Chunky Cherry

Blend until slightly chunky: 1 cup pitted cherries, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves.

Warm mixture in microwave and serve immediately.
 

 

Blueberry Compote Simmer for 20 minutes: ­2 cups blueberries, 1/3 cup water, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon cinnamon.

Dissolve 2 teaspoons cornstarch in 1 tablespoon water, stir into mixture, and heat 1 minute.

Almond Joy Blend until creamy: 1/3 cup almond butter, 3 tablespoons evaporated milk, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Top waffles with strawberries and low-fat ricotta cheese.   

Java Fig Soak overnight: 1 cup chopped dried Mission figs, 11/2 cups brewed ­coffee, 1 teaspoon orange or lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon allspice.

Blend with 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1 teaspoon vanilla.