Making Memories Around the Table

🌿 Peace at the Table

Making Memories Around the Table

💛 QUESTION OF THE DAY:

What is one memory from your family table that has stayed with you throughout your life?

There are so many things that fill our calendars today, but I wonder if one of the most important moments of the day is also one of the easiest to overlook—the time we spend around the table together.

Our family meals aren’t fancy. But I do try to make them feel special.

I set the table with our good dishes and our good stainless steel, not because it’s a holiday, but because an ordinary Tuesday is worth celebrating too. I often think ahead about things we can talk about so that our meal becomes more than eating—it becomes time together.

One thing we’ve chosen to do is leave our phones away from the table. For just a little while, we give one another our full attention.

Sometimes we laugh. Sometimes we solve problems together. Sometimes we simply talk about our day. Those conversations may seem ordinary now, but I believe they’re quietly becoming tomorrow’s cherished memories.

I do wonder about the next generation. With phones always within reach, I hope we don’t lose the beautiful art of conversation. Looking into someone’s eyes, listening without distraction, asking questions, sharing stories, and enjoying comfortable silence are gifts that can’t be replaced by a screen.

A meal is over in twenty or thirty minutes.

The memories made around that table can last a lifetime.

“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt.” — Colossians 4:6

May your table today be filled with good food, meaningful conversation, and the simple joy of being together.

With love from my table to yours,

Helene 🌿

Rosemary Thyme

Fall in Love with Home Again 🌿💛🏡

Pork Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Gravy

🌿 Cast-Iron Pork Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Gravy

One of the things I love most about cooking is taking a simple, affordable ingredient and turning it into something that feels special. Boneless pork chops are one of my favorite budget-friendly meats because they cook quickly, are easy to find, and make a wonderful family meal without stretching the grocery budget.

Tonight, I turned them into crispy cast-iron pork schnitzel with a creamy homemade herb gravy—no canned soup needed. Served alongside my Rosemary Thyme mashed potatoes and a favorite vegetable, this is the kind of comforting meal that brings everyone to the table.

Sometimes the best meals aren’t the most expensive—they’re simply made with care and shared with the people you love.

💛 QUESTION OF THE DAY:

What is your favorite side dish to serve with pork schnitzel?

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🌿 Cast-Iron Pork Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Gravy

Ingredients

For the Pork Schnitzel

* 4 boneless pork loin chops (about ½ inch thick)

* ½ cup all-purpose flour

* 2 eggs

* 1 tablespoon water

* 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

* ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

* 1 teaspoon paprika

* 1 teaspoon garlic powder

* 1 teaspoon onion powder

* ½ teaspoon dried thyme

* Freshly ground black pepper

* 2 tablespoons avocado oil

* 1 tablespoon butter

Creamy Herb Gravy

* 1 tablespoon butter

* 1 tablespoon olive oil

* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

* 1¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth

* ½ cup half-and-half (or evaporated milk)

* 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

* 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

* 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

* ½ teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

* ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

* Freshly ground black pepper

* Salt to taste, if needed

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Directions

1. Place the pork chops between sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to about ¼-inch thick.

2. Set up three shallow dishes:

* Flour mixed with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and pepper.

* Eggs whisked with 1 tablespoon water.

* Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.

3. Coat each pork chop in the seasoned flour, then the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.

4. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the avocado oil and butter.

5. Cook the pork schnitzel for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

6. Remove to a plate and loosely cover with foil while you prepare the gravy.

Creamy Herb Gravy

1. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

2. Add the butter and olive oil to the skillet.

3. Whisk in the flour and cook for about one minute.

4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.

5. Stir in the half-and-half, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and pepper.

6. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the gravy is smooth and creamy.

7. Spoon over the pork schnitzel or serve alongside.

Serve with Rosemary Thyme Mashed Potatoes, roasted carrots, green beans, or your favorite seasonal vegetable.

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May your home be filled with comforting meals, meaningful conversations, and the simple joy of gathering around the table.

With love from my table to yours,

Helene 🌿

Rosemary Thyme

Fall in Love with Home Again 🌿💛🏡

Rustic Rosemary Thyme Red Mashed Potatoes

🥔 Rustic Rosemary Thyme Red Mashed Potatoes

One of my favorite mashed potatoes has always been simple red potatoes with the skins left on and plenty of hearty chunks. I love their naturally buttery flavor, and leaving the peels on adds wonderful texture, color, and goodness to every bite. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that bring us back to the table again and again.

