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Unexpected Summer

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This has been one of the best summers for me, personally. Everything about it has been unexpected. I’m use to being busy, like everyone else. Now, I’m not. I use to do everything, like all essential chores on the weekends. Now, everyday feels like a weekend, so I spread them out. I use to love the idea of having people over for relaxed dinners or drinks. Now, I am actually having people over and entertaining (thank goodness for our backyard, social distancing has been manageable). I’ve been given so much space and time this summer and despite some low points, it’s been a gift.

So, what does this have to do with a Blueberry Custard Galette? Everything! I use to get all worked up about having people over. The house had to be spotless, I had to prepare a feast, I wanted things to appear perfect. Now, even with all the time in the world I’m actually not worried about what my house looks like (or how clean it is) or how elaborate the meal. It’s just about the company. Sure, it’s still about delicious food but its not about an expectation. So, when friends come over, this galette is the perfect dessert to serve. It’s super easy, it has a relaxed, rustic feel and it is delicious. Served with ice cream, some fresh fruit on the side – it’s all you need to enjoy a casual evening.

One more thing. I love the heat. This summer has been SO hot and I get to enjoy it every single day. I couldn’t be happier!

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Baked Donuts

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I’m hanging on to the last of the seasonal strawberries and thought I would use them for these tasty, cake-like donuts. Sounds like a healthy way to use strawberries! I’m not really a huge donut fan – as in, I wouldn’t go out of my way to grab one but… if you happen to put some in front of me, I wouldn’t say no!

I find these donuts really flavourful. Maybe it’s because of the bits of chopped strawberries in the dough, the macerated strawberry juice incorporated in the icing and the crushed dehydrated strawberry pieces on top. I’d say so. I love that these donuts are so cake-like and not dense at all. Many baked recipes call for sour cream but I prefer to substitute that for apple sauce instead. It adds to the fruity taste and the light texture.

So, are these really donuts, if they aren’t deep fried? They look like donuts. They taste like donuts. They must be DONUTS. You decide. Either way, every time I serve these they are gone is seconds.

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Summer Lunch

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When I was working, pre-COVID, I use to buy my lunch pretty much everyday. Half of the time, I didn’t really enjoy what I was buying and most of the time it wasn’t cheap. For some reason, I could organize myself enough in the mornings to make my kids their lunches, but when it came to myself, the story was different.

Now that I’m home, things have changed. I’m making myself (and the kids) lunch everyday and I’m eating so much better. I’m not making anything over the top, but I am putting some thought into what I’m preparing. I’m loving my meals and I’m keeping it fresh and simple.

When I do return to work, I’m not going back to my old ways (hopefully!). I’m brown-bagging it, just like my kids! Except, my lunch may be a bit more gourmet then theirs.

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Good Morning!

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Now that you’ve seen me in my pjs, I feel like we know one another!

Here’s another thing about me: I love breakfast, but I don’t eat breakfast. I drink it! My breakfast consists of two of my favourite things: coffee and oatmeal. I probably drink more coffee than water (I know that’s not exactly healthy, but I’m working on it!) Every morning, I make a delicious coffee shake that ties me over until my morning snack (a piece of fruit, some nuts or trail mix). Give it a try!

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Hello.

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It’s not surprising that my first post on Mimi Eats is Strawberry Rhubarb Shortcakes.

A couple of years ago, I started a blog called Spoonfuls of Fun and my first post was Strawberry Shortcakes. It somehow felt right to start this blog with something grounded from a past memory, in that case after a trip with the kids to Springridge Farms.

It also happens to be summer. A season that I love. Strawberries and rhubarb are in peak season in Ontario and they also happen to be my favourite combinations for pies, cobblers, tarts, you name it.

Mini Eats is my new season and I’m excited to have you come along on this crazy ride.

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