TALYA BOERNER: GRILLED POUNDCAKE WITH FRESH STRAWBERRIES AND BASIL

Grilled poundcake with strawberries and basil is that special sweet something you need for your 4th of July celebration. This dessert is super simple to make, especially since you’re already planning to fire up your grill for the holiday. Right? READ MORE

 

JULIE KOHL: STRAWBERRY SKILLET CRISP

Yet there are few dishes that can satisfy the senses quite like my Strawberry Skillet Crisp. The berries are cooked to a warm, gooey perfection and the topping is sweet, crunchy and buttery. It’s like being wrapped in a hug by your grandmother with a single mouthful.

Best of all, this dessert cooks up great in a cast iron skillet and nothing says home cooking quite like a cast iron skillet. READ MORE

 

 

ANITA STAFFORD: STRAWBERRY MUFFINS

Fresh strawberries are an appealing fruit with numerous health benefits. Strawberries are in season and abundant right now, so they are a great choice for eating fresh or for using in recipes. This muffin recipe is rich with buttermilk, but not too sweet, allowing the strawberries to take center stage. I baked these for breakfast, but I predict I will be having another one for a snack later today. READ MORE

 

 

DEBBIE ARNOLD: BLUEBERRY, STRAWBERRY AND CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Spring has finally arrived (I hope!) in Arkansas. Our strawberries are just finding their way into the local markets, and they’ll be finding their way into lots of dishes at our house. This Blueberry, Strawberry and Chicken Salad uses my  Blueberry-Basil Vinegar that I love, love.  (The blueberry pickles it makes are super added to your salad.) READ MORE