💛 QUESTION OF THE DAY:

How do you like your mashed potatoes—smooth and creamy or rustic with lots of chunks and the skins left on?

🥔 Rustic Rosemary Thyme Red Mashed Potatoes

Serves: 4–6

Ingredients

2 pounds small red potatoes, scrubbed well, skins left on
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼–⅓ cup warmed 1% or 2% milk
1 teaspoon Rosemary Thyme Seasoning Blend
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, if desired, to taste

Directions

Wash the potatoes well and cut any larger potatoes into halves or quarters.
Place in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch.
Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork tender.
Drain well and return the potatoes to the warm pot for about one minute to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Add the butter and gently mash the potatoes, leaving plenty of rustic chunks.
Stir in the warmed milk a little at a time until they reach your desired consistency.
Mix in the Rosemary Thyme Seasoning Blend, fresh ground black pepper, and parsley. Taste and adjust the seasoning if desired.
Serve warm with an extra pat of butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley and cracked black pepper.

🌿 Rosemary Thyme Seasoning Blend

2 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Mix together and store in an airtight jar. This blend is wonderful on potatoes, chicken, pork, roasted vegetables, and homemade breads.

Sometimes the best comfort food isn’t fancy at all. A bowl of warm mashed potatoes shared around the table has a way of slowing us down and reminding us that the sweetest memories are often made with the simplest meals.

🌿💛 Helene – Rosemary Thyme
Fall in Love with Home Again
Have a peaceful and blessed day.

Mediterranean Salmon Loaf with Creamy Cucumber Dill Sauce

Mediterranean Salmon Loaf with Creamy Cucumber Dill Sauce

Inspired by My Mother’s Salmon Burgers

There are some recipes that stay with you for a lifetime. My mother made wonderful salmon burgers, and they were always one of those simple, comforting meals that brought everyone to the table. As I planned this recipe, I found myself thinking about those family dinners and wondering how I could give one of her favorites a fresh Mediterranean twist.

By adding sweet onions sautéed in olive oil, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, Kalamata olives, fresh dill, parsley, and bright lemon, this classic becomes something both familiar and new. Instead of serving it with a traditional tartar sauce, I paired it with a light and refreshing cucumber dill sauce made with low-fat Greek yogurt. It complements the salmon beautifully without overpowering it.

This is the kind of meal I love sharing at the Rosemary Thyme Table—simple pantry ingredients transformed into something wholesome, flavorful, and special enough to gather family around.

💛 QUESTION OF THE DAY:

Did your family have a favorite salmon recipe growing up? I’d love to hear about the recipes that have been passed down through the generations.

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Mediterranean Salmon Loaf

Ingredients

* 4 (5-ounce) cans wild-caught salmon, drained

* 1 large sweet onion, finely diced

* 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

* 1 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

* 2 large eggs

* ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

* 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered and lightly seeded

* ¼ cup finely chopped Kalamata olives

* ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

* 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

* 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

* 1 teaspoon lemon zest

* 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

* 1 teaspoon dried oregano

* ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

* Freshly ground black pepper

* Salt only if needed

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.

2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced sweet onion and cook until softened and lightly golden, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salmon, sautéed onion, whole wheat panko, eggs, feta cheese, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, parsley, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, oregano, smoked paprika, and black pepper.

4. Mix gently until just combined. If the mixture seems too wet, add another tablespoon or two of whole wheat panko.

5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and gently shape the top.

6. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the loaf is lightly golden and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.

7. Let the loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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Creamy Mediterranean Cucumber Dill Sauce

Ingredients

* 1 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt

* ½ English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry

* 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

* 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

* 1 teaspoon lemon zest

* 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill

* 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley

* ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

* Freshly ground black pepper

* Salt, only if needed

Directions

1. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

2. In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

3. Fold in the cucumber, dill, parsley, oregano, and black pepper.

4. Taste and add a small pinch of salt if needed.

5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serve generously over warm slices of the salmon loaf.

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🌿 From the Rosemary Thyme Kitchen

This recipe is a wonderful reminder that healthy meals don’t have to be complicated or expensive. Keeping a few cans of wild-caught salmon in the pantry, along with fresh herbs, lemons, and wholesome ingredients, makes it easy to create a meal that’s both nourishing and full of flavor. Sometimes the best recipes are simply old family favorites seen through a fresh new lens.

