In the words of the chef herself, Amy Riolo says this Clafoutis recipe is a must to have on hand because “it’s simple enough for novices to make yet impressive enough for experts to savor.” We couldn’t agree more. With its simple ingredient list, you will have a beautiful French dessert in minutes.
Living the Gourmet is pleased to introduce Amy Riolo, award-winning chef, author and television personality.
Earlier this summer, I had the pleasure of speaking with Amy about her latest release, The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cookbook, which gives readers an authentic look into the world’s healthiest diet, within its beautifully illustrated pages.
By taking us on a journey across the Mediterranean and focusing on the dishes and ingredients common to each region, Amy gives the reader pause to reflect on their own eating habits and diet.
Offering more than just recipes however, Amy also offers lifestyle tips to guide you in eating both healthy and delicious while harnessing the power of Mediterranean diet.
The main idea and belief behind The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cookbook, is to eat food the way it was meant to be eaten.
Nowadays it is an ever-present issue to have the tendency to reach for those not-so-healthful options or overindulge. It is because of this tendency, food is being viewed as the enemy, and thought of as something we must avoid. However, in the Mediterranean culture, food is viewed as something wonderful that is to be celebrated, but it is also viewed as a traditional medicine. Fortunately, many are becoming aware of this and are embracing it, like Amy and myself.
Being healthful is a lot more than just cutting out fat or counting calories to lose weight, it also means that you must be sure that what you are eating is as nutritionally packed as it can be.
Another important take away from The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cookbook is to understand that every food has its purpose, and while we should be conscious of what we eat, we should not cut food groups out entirely. Amy perfectly conveys how the Mediterranean way can dramatically decrease the incidence of major illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. With each chapter you will find concisely written notes and nutritional facts giving incite on each region’s own specialty and its beneficial qualities.
While on the subject of living a long, healthful life, one of the most paramount aspects of the Mediterranean diet is the social; enjoying meals with family each day, as opposed to eating on the go. For many of us, our modern lifestyles may not always allow for this, but taking the time to eat together with friends, family, and neighbors proves to be just as important as the very food we eat. The celebration of food and family is medicine for the soul that will aid in keeping our stress levels down and contribute to our overall happiness and well-being.
It is on that note I leave you and now in Amy’s signature sign off, with pleasure and health, I hope you have enjoyed this delicious peak into the world’s famous Mediterranean diet, and join me in living a healthy and happy life through the dishes we create.
Blueberry Clafoutis
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon unsalted butter
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 2 extra large eggs
- 1/2 cup unbleached, all-purpose flour – or finely ground almond powder
- 1 cup light cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and butter an 8-inch baking dish Set aside.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons sugar over the bottom. Beat the eggs and the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer on medium-high speed, until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. On low speed, add in flour, cream, vanilla, orange zest and salt.
- Add the blueberries to the bottom of the baking dish, turn to coat in sugar and pour the batter over the top. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the top is golden and the custard has set. Serve warm with a sprinkle of icing sugar if desired.
Notes
Adapted from The Ultimate Mediterranean Diet Cookbook by Amy Riolo
xo,
Catherine
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This looks amazingly delicious! I simply can’t get enough of blueberries!
manu says
The color of this clafoutis is lovely!!!
I bet it’s yummy too.
xox
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Dear Catherine, I loved learning about Amy and the healthful Mediterranean diet. I so agree that the company of family/friends at meal times is as important as the food itself. We try to have a family meal together each night, but with the boys playing soccer, and music lessons in the mix, it can be a challenge! Always worth it when we can make it happen. This clafoutis looks so delicious. I’m such a blueberry fan and this looks simple and gourmande!
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Big Daddy Dave says
Catherine, Sadly, I have never had or heard of a Blueberry Clafoutis before… Simple and beautiful! With one of my favorite fruits baked in to this simple dessert, it can’t miss! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Comedy Plus says
This is indeed a very healthy way to eat. I won’t say diet either. It’s a way of life. Hubby and I love to share meals together. It’s a time of coming together after our busy day and enjoy each others company.
I love blueberries. This looks awesome.
Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
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Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
This blueberry clafoutis looks so insanely GORGEOUS! I tried making a gluten free plum clafoutis last week and it looked pitiful!!!
Chiara says
lovely clafoutis Catherine, have a good day my dear, xoxo
Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says
I was lucky enough to go to two events that Amy was speaking at this summer. She is truly one of the most knowledgeable “foodies” I’ve ever met. I love her Mediterranean cookbook and can’t wait for her next one! You did her clafoutis justice!
Liz says
Such a gorgeous clafoutis! I’ve never made a blueberry version, but it looks like a winner. So easy, yet impressive. If I were to follow any diet, it would be the Mediterranean—I’m going to check out this cookbook! Thanks for the recommendation!
Julie Wood says
This looks so delicious and I want to make this awesome recipe. It really turned out so pretty! Thanks for sharing this recipe.
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Dottie Sauchelli-Balin says
Dear Catherine,
I love a good Clafoutis especially with the blueberries. One of my very favorite berries. Your recipe is amazing and looks so beautiful you hate to cut into it. As you or Tammy always do have the best photo ever. The Mediterranean diet is what my mom cooked for us when we were young and still at home. Love Amy and her cookbook is really very good for those who did not grow up eating this way. Super post…Have a wonderful rest of the week dear friend.
Dottie 🙂
marcie says
That cookbook sounds delicious, and is predominantly the way I try to eat! I’ve never made clafoutis but have been wanting to forever — I love this blueberry version!
Kirthi says
Hi Catherine!
I just made this and it was sooo delicious. I didn’t have any light cream, so I used whole milk in equal proportions instead and hoped that it’d work. It did! I love to bake but my parents are getting older and more aware of what they eat. This is a delicious treat I’ll definitely be making in the future, for them and for myself 🙂
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