There are times when overthinking a problem or issue can stop you in your tracks and cause an inordinate amount of time wastage. My current dilemma hinges on whether you, my very kind readers, would be open to the idea of anything deep-fried being featured here on Gather & Graze. Would it be considered totally improper to do such a thing in these days of hyper-nutritional-consciousness? Or, are such dishes permissible on the proviso that I strongly stipulate that said dish be prepared and consumed on a very occasional basis? Love to know your thoughts, as I’ve been umming and ahhing whether or not to publish not one, but two (eek!) delicious dishes, that both happen to require dunking into very hot oil.

My recipe for today however is a quick little one, that requires no deep-frying whatsoever, but results in a silky smooth fruit curd/butter that can be spread onto toast, muffins, pancakes, waffles, scones or the like. Continue reading →