The fruits of fortune smiled upon me this June when I got invited to pick Blueberries at the “Weird Farm”–an animal rescue operation that also happens to have a small, thriving field of organic blueberries on its property. I spent an early morning there picking with a few friends and came away with 17 pounds of perfectly ripe gems. These are not your average market berry. They are smaller (i.e. more concentrated flavor), and picked in their prime. I'm so happy to pass these special berries on to you!

Simple, low-sugar goodness here. Blueberries are macerated with a blend of warm spices: cloves, allspice, black pepper, cardamom, a hint of calendula, plus a mix of maple syrup and sugar. The next day, they are cooked down slowly, and finally blended until smooth and promptly sterilized. A beautiful pairing for most fresh cheeses, and perhaps even more daring with a sharp cheddar.