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Paletas de Zarzamora

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My mom is in town and I am absorbing every moment with her.  We are spending alot of our time in the kitchen, but not focusing on taking pictures or writing down recipes.

When I cook with my mom it’s about learning, watching her hands and connecting.  We baked together with my daughter (Chuls) and I cannot begin to express the emotion I felt.

My mom’s wise hands guiding my child with loving patience as she worked her dough.  I am certain this will be one of her fondest memories as she embarks on her own culinary journey.

As we move into the weekend I wanted to share a quick summer treat.  Paletas are quickly becoming my second obsession, my first will always be margaritas.  Enjoy!        

Paletas de Zarzamora – Blackberry Paletas
by Sweet Life
By Vianney Rodriguez

makes  10

4 cups blackberries
1/2 cup water
1 tsp salt

1 tsp lemon juice
Place blackberries,salt and lemon juice in blender with a splash of the 1/2 cup water to get it started.  You do not want to dilute the blackberry flavor.

Strain if desired.

Pour into a paleta mold, insert wooden sticks  and freeze for about 4 hours.  Run your mold under warm water to loosen the paleta.  Enjoy!

*Soak your wooden stick in warm water 20 minutes before using.  This helps the stick to stay in place.

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  1. Joanne says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:37 am

    I meant to stop by this morning to say congrats to Chuls but I didn’t get a chance! She rocks. Please give her the biggest hug EVER for me! So proud!

    Reply
  2. Alex aka Ma What's For Dinner says

    July 19, 2011 at 5:31 pm

    These could quickly become an obsession for me!!!

    Lots of yummy love,
    Alex aka Ma What’s For Dinner
    http://www.mawhats4dinner.com

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  3. Maria says

    July 19, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    Hi, I absolutely love these paletas…you have beautiful pictures with your posts. Thanks so much for sharing these amazing recipes…I also blog about Mexican food recipes at http://www.mexfoodrecipes.com. I hope you’ll stop by to check it out! I’m sure it could serve as inspiration. Have a great day! Maria

    Reply
  4. grace says

    July 19, 2011 at 11:44 am

    this is so simple–i had no idea! i never gave much thought to how to make my own popsicles, but you’ve opened my eyes. gorgeous work. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Blond Duck says

    July 18, 2011 at 11:37 am

    Those look so necessary in this heat!

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  6. Carolyn Jung says

    July 18, 2011 at 3:57 am

    Interesting trick to soak the sticks in water first. I didn’t know that! Not that I make ice pops too often. But seeing these lovely photos definitely has me hankering to stuff my freezer with some now. 😉

    Reply
  7. Spicie Foodie says

    July 17, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    Sounds like you are having a memorable visit with your mami 🙂 I love paletas and don’t know why I haven’t made any yet this summer. You are inspiring me, so I shouldn’t resist it and get in the cocina soon.

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  8. Heavenly Housewife says

    July 17, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    Those look great, the colour is so beautiful! Summer time on a stick 😀
    *kisses* HH

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  9. Kocinera says

    July 17, 2011 at 5:25 am

    Aww, how cool that you, your mom, and your daughter have all been able to enjoy cooking together. That will definitely be a lovely memory for everyone involved. Plus those paletas look delicious!

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  10. Moinette says

    July 17, 2011 at 5:01 am

    Hi, it’s Kurious. Remember me? I was at a Latin festival today and thought of you <3. It's so nice to be reading your blog again, like seeing an old friend. & I always love your posts when your mom is visiting, you two have fun now =).

    Oh, and I am so making these with mulberries because we have this huge tree out front and it's all purple rain over here on the sidewalk.

    xx

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  11. Angie's Recipes says

    July 16, 2011 at 2:19 pm

    I need and want one now!

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  12. Belinda @zompp says

    July 16, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    So refreshing and needed!

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  13. Kitchen Belleicious says

    July 16, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    the color is just stunning and the flavor has to be out of this world. Would love to try these!

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  14. tinytearoom says

    July 16, 2011 at 11:23 am

    I’m deeply in lov ewith blackberries. This paletas looks so refreshing and appealing to me. I love that it is as easy as 1-2-3 to make.

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  15. yummychunklet says

    July 16, 2011 at 3:08 am

    These look really tasty and refreshing. Great post!

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  16. Maris(In Good Taste) says

    July 15, 2011 at 11:59 pm

    Such a vibrant color and a refreshing treat! You are so lucky to have your mom with you and for the memories she has instilled in your daughter

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  17. trudy says

    July 15, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    I have a ton of blackberries in my fridge, I should whip of a batch of these colorful pops. thanks

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  18. trudy says

    July 15, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    love the color! yumm

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  19. linda says

    July 15, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    great summer treat!!

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  20. MaryMoh says

    July 15, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    Mmmmm…this looks very healthy and refreshing. I will eat many when the weather is hot 😀

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  21. DessertForTwo says

    July 15, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    I didn’t know zarzamora was blackberry in Spanish! Now I can’t stop saying it! So fun!

    Reply
  22. Rosa says

    July 15, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    Mmmhhh, popsicles made with blackberries!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  23. Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says

    July 15, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    Such a healthy, delicious summer treat. So nice that you love being in the kitchen with you mom. Lucky!

    Reply
  24. Heather @girlichef says

    July 15, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    I think margaritas and paletas are acceptable obsessions 😉 These look beautiful and sound awesome. Have a wonderful time w/ your mama! 😀

    Reply

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