Fall in Love with Home Again. Have a peaceful and blessed day. 🌿💛

A Time To Mourn – Remembering November 1963

A Time to Mourn — Remembering November 22, 1963

“A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.” — Ecclesiastes 3:4

There are moments in history that become woven into the memories of a family.

I was only four years old when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in November of 1963. I was far too young to understand politics, or even to fully understand what had happened. But I understood that something was terribly wrong.

I remember my parents becoming very emotional over President Kennedy’s death. I remember my sisters crying as we watched the funeral on television. And even as a little girl, I could feel the sadness that seemed to have settled over our home and across the entire country.

There was another reason our family watched that funeral so closely.

My brother was attending the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis at the time, and as the naval midshipmen appeared during the funeral ceremonies, my sisters and I searched the television screen, hoping we might catch a glimpse of him among them.

So intertwined with my memory of a nation mourning its president is this very ordinary family memory: sisters sitting together, watching television, grieving with their parents, and looking through rows of young men in uniform for their brother.

All these years later, I am struck by how much children notice.

We may not understand the words being spoken around us. We may not understand history, politics, tragedy, or death. But we understand the faces of the people we love. We notice when our mother cries. We notice when our father grows quiet. We know when the world inside our home suddenly feels different.

Scripture reminds us that life contains many seasons.

There is a time to laugh and a time to weep. There is a time to celebrate and a time to mourn.

Faith does not ask us to pretend that sorrow does not exist. It gives us a place to carry it.

And perhaps that is one reason certain memories remain with us for a lifetime. They remind us not only of what happened, but of who stood beside us when it happened.

Today, as I remember November 1963, I remember President Kennedy and a nation stunned by tragedy.

But I also remember my family.

I remember my parents.

I remember my sisters’ tears.

I remember searching the television screen for my brother.

And I remember a four-year-old little girl who could not possibly understand everything she was witnessing, but somehow understood that it mattered.

Our homes hold these memories for us.

The joyful ones.

The painful ones.

The ordinary ones.

And together, they become part of the story of a family.

There is indeed a time to mourn. And there is also a time to remember.

🌿 Helene
Rosemary Thyme 🌿😊
Fall in Love with Home Again 💛🏠

Slow Cooker Cubed Steak with Creamy Onion Sauce

Slow Cooker Cubed Steak with Creamy Onion Sauce

There was a time when many slow cooker cubed steak recipes started with a can of soup and a seasoning packet. They were easy, affordable, and helped many families get supper on the table after a long day.

Lately, I’ve found myself looking for ways to make some of those familiar comfort foods with ingredients I already keep in my kitchen. This version uses sweet onions, beef broth, Greek yogurt, and our Rosemary Thyme Herb Blend to create a creamy, savory sauce that tastes like it simmered all day—because it did.

The cubed steak becomes fork-tender, the onions melt into the sauce, and a handful of broccoli added near the end brings a little color and freshness to the meal. Served over brown rice, it’s the kind of supper that feels like home.

RECIPE

Ingredients

• 2 pounds cubed steak

• 1 large sweet onion, sliced

• ¾ cup unsalted beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon Rosemary Thyme Herb Blend

• 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces

Creamy Finish

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

1. Layer the sliced onions in the bottom of a slow cooker.

2. Place the cubed steak over the onions.

3. Whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Rosemary Thyme Herb Blend. Pour over the steak.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.

5. During the last 30–45 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets.

6. Mix the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Stir into the cooking liquid and allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

7. Place the Greek yogurt in a bowl. Slowly whisk in about ½ cup of the hot cooking liquid to temper the yogurt.

8. Stir the yogurt mixture into the slow cooker and heat gently for 15–20 minutes. Do not boil.

9. Serve over cooked brown rice.

Kitchen Note

Many traditional slow cooker cubed steak recipes rely on canned soups and seasoning packets for flavor. This version takes a different path, using real ingredients to create a creamy sauce while keeping the sodium a little lower and the ingredient list a little simpler. At Rosemary Thyme, we believe small changes made one meal at a time can help create a healthier kitchen without giving up the comfort foods we love.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

What comfort-food recipe from your family would you like to see updated with a few simple, lower-sodium ingredients?

