Refreshing Shrimp Ceviche
When the temperature rises, this is definitely one of my go to recipes. It's light, flavourful and refreshing. It reminds me of vacationing in Mexico.
Shrimp ceviche is one of my favourite summer recipes. It reminds me of vacationing in Mexico with a good strong margarita in hand at the beach.
When the temperature rises, this is definitely one of my go to recipes. It's light, flavourful and refreshing. It's also great for summer picnics and barbecues.
You can also make this with scallops or any firm white fish. Since I'm allergic to fish (but not shellfish), I typically make the shrimp version.
Makes: 10 servings
Preptime:
Cook time:
- Cut shrimp into 1/2 inch pieces
- In a large non metal bowl, add shrimp, lime and lemon juice, salt, tomatoes, red onions, jalapenos and cilantro and stir well.
- place in the fridge for 2 hours to allow the shrimp to "cook".
- Once the shrimp turn opaque, add the avocado and stir well.
- Serve on tostadas or with nachos.
Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies
When life gives you lemons….
Typically on dessert menus I either go for something rich and chocolaty, or something bright and fruity. I have always had a weakness for desserts with a citrus note to it – lemon meringue, key lime pie…. So it is no surprise that I fell in love with these lemon lavender shortbread cookies.
tangy and floral lemon lavender shortbread cookies
When life gives you lemons….
when life gives you lemons
Typically on dessert menus I either go for something rich and chocolaty, or something bright and fruity. I have always had a weakness for desserts with a citrus note to it – lemon meringue, key lime pie…. So it is no surprise that I fell in love with these lemon lavender shortbread cookies.
These shortbread cookies are perfect for those spring and summer events.
The lively citrus notes go so well with the hint of floral from the lavender buds.
bright and floral lemon lavender shortbread cookies
the perfect dessert for spring and summer events
It is important to use culinary lavender and not the type that you would typically see in in flower shops – you don’t want to be eating all of those pesticides and other chemicals. You can typically find culinary lavender in specialty grocery stores. I have also come across some at my local Winners, Marshals and some Bulk Barns.
I have been dying to try a recipe with lavender since I picked some up at the St. Lawrence Market here in Toronto. The lavender is not overwhelming. You just get a hint of the floral taste afterwards.
These cookies are very rich and delicate and pair so nicely with tea. If you’re having a tea party or a shower this year, this is definitely the dessert you are looking for.
These pretty and absolutely delicious cookies are bound to impress your guests!
Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies
These bright shortbread cookies are perfect for spring and summer events
Makes: 3 dozen
Prep time:
Cook time:
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Zest from 1 ½ lemons
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon lavender buds
- Pre-heat oven to 325
- Cream butter, sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, lemon juice on the medium setting using a hand mixer
- Add the egg and continue to mix
- Slowly add the flour, baking powder and lavender and mix until well combined
- Drop a teaspoon sized of the batter on to a cookie sheet and lightly flatten a bit.
- Garnish with a few lavender buds
- Bake for 12 minutes or until lightly golden
