A Canadian Christmas Blog Hop

Here is the ultimate shop hop! You don't even have to leave the comfort of your home. Every Sunday, starting on October 16, you will be able to visit the Blog of a well-known Canadian designer. There you will find a free pattern and a favourite recipe, both with a Christmas theme. It's never too early to start on Christmas gifts for friends and family!

Visit my Blog next Sunday to get the link to the first designer's Blog.

What to Do With Fresh Blueberries

There is so much fresh fruit available now and we are fortunate to be close to lots of "Pick Your Own" farms. Here is a quick recipe for using up some of those freshly picked blueberries.

Blueberry Cake

1/4 cup butter, room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, rinsed

Topping :
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation: Cream 1/4 cup butter with 3/4 cup sugar; add egg and beat well. Into a medium bowl sift together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt. Add sifted dry ingredients to butter mixture alternately with 1/2 cup milk, beating until smooth. Fold in blueberries. Pour into a greased 9-inch square baking pan. For topping, combine topping ingredients and blend well to form crumbs.Sprinkle topping crumbs over batter. Bake at 375° for 35 minutes.