Have a peaceful and blessed day.

Helene

Rosemary Thyme

Fall In Love with Home Again

The Gifts That Never Really Leave Us

Sunday Reflection — The Gifts That Never Really Leave Us

As we grow older, it can be easy to think of certain parts of our lives as belonging to the past.

The music we once played.
The photographs we once loved to take.
The poems we wrote, the gardens we tended, the things we built with our hands, the places where our creativity seemed to come alive.

Life moves forward. Responsibilities change. Years pass. Sometimes those gifts get tucked away like an old camera in a closet or an instrument resting silently in its case.

But perhaps they were never truly gone.

Sometimes a sound, an image, a familiar piece of music, or a beautiful evening sky awakens something in us that has been quiet for a very long time. And suddenly we remember not only what we used to do, but how alive we felt while doing it.

I wonder if those longings are sometimes gentle reminders from God.

The gifts He placed within us when we were young do not necessarily have an expiration date. Creativity, curiosity, music, art, nurturing, storytelling—these things can change shape throughout a lifetime, but they may still be part of who He created us to be.

Ecclesiastes tells us:

“He has made everything beautiful in its time.”
— Ecclesiastes 3:11

Perhaps there is a time for putting certain things aside. And perhaps there is also a time for picking them up again.

We don’t have to become the people we were at twenty. We can bring everything we have learned since then with us.

Maybe the camera comes out again.
Maybe the music begins to play again.
Maybe the paintbrush, the garden tools, the journal, or some forgotten dream finds its way back into our hands.

God is still writing our story.

And sometimes an old love isn’t calling us backward.

Sometimes it is calling us home to a part of ourselves that God never intended us to lose.

🌿😊💛🏡
Helene
Rosemary Thyme
Fall in Love with Home Again

Famous Barr John White Burger

🍔 St. Louis Table — Famous-Barr John White Burger

Before online shopping carts and curbside pickup…

there were Eagle Stamps.

All summer long I would sit at the table pasting those tiny stamps into the books — page after page — while my mom saved them carefully in a drawer. When the books were filled, we would go downtown to Famous-Barr to redeem them. But the real treat wasn’t what we brought home…

It was lunch together.

We would walk into the Famous-Barr Café, sit down like ladies out for the day, and I always hoped for the same thing — the John White Burger. It didn’t taste like any other burger. No lettuce, no tomato… just a warm bun, a juicy patty, sweet onions, and that unforgettable creamy cheese sauce poured right over the top.

It felt special every single time.

Today I’m sharing a faithful recreation so a St. Louis favorite can live on at our tables.

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Ingredients

Rarebit Cheese Sauce

• 6 oz deli American cheese, chopped

• ¾ cup half-and-half

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tsp dry mustard

• Pinch black pepper

Signature Onions

• 1 large sweet onion, very thinly sliced

• Neutral oil for shallow frying

• Pinch salt

Burgers

• 1 lb ground beef (80–85%)

• Salt & pepper

• 4 soft hamburger buns

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Instructions

1. Make the sauce

In a small saucepan over low heat combine half-and-half and cheese. Stir gently until smooth. Add Worcestershire, mustard, and pepper. Keep warm — do not boil.

2. Fry the onions

Heat about ½ inch oil in a skillet over medium. Cook onions in batches until soft and pale golden, not brown. Drain and lightly salt.

3. Cook the burgers

Season patties with salt and pepper and cook in a cast-iron skillet or griddle. Toast buns lightly in the drippings.

4. Assemble

Bottom bun → burger → generous onions → ladle of cheese sauce → top bun

Serve immediately while hot and cozy.

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Kitchen Note

This is not a backyard burger — it’s a café sandwich. The warm rarebit sauce is what makes it the Famous-Barr classic.

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🌿Rosemary Thyme Blessing

From their tables to mine — and from my table to yours.

With gratitude for the hands that prepared meals before us and the hands gathered here today, may this meal bless our bodies, hearts, and minds, bringing strength and joy. 🙏💛

🌿Rosemary Thyme Invitation

I’d truly love your memories — did your family save Eagle Stamps or eat at Famous-Barr? Tell me what you remember. 💛

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Brisket

ROSEMARY THYME SLOW COOKER BARBECUE BRISKET

For years, whenever smoke from the grill blew into my face, Dennis would tell me to say, “I don’t like bunny rabbits.”

