One of my dearest friends cooks, bakes, and grills like a professional chef. She loves to chop vegetables, says things like “ramekins” and has her own tablecloth named after her—The Christine—for purchase at The Palate in Stockholm, WI : http://www.thepalate.net/. Preparing food has been her passion since before my husband and I met Christine and her husband, Mark, over 15 years ago. It has been our good fortune to be the lucky recipients of many delicious meals and absolutely wonderful times in their home. Since I am all about following our passion, this is my way of letting her have an outlet for hers. Enjoy!
Berries and Cream or Cheesecake without the crust
This is a nice summer dessert and a great way to get your anti-oxidants in.
8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)
1/2 cup plain yogurt (preferably Greek style)
1/4 confectioners’ sugar
1-2 tsp vanilla extract (depending upon taste)
1 tsp grated lemon peel
2 pints of your favorite berry
Mix all ingredients with a mixer. Add small amount of milk to thin out if necessary. It should be the consistency of a thick mile shake. Refrigerate at least 2 hours for flavors to meld.
To serve spoon some cream into bowl and add berries. Enjoy.
