Wednesday’s Helping: What To Parfait

 A chilling refreshment

The hot summer months have the Mixed Stew crew craving light cool treats.  Parfait comes from the same French word that translates into “perfect.”  The dessert usually contains layers of fresh fruit with alternate layers of cream custard, pudding, or ice cream.  Some adult versions may be spiked with liquor aka bourbon or brandy.  The list of possible fresh fruit ingredients is endless.  We used strawberries but one can also make tropical renditions with fresh mango, kiwi, passion fruit, and bananas.  Meanwhile, our strawberry version can also include raspberries, peach slices, or blood orange wedges.  Feeling frisky?  Try making parfaits using pomegranates or guava.