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Keeled Over at the Cliffside: A Delicious Seaside Cozy Mystery
by Nancy Stewart

About Keeled Over at the Cliffside

Keeled Over at the Cliffside: A Delicious Seaside Cozy Mystery
Sandcliff Mysteries
1st in Series
Setting – California
Independently Published (August 15, 2024)
Number of Pages – 254
Kindle ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D3CB8HH1

In the charming seaside town of Saltcliff on the Sea, Dahlia Vale’s life is about to take a dramatic twist. Leaving behind her monotonous job as a defense contractor, Dahlia inherits her late sister Daisy’s cozy inn and a new role as guardian to her spirited niece, Diantha. But Saltcliff holds more than just new beginnings; it hides whispers of past loves, local feuds, and a string of suspicious deaths that soon draw Dahlia into their depths.

Navigating her new life with the loyal Taco, her service dog, at her side, Dahlia stumbles upon secrets that Daisy left behind. The quaint Saltcliff Bed & Breakfast becomes center stage for these mysteries as Dahlia uncovers links between a controversial local chef’s death and her sister’s secretive gardening habits. As Dahlia delves deeper, aided by the astute Detective Owen Sanderson, she finds herself untangling a web of betrayal, blackmail, and hidden motives—all under the guise of serving the perfect morning scones to her guests.

With each chapter, Dahlia transitions from an outsider to a beloved figure in the community, piecing together clues with a charm only a true amateur sleuth could possess. Amidst the culinary delights and scenic walks on the beach, “Keeled Over at the Cliffside” crafts a tapestry of intrigue and murder, testing Dahlia’s wit and pulling her further into the heart of Saltcliff’s darkest secrets. Will Dahlia serve justice as adeptly as she serves her guests?

Step into the pages of this culinary cozy mystery, where every character has a story, and the truth is as layered as a well-baked pastry. Perfect for fans of a good puzzle and a great plate of food (or those who just love a loyal Labrador), this book promises to be a delicious read from start to finish.

Join Dahlia, Diantha, and Taco as they discover that even the most picturesque towns can hide the most sinister secrets.

recipe
Rosemary Lemon Tart

Lemon is one of Dahlia’s go-to baking flavors. It’s bright and refreshing, and with Daisy’s garden blooming out in front of the Saltcliff Inn, why wouldn’t she toss in just a hint of fresh rosemary? You can make her recipe without the rosemary if you like.
Grab a tart pan (removable bottom types work best!) and get going!
Make the crust first, and then make the filling while the crust bakes.

Crust Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

• 1/8 cup powdered sugar

• 8 tablespoons butter (melted)

• 1 tablespoon water

• 1 tbsp chopped rosemary (optional)

Crust Directions:

• Spray your tart pan with cooking spray and heat the oven to 350 F.

• Whisk all dry ingredients together in a big bowl. Whisk in rosemary, if using.

• Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix well. Add water as needed to create a dough that looks like big wet crumbles. It will come together, but not into a solid ball.

• Take little bits of the dough and press up the sides and into the bottom edge of your tart pan and then fill in the center with the rest. Press it all into an even layer and then prick with a fork all over the bottom.

• Bake for 10 minutes.

• Press with a measuring cup or glass back into shape gently, pressing the crust against the sides and bottom, then bake again for 5-7 minutes and set aside.

Tart Filling Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup all purpose flour

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

• 6 eggs, large

• 6 egg yolks, large

• 1 cup lemon juice, (from 5-6 lemons)

• 1 cup whipping cream (optional)

Tart Filling Directions:

• Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

• Whisk the sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a large bowl.

• Whisk in the eggs and egg yolks.

• Stir in the lemon juice and pour the filling into the crust.

• Bake 30 - 40 minutes or until the edges of the tart are beginning to turn golden. The filling should be slightly wobbly in the center. It won’t “look” done, but that’s what you want - it’ll set up as it cools. If it’s overbaked, it’ll crack as it cools.

• Top with whipped cream.

About Nancy Stewart

Nancy Stewart is the cozy pen name of USA Today bestselling rom-com author Delancey Stewart. This is her first cozy mystery, despite being raised on a steady diet of Nancy Drew and Agatha Christie, and supplementing that in adulthood with mysteries and thrillers whenever possible. She writes from her home near Denver, Colorado, where she lives with her former Marine hubby and two teenage boys. And of course, her dog, Charlie Taco (who appears in her mystery series as Taco the service dog.)