It’s Empire Apple Time!

Super crisp, tart and oh so FRESH! They’re apple perfection.

Dessert Apples 1 apple per person

1 apple lemon wedges tupelo honey

1. Slice apple.

2. Squeeze each slice with the juice of a lemon wedge or two.

3. Drizzle […]

A Hike In The Woods

What’s the appropriate meal before a hike in the woods on a cool morning at the tail end of summer?

Bircher-Benner Muesli makes 1 bowl

1 Tablespoon rolled oats 2 Tablespoons water 1 Tablespoon Sweetened Condensed milk (or 1 Tablespoon cream & 1 teaspoon sugar) 1 […]

Hot Peppers, Onions & Tomatoes

My Sweet Summer Garden Tomatoes…

…we’re so sad to see you go.

Lovely California Wonders

We guarantee you’ll be back next year.

And, Tiny Yellow Currants

We won’t forget about you.

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From Scratch: Lemonade

1/2 of a Lemon

…make lemonade!

How many recipes call for 1/2 of a lemon? Too many. Don’t let that remaining half go to waste.

Homemade Lemonade makes 1 rocks glass

juice of 1/2 of a large, juicy lemon 1-2 teaspoons sugar (or if […]

Cantaloupe Sorbet & Fruit Pops

Normally, I like to keep the sugar to a minimum. But, I was in the mood for a sweet treat. So, I added more sugar than I usually would (1/2 cup). The higher sugar content also creates a lovely texture. This could easily be made with as little as 2 […]

Black Krim

…on steroids?

Nope, we’re just using good old fashioned nutrient-rich soil.

Bicicletta

This is a perfect drink to make your own. Add more wine, more sparkling water, or more Campari. It’s your choice. If you’re not a fan of Campari, give this a try with one scant shot. You might be a convert.

Bicicletta makes 2

2-4 ounces […]

Mr Stripey Bruschetta

Isn’t he beautiful?

…and sooo delicious!

Mr Stripey Bruschetta

rustic bread extra virgin olive oil garlic, peeled tomato slices (Here, I’m using Mr Stripey) fine sea salt (or smoked salt) freshly ground black pepper

balsamic vinegar, if desired

Mutant Tomatoes

The Elephant Man Tomato

Butthead

We’re ready for our close-up!

Something Wicked This Way Grows

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Tomatoes Of Many Colors

Shades range from light yellow to pink to dark red tinged with black

After a weekend of salads, pasta dishes and popping tomatoes like candy, the rest went into one big batch of spicy jalapeno tomato jam. The level of spicy heat will depend on […]