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Around here we are in the midst of Tomato Season, which really makes me happy. One of my favorite things to do with tomatoes is just top them with some mozzarella and basil (on a plate with salt & pepper or melted between bread or …
There is something about a perfectly fresh peach that just brings a smile to my face: the bright happy color, the exploding juices, the balanced level of sweetness – summer sweetness. A few months ago we bought some Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars from a …
I have often talked about growing up and working at Quiet Valley – a place that is near and dear to my heart. At the farm, there is an 1800’s Bake Oven, which gets fired up weekly to cook/bake the most delicious breads & other amazing foods (as would have happened 200 years ago).
Last week I saved you from drowning in Zucchini with my Zucchini Boats – but by now you probably are completely overwhelmed with summer squashes again! Growing up, I think that one of my (and my “family’s”- you see, we weren’t just co-workers or friends on the farm, we were truly family) favorite meals from the bake oven was “Squash Casserole” Continue reading Zucchini & Summer Squash Casserole
Nothing says SUMMER more than Popsicles Ok – I lie. To you there may be something that says “summer” more than a few delicious minutes of heavenly goodness on a stick. BUT, you do have to agree that these Ginger Peach Ice Pops just shout …
Summer seems to make us want beautiful, light, and deliciously healthy foods! Now that our CSA is in full swing we are getting lots of a few different fruits/veggies at the same time. I love the challenge of getting a lot of one or two …
This time of year many people are drowning in zucchini.
Never fear…- my Zucchini Boats and I are here to save you! Continue reading Stuffed Zucchini Boats