61: Part II Baking Beyond Boundaries: RocksNDirt Bakery's Alternative Healthy Lifestyle

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****Baking Beyond Boundaries: RocksNDirt Bakery's Alternative Healthy Lifestyle*****
**Introduction:*

In part two of our podcast series, we reconnect with Kimberley from RocksNDirt Bakery. Dive into her world of seasonal baking and discover her passion for teaching. Join us as we explore her top four seasonal dishes and the creative process behind each one.

* Kimberley’s Top Four Seasonal Dishes:*

**1. Winter Delights: Tuscan Kale Chicken Pasties**

- Kimberley’s shares her love for making a winter favorite: Tuscan Kale Chicken Pasties. These hand pies originated in the West Country of England and Cornwall, making their way to Canada. Kimberley’s version features Tuscan kale, leeks, thyme, and chicken, creating a savory pocket of goodness.

**2. Springtime Rhubarb Creations: Scones vs. Fool**

- Kimberley’s culinary prowess extends to rhubarb in spring. She discusses her dilemma between making rhubarb scones and a rhubarb fool, a layered dessert with dairy-free and paleo-friendly elements. Her goal is to showcase rhubarb's tartness without overpowering sweetness.

**3. Summer Berry Extravaganza: Blackberry, Ginger, and Lime Ice Cream**

- As summer approaches, Kimberley delves into the world of berries. She crafts a Blackberry, Ginger, and Lime Ice Cream that is not only vegan and paleo but sweetened with nutrient-dense date sugar. The combination of flavors creates a bright and refreshing treat.

**4. Autumn Harvest: Pear and Cranberry Galette**

- Embracing fall, Kimberley explores the flavors of pears and cranberries in a gluten-free, egg-free, and vegan Pear and Cranberry Galette. Using local, organic ingredients and sweetening with coconut sugar, she shares her experience teaching a virtual baking class, bringing joy to individuals with dietary restrictions.

*Cooking with Challenging Ingredients:*

Kimberley discusses the challenges of working with ingredients like kale and rhubarb. Her innovative recipes aim to win over skeptics and showcase the versatility of these seasonal gems.

*Teaching and Classes:*

Listeners learn about Kimberley ‘s virtual baking classes, especially focused on sourdough journeys and gluten-free baking. Whether through Zoom or local sessions, she guides individuals in creating starters, baking gluten-free focaccia, and crafting delicious treats.

Web: https://therocksanddirtbakery.com/

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