It may not yet be official on the calendars, but in our home, the word is out- Spring is finally upon us.
Overnight spring had sprung, with bouquets of wildflowers and tea roses adorning the home, each room, more abundant than the next. Spring had a reason for coming early. A little birdie whispered sweetly in Mother Nature’s ear that a very special someone had a very special birthday! 😉 And as if Mother Nature was sending her own birthday surprise, brilliant sunlight poured down from the beautiful clear skies above. It was a perfect morning, a perfect afternoon, and subsequently, an absolutely stellar evening.
It seemed like the day only got better as the hours passed by, as it should be. Paper lanterns and twinkling lights hung everywhere. The family gathered in the kitchen where we took part in preparing a delicious birthday feast to classics like Alberta Hunter, Louis Armstrong and Scott Joplin. It was a night of utter perfection that I only wish had lasted longer than it did.
Beautiful memories were made that shall be carried in our hearts for years to come. I will always cherish the evenings spent with my family, laughing together on end, sipping coffee late at night, and sharing slices of this Strawberry Tart.
All that is left to say is, Happy Birthday Mom! I love you more than words could ever properly express, and cherish every day I am blessed to spend with you.
Now, shall we bake?!!
Strawberry Tart
(Adapted from Reader’s Digest: Creative Cooking)
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
For tart you will need:
1 cup AP flour
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon water
1 egg yolk
4 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon orange zest
1 cup cherry preserves
2 pints fresh strawberries
1 cup whipping cream
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Sift flour onto a board or into a bowl. Make a well in the center. Add the butter, water, egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and orange zest. Work the ingredients in the center, drawing in the flour until the dough is smooth.
Pat out the dough onto the bottom and sides of a pie plate. Prick the bottom and sides of the dough with a fork. Bake got 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is light golden. Cool.
To make the glaze, put the cherry preserves in a small saucepan and melt it slowly over low heat. Cool slightly and brush over the bottom of the pastry.
Wash, hull and slice the strawberries. Fill the pie plate with the strawberries and top with remaining cherry glaze.
Whip cream with 1 tablespoon of confectioner’s sugar until light and fluffy and serve with a slice of strawberry tart! Enjoy!
xoxo,
Tammy♥
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cooking lady says
OMG Catherine, this pie is to die for. It just looks fantastic, great pics. Thanks for sharing and blessings to you.
The Harried Cook says
Happy Birthday to your mother... This tart is just gorgeous and a beautiful tribute! Beautiful post...
[email protected] says
I wish I could pull out that tart out of the monitor... now drooling over the picture. Your mom would definitely love this!... and me =)
Petra says
I wish I could have a slice, right now. You have such a way to make my mouth water! Beautiful tribute to your mother. I miss mine. Blessings!
Joanne says
Especially given tomorrow's weather, spring has officially sprung! What a gorgeous tart!
Dieter Moitzi says
Geez, she sure is blessed, your mom, with a daughter such as you! Such a wonderful tart you baked for her! Would have loved to share it with you.
xoxoxo Dieter
Tanna at The Brick Street Bungalow says
The food... the music... the lighting... the company... the fine lady you were celebrating... unequivocally fits into the perfection category!! I know your Mom loved every minute, Tammy! Once again, Happy Birthday, Catherine. blessings ~ tanna
Kim says
Oh Catherine, you're making me dream of spring and summer... Up here, it's not quite arrived... everything is still frosted! This tart looks perfect! Beautiful post, really!
Lenia says
Beautiful words,amazing tart!Kisses,dear!
Aarthi says
Yummy Yummy...I Love this..
Aarthi
http://www.yummytummyaarthi.com/
Joy Juicer says
This looks incredible and is the announcement of spring!
Rose says
Happy birthday to your mom, Tammy! Thanks for sharing this great recipe and inspiring words with us.
The Café Sucré Farine says
Happy Birthday Catherine, you have a very sweet and talented daughter - this tart looks wonderful!
Mimi says
Happy Birthday! A beautiful post and a gorgeous pie.
Mimi
Pearl says
Hi Tammy! I'll surely try this recipe one of these days. How are you?
I'm happy for your family. Hello Catherine:-)
A Mom says
what a scrumptious! i'll make this one of these days:)
Alida says
Beautiful and powerful words. There is nothing like your own mom.
This tart is gorgeous. Lovely. X
agapanto_67 says
Food, music... Beautiful tribute to your mother. Blessings and happiness
Rosita Vargas says
Una tarta maravillosa para un precioso homenaje ,saludos a tu madre,abrazos hugs,hugs.
Faith says
This is such a sweet post and a beautiful tribute to your mother! The tart is really stunning!
Gloria says
Look amazing Catherine!
Reeni says
What a sweet post Tammy! I'm glad it was such a beautiful day for your birthday Catherine! The strawberry tart looks delectable! xoxo