According to archaeologists, it is believed that some of the very first cakes ever made were simple concoctions of soft goat cheese, honey, and sometimes a little bit of grain. These cheesecake tarts are my homage to those ancient cakes. The flaky pastry crust gets a nutty flavor from buckwheat flour, but has also been adapted to be gluten-free. The filling is an aromatic mixture of homemade bay leaf-infused goat cheese and honey. A gorgeous topping of elderberry honey sauce really dresses these up, and a roasted fig with honey is the perfect compliment to the richness of the cheesecake below.
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Welcome to the Wondersmith's Writings! Here you can find magical recipes featuring foraged ingredients, musings on food and ceremony, and meaningful rituals to explore your own everyday magic. Though I have been focused on other writing pursuits, I am keeping all of my blog content up as a resource for you. You can use the search bar below to find what you are looking for. (Please note that sometimes you need to refresh the page to see the search results.) Happy reading! If you'd like to support my goal to spread magic far and wide, consider contributing to my patreon program!
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Learn all about edible flowers, then create stunning flowerfetti pierogis filled with lots of delicious flower petals in a dish that can be breakfast, lunch, dessert, or the first course of dinner!
Read MoreThis refreshing chilled soup is as vibrant in flavor as it is in color! Crunchy, juicy, cooling cattail shoots are the perfect addition to make it extra delightful on a hot spring day.
Read MoreThis simple three-part ritual will allow you to give thanks for the wonderful wild spaces that support you, no matter where you live. Make these beautifully colored and decorated deviled eggs to celebrate the day as well!
Read MoreAn overview of my special event “Fireweed” - the inspiration behind it, the ceremony of the gathering, and an account of what it entailed.
Read MoreThis beautiful berry pudding is the perfect way to showcase the proliferation of berries available in the Pacific Northwest right now. Crunchy candied strawberries round out this berry explosion.
Read MoreWhat better way to dress up delicious artisan chocolate than by bedecking it with foraged wildflowers, fruits, and other treats from the wild food pantry? This post also dives into the question: why do you forage?
Read MoreSpend a day exploring and foraging in your local wilderness and you, too, could end up with a delicious pizza full of wild flavors!
Read MoreThis delightful spring dessert not only looks just like a labradorite cabochon, it tastes delicious too! Wild ginger mingles with green tea for a light jelly, paired with a fruity stewed blackberry sauce. Surprise your guests today!
Read MoreIf you want to start learning how to forage wild plants for food or medicine but don’t know where to start, I’ve got you covered. This post is full of my favorite resources and advice for learning.
Read MoreReduce food waste by using up the scraps of your forage with these delicious and versatile recipes! Tender stinging nettle or spinach crepes pair well with a savory duo of wild mushroom filling and hollandaise sauce OR a sweeter option of yogurt and jam filling with primrose curd.
Read MoreMy recommendations on how to get to know the wild foods that surround you, plus a zingy recipe for tart/spicy sumac and pink peppercorn salt
Read MoreThe seductive caramel notes of acorn flour come out to play in this cake fit for a queen. A tender and fragrant gluten-free bundt cake is topped with maple-bourbon icing, acorn pudding, and a crown of candied nuts.
Read MoreA celebration of all things rose from tarts to sugar paste to whipped lotion, and the lessons of self care and pleasure this plant teaches us.
Read MoreA stunningly beautiful (and easy to make!) sweet bread to mark the return of the light on the solstice, flavored appropriately with summery cattail pollen. This post also includes a meaningful ritual to celebrate the light in your life.
Read MoreA recipe for a stunning (and delicious) holiday treat, plus an introduction to mindfulness through eating and some tips to get started.
Read MoreForest Floor-Roasted Pears and Putting The Ground (and ourselves) To Rest. A delicious recipe full of local terroir, plus some thoughts on perfectionism and relaxation through the holiday season.
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Join me for a little winter night magic as we bake this cake full of rich seasonal flavors and black cocoa!