible combination. Try it this weekend and it’s guaranteed to become one of your favorites too.

Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie

Crust:
1 – 1/3 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 cup flour
6 Tablespoons melted butter

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.  Mix everything together by hand, and press firmly into a 10-inch springform pan.  The crust should also go up the sides of the pan about three inches.  Bake in the oven for about 12 minutes, until it has firmed up a bit.  Let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Filling:
5 cups strawberries, washed and stems removed.
1/4 cup sugar
1 Tablespoon gelatin powder, soaked in 1/4 cup cold water

Roughly chop one cup of the strawberries and place in a small saucepan with the sugar.  Cook until reduced to a puree.  Remove from the heat, then stir in the soaked gelatin.  Mix with the remaining strawberries, then immediately pour into the cooled crust.  Spread the strawberry mixture out so the top is level, then prepare the whipped cream topping.

Topping:
1-1/2 cups heavy cream
1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon gelatin powder
2 tablespoons milk

Whip the cream and sugar to stiff peaks.  Soak the gelatin in the milk for two minutes, then heat gently until dissolved.  Gradually fold the whipped cream into the gelatin, then spread on top of the strawberries.  Chill for several hours before removing from the pan and slicing.

Fire up the grill and start enjoying the summer!

If there’s one thing to look forward to every summer, it has to be BBQ.  Although I have been known to pull the BBQ as close to the patio door as possible in January when I simply cannot wait any longer, there is nothing like sitting out in the warm Summer sun, a cool beverage in hand and take in the smell of something incredible sizzling on the grill.

The best way to tell the temperature of your fire is to use the Traditional Hand Test. Hold your hand about three inches above the grate & time how long you can hold it there before you are forced to pull it back:

1 to 2 seconds — High Heat – This is perfect for your hot zone if you are searing a steak or grilling shrimp. Use this heat first to sear the outside and lock in the juices.

2 to 3 seconds — Medium High Range – Good for most fish fillets.

4 to 5 seconds — Medium Low Range – Ideal for most chicken and veggies.

7 to 8 seconds — Low Heat – Perfect for you warm zone to finish steaks or chops. Also good for grilling delicate vegetables and fruit.

1 minute – You forgot to light the grill!

“The Only BBQ Chicken Recipe You Need” Recipe

Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cloves garlic, very finely chopped or minced
2 tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 heaping tbsp. fresh thyme
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 tsp. red pepper/chili flakes
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
cooking spray

1. In a small bowl, combine garlic, wine vinegar, thyme, mustard, honey, red pepper flakes, sea salt & pepper.  Mix well.  A few drops at a time, add the olive oil, stirring after each oil addition.

2. Either in a resealable bag or large bowl, add your chicken breasts and then pour the marinade over.  Refrigerate for 3 – 4 hours.

3. After the chicken has marinated, remove then from the liquid. Put the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and allow marinade to simmer for 2 minutes.

4. Spray grill with cooking spray.  Add the chicken and cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side.  Use the marinade to baste the chicken every couple of minutes during the cooking process.  Serve while hot with a crisp salad or over steamed rice, using the remaining cooked marinade as a sauce.

Serves: 4.

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