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Strawberry Tart

I started this post a couple of days ago, meaning to write something about summer, and delicious strawberries, and then something happened. I’m feeling kind of adrift at the moment, and I’m not really sure what exactly I should be doing. I don’t share a ton of personal stuff on this blog and since it’s relatively new I’m still not sure where I want to draw the line — so I think I will leave things vague for now. But in any case, this post isn’t for sympathy, or for any other reason than to share this tart with you. I just can’t bring myself to write about anything else at the moment.

In any case, the strawberries I bought from the farmer’s market for this tart really were excellent, and disappeared in a matter of days. This tart is another old recipe from Gourmetmy mom always makes, since my dad is allergic to chocolate, and so reminds me of home — something I need right now. You can also use raspberries or a variety of berries, but to me, strawberries mean that June is here and I eat them as much as I can.

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Pear Tart with Vanilla Pastry Cream

I’ll admit it. I’ve been dreaming of peaches and tomatoes, of zucchini and plums in abundance. The farmer’s market in the winter can be a little depressing, with heavy root vegetables and apples and pears week after week. Even though it hasn’t been all that cold in New York, I’m looking forward to summer and its produce. However, while we are all waiting for spring, this creamy tart might help lift you out of the winter doldrums. I like how the salty, buttery crust contrasts with the sweetness of the pastry cream and the vanilla-scented pears. Also, this would make a lovely Valentine’s day dessert if you have some time…you could even poach the pears in red wine instead of water for some festive color (although then I would recommend removing the vanilla).

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