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Deep Dark Red Climbing Roses This gorgeous rosebush is covered in blooms… dozens and dozens of blooms. Now, if only I knew the variety… Munstead Wood (Ausbernard)? Maybe. Garden Update Added: 2 Additional Artichoke (Now 8 total) 1 Celeste Fig Tree (Higo […] Our Green Giant (A huge brown turkey fig tree) This week’s Garden Additions: 3 Black Mission Fig Trees 6 Artichoke Sprouts 10 Heirloom Cherry Tomato Plants (assorted varieties) And, this weekend, we’ll be adding 12 (or more) of each: Italian Red of Florence Bunching […] Roasted Chicory Used as a coffee additive or substitute, chicory is inexpensive and caffeine free. It adds a distinctive roasted flavor with a rich full body. When used in moderation, it makes a pleasantly mellow cup of coffee. If used in excess, the sour characteristics become unbearable for me.
Kevin Pang of the Chicago Tribune recently asked what Anthony Bourdain would do… if he were given control of the Food Network. His response? “I’d bring back “Molto Mario” right away. I’d have Mario Batali do a standard instructional show that would be the cornerstone. I would make it more chef-centric, of course. I […]
The addition of peas to this dish is a family traditional. My grandmother always added them. So, we honor her tradition. She was a gardener… not a hunter. Growing up, I probably ate this dish 2-3 times a month. Fresh peas in the summer… frozen or canned the rest of […]
This mildly sweet treat works as a small breakfast, snack or light dessert. Not too plain… not too sweet. And, I love the delicate crumbly texture. Sweet Almond Polenta Cake makes one 8 x 8″ square 1 cups AP flour 3/4 cup polenta, fine 1/2 cup […]
I’m not happy with the cookie portion. I want a more tender, crumbly cookie to wrap around this yummy currant filling. I think next time I’ll use a mildly sweet sugar cookie recipe. Dried Currant Paste makes 3 cups of filling 2 cups dried currants 1/4 […]
I love coconut. And, I make no apologies for using copious amounts in this recipe. And, lets not even mention the sweetened condensed milk. Granola bars are meant to be high calorie snacks to eat while hiking or participating in your sport of choice. So, if you’re just lounging around […]
Next to Florida mangoes (Edward, Gold Nugget, Haden, & Valencia Pride), Haitian “Madam Francis” mangoes top my list of favorites. For this recipe, just be sure to find the ripest mangoes available. Mango Braised Pork 4-6 1″ thick slices of pork loin chops 1 large onion, […] Mr Stripey Our garden was an expensive hobby last year. But, we did harvest some of the best tomatoes we’ve ever tasted. So, with hopes for even more success, we’re giving it another try. Seeds & Seedlings: $75 Fresh Soil for Raised Beds: $70 April 5th, 2010 | Category: Food, Fruit, Garden, Vegetables | Leave a comment |
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