He later informed me this came from old folklore. I tried it. Repeatedly.

The smoke remained unconvinced.

These days I’ve found a simpler solution.

No smoker.

No grill.

No standing outside in the summer heat.

Just a slow cooker quietly doing all the work while I go about my day.

This brisket develops rich barbecue flavor from smoked paprika, herbs, tomato sauce, and a touch of maple syrup. The result is tender, sliceable beef with all the comfort of traditional barbecue and none of the babysitting.

If you’re looking for a summer meal that’s easy enough for a weekday and special enough for Sunday dinner, this one might become a favorite.

Rosemary Thyme Slow Cooker Barbecue Brisket

Yield: 8–10 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 8–10 hours on LOW

INGREDIENTS

Brisket:

• 4–5 pound beef brisket

• 2 large sweet onions, sliced thick

• 2 celery stalks, cut into chunks

• 2 carrots, cut into chunks

Smoky Brisket Rub:

• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika

• 1 tablespoon paprika

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 2 teaspoons onion powder

• 1 teaspoon powdered rosemary

• 1 teaspoon powdered thyme

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon dry mustard

• ½ teaspoon ground cumin

• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Rosemary Thyme Smoky Barbecue Sauce:

• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• ¼ cup pure maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels.

2. Combine all rub ingredients and coat the brisket generously on all sides.

3. Place onions, celery, and carrots in the bottom of a slow cooker.

4. Set the brisket on top of the vegetables.

5. Whisk together all sauce ingredients.

6. Pour half of the sauce over the brisket.

7. Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours, or until fork tender.

8. Remove brisket to a cutting board and rest for 15 minutes.

9. Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid.

10. Stir the remaining sauce into the cooking liquid.

11. Slice brisket against the grain.

12. Spoon sauce over the sliced brisket before serving.

Rosemary Thyme Kitchen Note

The extra smoked paprika helps recreate some of the flavor we normally associate with outdoor barbecue. If you enjoy a more pronounced smoky flavor, the optional liquid smoke adds another layer of depth without ever lighting a smoker.

May your kitchen be filled with simple meals, peaceful moments, and the quiet comfort of caring for the people you love one plate at a time.

Save this recipe for the next time you want barbecue without standing outside in the summer heat.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Are you a smoker, grill, oven, or slow-cooker brisket person?

I’d love to hear how you make yours!

Rosemary Thyme Plum Crisp

🌿 Rosemary Thyme Plum Crisp

A loyal Rosemary Thyme follower told me she had an abundance of fresh plums and was looking for a plum dessert. We played with a few ideas, but sometimes the simplest answer is the best one — a warm, old-fashioned plum crisp with juicy fruit bubbling underneath a buttery oat topping.

This one is easy, cozy, and perfect for late summer or early fall. You can make it with regular granulated sugar or granulated Swerve, depending on what works best for your kitchen.

Ingredients

For the plum filling:

6 cups ripe plums, pitted and sliced
⅓ cup granulated sugar or granulated Swerve
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

For the crisp topping:

¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
¼ cup sliced almonds, optional

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter an 8- or 9-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced plums, sugar or Swerve, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently to coat.
Spoon the plum mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
In a separate bowl, combine the oats, ¾ cup flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Add the softened butter and work it into the mixture with a fork or your fingertips until coarse, buttery crumbs form. Stir in the sliced almonds if using.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the plums.
Bake for 35–45 minutes, until the fruit is bubbling around the edges and the topping is golden brown.
Let the crisp rest for about 15 minutes before serving so the plum juices can thicken slightly.

🌿 Rosemary Thyme Kitchen Notes

If your plums are especially sweet, you can reduce the sugar or Swerve to ¼ cup. If they’re tart, use the full ⅓ cup.

You can use granulated sugar or granulated Swerve in the fruit filling depending on your preference.

For a little German-inspired touch, add ¼ teaspoon almond extract to the plum mixture and include the sliced almonds in the topping.

This is delicious warm all by itself, but a spoonful of lightly sweetened whipped cream or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream makes it extra special.

Simple ingredients, beautiful seasonal fruit, and that warm-from-the-oven smell drifting through the kitchen — this is the kind of dessert that feels like home. 💜🥧

Helene
Rosemary Thyme 🌿😊
Fall in Love with Home Again 💛🏠