Orange Blueberry Scones {Plus Some Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas!}

It’s funny when I write on this blog, I am always thinking of my mom. Why? Well, without her, there would be no blog. She is the one that inspired me to cook, to bake, to put homemade food on the table for my family, to bond over food and to make every occasion special, no matter what.

My mom and I love to plan holiday menus, talk about new recipes and then try them out. Of course tasting is always fun too! The thing is, without my mom, cooking might not be such a big part of my life.

Although, I have to say, that is one of the many things my mother taught me.

My mom taught me to be honest, no matter what. She taught me to make new friends, and value them like family. She encouraged me to stay home with my kids when my first child was born, and reassured me that it would get better when I couldn’t believe how lonely I felt with only a newborn baby for company.

She never judges me, even when I know she has a different idea of how she as a mother might handle a situation. She is always there to listen, to support and to encourage.

Ooops— how could I forget that she taught me to make a very organized shopping list, plan my weekly meals and grocery shop only once a week? Oh and I also cannot forget the incredible spaghetti sauce recipe she taught and passed down. Mmmmm…..

How did I get so lucky?

This mother’s day, make something special for mom. Sure, we could all go out and buy flowers or chocolates, but this year, do something for her. Invite her over for brunch or a home cooked meal. Cook together, try something new, and bond over sharing a meal together.

Of course, going out to eat and leaving the husbands and kids at home is always fun too.

And, there is always good food there too….and less cleanup……. 🙂

Ah…decisions, decisions….

Just make sure to tell mom you love her. She deserves it.

Check out these delicious scones if you are making a brunch or just a light snack before heading out to enjoy a meal cooked by someone else. 🙂

Blueberry Scones

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cups sugar

1 tblsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1 tblsp grated orange zest

1 stick cold unsalted butter, grated

1 large egg, beaten

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 cup fresh blueberries

Heavy Cream for brushing the top

Sugar for sprinkling

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and orange zest. Using a mixer, lightly mix and add butter slowly. Add egg and heavy cream and mix on low until just blended. Dough will be lumpy. Stir in blueberries and mix until blueberries are embedded into the dough.

Take the dough out of the mixing bowl and place on a flat, well floured surface. Form into a large ball, then flatten out, shaping the dough into a square about 3/4 inch thick. Lightly sprinkle a pizza cutter with flour. Cut dough into fourths, and then into eighths, making triangles. Brush the tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar. Place scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Let scones cool and serve with butter and jam. Spread some of  my Homemade Fresh Strawberry Jam on top. You will not be disappointed! 

 HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!!!