Thyme Blueberry Crisp

Looking for a yummy dessert? This dessert is so good. and highlights Summer blueberries.  It's my lighter take on a dessert I had in a restaurant. The combination of blueberries, thyme, and cinnamon is savory, sweet, and fresh. This recipe uses my favorite homemade granola. It's quick, easy and great for entertaining. You can assemble this dessert ahead. Then, bake when your guests finish dinner.

Thyme Blueberry Crisp
1 cup homemade granola recipe
1/2 cup slice almonds
1 quart (4 cups) blueberries
1/16 teaspoon thyme (3 pinches)
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
3 Tablespoons brown sugar
Vanilla ice cream

Preheat oven to 350*F.

Melt 1 Tablespoon butter. Add 2 Tablespoons brown sugary. Add 1 cup granola. (Reserve remainder of granola for breakfast or another treat later.)  Add almonds. Mix together.
Wash and dry blueberries. Add thyme, cinnamon, and 1 Tablespoon brown sugar. Fold together gently.

Place one cup of blueberry mixture into 4 ramekins. Top with ~1/4 cup of the granola mixture. Bake at 350*F for 5-10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. If you want more caramelization and toasting on the topping, broil on high for 2-3 minutes. Top with 1/2 cup of your favorite vanilla ice cream. Enjoy! 

I love combining sweet with something contrasting. For example, I like sweet & salty or sweet & savory. So, I love this sweet, cinnamon, thyme dessert. I love the contrast in textures and temperatures of the fresh blueberries, warm, crunchy granola, and cool ice cream. I think this is great dessert to share.

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Let's Celebrate July

Y'all I LOVE celebrations! I love birthdays, holidays, Tuesdays, and Fridays! I love celebrating achievements: graduations, babies, marriage, or just being an amazing human being. Give me a reason, and I'll celebrate with you! So, this is a new feature that I thought would be fun! 

In this series, I provide an overview of the food celebrations and holidays in the month, so you can celebrate! For me, this list is helpful for menu planning or throwing themed dinners. These food holidays are a great way to have a themed meal and invite people over to your home. 

I feel like inviting people into your home is a great way to build community. There's something about breaking bread, cooking, sharing recipes, and food that sparks conversation. I love talking and celebrating around a table. So, here are some food celebrations in July.

July has several celebrations throughout the month. July is:

• National Picnic Month
• National Baked Bean Month
• National Culinary Arts Month
• National Hot Dog Month
• National Ice Cream Month

There are also many celebrations on days throughout July. 

• July 4 is National Barbecue Day & Caesar Salad Day
• July 5 is National Turnover Day
• July 6 is National Fried Chicken Day
• July 7 is National Macaroni Day
• July 9 is National Sugar Cookie Day

• July 10 is "Pick Blueberries' Day
• I have several recipes that use fresh blueberries. Check out my homemade granola and make a parfait. Drink a peach and blueberry breakfast smoothie. Or, create a fresh Summer salad to enjoy for lunch or dinner.

• July 11 is National Blueberry Muffin Day

• July 12 is National Pecan Pie Day

• July 17 is National Peach Ice Cream Day
• July 20 is National Ice-cream Sundae Day
• July 21 is National Creme Brûlée Day 
• July 23 is National Vanilla Ice Cream and National Hot Dog Day
• July 25 is National Hot Fudge Sundae Day

• July 28 is National Hamburger Day
• July 29 is National Lasagna Day
• July 30 is National Cheesecake Day

I thought this list would be inspiring for your meal plan for July and would encourage some party and entertaining ideas. So, let's celebrate. If you participate in these monthly celebrations, tag me, @RDtipoftheday, and use the hashtag #RDTODcelebrate for a chance to be featured. 

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