{"id":3133,"date":"2012-06-07T22:43:19","date_gmt":"2012-06-07T22:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kathycasey.com\/blog\/?p=3133"},"modified":"2012-06-07T22:43:19","modified_gmt":"2012-06-07T22:43:19","slug":"celebrating-summer-strawberries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dishingwithkathycasey.com\/?p=3133","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Summer Strawberries!"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the first delicious signs of summer is sweet, juicy strawberries appearing at the grocery stores and farmers markets<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Of course, strawberries are the perfect treats – just eaten out of hand or piled high on shortcake or dipped in chocolate. Yum! But why not get a little savory with your strawberries this year.<\/p>\n

Local berries drizzled with balsamic glaze and a few twists of fresh-cracked black pepper make for a perfect balance of sweet and savory.<\/p>\n

Wanna try that combo in ice cream? Check out Molly Moon\u2019s ice cream shop<\/a> for their inspired balsamic strawberry ice cream!<\/p>\n

Strawberry & Spinach Salad<\/strong> with sweet walla walla onions, and my Poppy Seed \u2013Ginger Vinaigrette is one of my favorite summer salad recipes. It\u2019s light, refreshing and a great way to use those summer berries for a touch of sweet and tang.<\/p>\n

And don\u2019t forget to muddle some in a summer- sipper like in my d\u2019lish Strawberry Shag<\/strong>. It teams lightly-sugared strawberries with fresh basil!\u00a0 Shaken with vodka and lemon juice, this fresh cooler is perfect to start any patio party!<\/p>\n

So enjoy some \u201cfirst of summer\u201d strawberries! \u2013Kathy<\/p>\n

Strawberry & Spinach Salad with Sweet Onions and Poppy Seed\u2013Ginger Vinaigrette<\/strong>
\nYou can substitute toasted hazelnuts for the almonds. This salad is also excellent as an entr\u00e9e salad, topped with grilled chicken cut into strips and dollops of goat cheese.<\/p>\n

Makes 6 to 8 servings<\/p>\n

Vinaigrette<\/strong>
\n1\/4 cup white wine vinegar
\n1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
\n2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
\n3 tablespoons honey
\n2 tablespoons sugar
\n1\/2 teaspoon salt
\n1\/4 teaspoon black pepper
\n1\/3 cup light olive oil or other salad oil
\n2 teaspoons poppy seed<\/p>\n

Salad<\/strong>
\n3 cups fresh strawberries, stemmed and quartered, or another local berry, such as raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries
\n2 bunches spinach, stemmed, washed well, and spun dry (8 to 10 cups)
\n1\/2 cup thinly sliced sweet white onion, such as a Walla Walla Sweet
\n1\/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted<\/p>\n

To make the vinaigrette, whisk the vinegar, ginger, mustard, honey, sugar, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, emulsifying the vinaigrette. Stir in the poppy seed. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.<\/p>\n

To make the salad, toss the berries, spinach, and onion with the vinaigrette. Sprinkle with almonds.<\/p>\n

Recipe from Kathy Casey\u2019s Northwest Table<\/a>, Chronicle Books.<\/p>\n

Strawberry Shag<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Strawberry
\n(Photo from Kathy Casey\u2019s Sips & Apps, Chronicle Books \u2013 Angie Norwood Browne)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fresh basil lends a fun flavor note to the classic combination of strawberries and lemonade. Soda water introduces a lively sparkle.<\/p>\n

Makes 1 drink<\/p>\n

1 to 2 large sprigs fresh basil
\n1\/4 cup Sugared Strawberries with juice (recipe follows)
\n1 1\/2 ounces vodka
\n1 ounce fresh lemon juice
\n3 to 4 ounces chilled soda water<\/p>\n

For garnishing
\nFresh strawberry
\nSmall basil leaf<\/p>\n

In a cocktail shaker, press the basil and strawberries together with a muddler to release the basil\u2019s flavor. Fill the shaker with ice. Measure in the vodka and lemon juice. Cap and shake vigorously. Pour into a large glass, top with soda water, and stir. Garnish with a strawberry and basil leaf.<\/p>\n

Sugared Strawberries<\/strong>
\nMakes enough for about 6 drinks<\/p>\n

1 pint fresh strawberries, stemmed and thinly sliced
\n1 1\/2 cups powdered sugar<\/p>\n

Mix the ingredients and let sit for 15 minutes before using.<\/p>\n

Recipe from Kathy Casey Sips & Apps<\/a>, Chronicle Books<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

One of the first delicious signs of summer is sweet, juicy strawberries appearing at the grocery stores and farmers markets! Of course, strawberries are the perfect treats – just eaten out of hand or piled high on shortcake or dipped in chocolate. Yum! But why not get a little savory with your strawberries this year. 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