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Strawberry Crostata with Lavender Glaze

5/10/2016

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Sometimes my eyes are bigger than my stomach, especially during berry season. This simple dessert is the perfect answer. A rustic, free form tart that works with any berry but is especially good with strawberries. Just a little bit of cornmeal adds crunch to the crust offsetting the melting softness of the berries beautifully.

The lavender glaze is optional, as I realize many people don't stockpile dried lavender blossoms in their pantry, but you can find them in bulk at many health food stores if you want to give it a try. Substitute a little freshly whipped cream or a very light drizzle of honey for the glaze, if you like.
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Strawberry Crostata​
for the crust
  • 1.5 c. flour
  • 1/4 c. cornmeal
  • 1/2 t. salt
  • 2 t. sugar
  • 6 oz. (1 1/2 sticks) cold butter, cut into pieces
  • ice water, to bring together
Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl, then work the butter into the flour mixture by rubbing it in with your fingers until the mixture resembles damp sand. Add just enough ice water so that the dough holds together. Form into a disk and refrigerate for 15 minutes before using. 

for the filling
  • 3-4 c. ripe berries
  • 2 T. cornstarch
  • 1-2 T. sugar
  • a few drops of balsamic vinegar
Preheat your oven to 400. Slice the berries lengthwise and combine with the cornstarch, sugar and vinegar until the cornstarch is thoroughly dissolved. 

Roll out your crust to 1/4" thick. Pile the berries in the center and fold the crust edges up over the berries. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the crust is cooked through and golden. Cool, drizzle with lavender glaze and serve. 

for the glaze
  • 1 T. dried lavender blossoms
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1 c. powdered sugar
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium until small bubbles are forming around the edges of the pan. Add the dried lavender and stir well. Leave on the heat for a couple of minutes and then remove, allowing the mixture to steep until cooled. Strain out the lavender and then whisk the milk with the powdered sugar to create a smooth glaze. 
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