Cool season crops such as cabbage, kale, cauliflower, broccoli and root crops like carrots, beets and parsnips have taken over my refrigerator. Gone are the heat loving cucumbers, peppers and tomatoes that I used to whirl into feta sprinkled greek … Continue reading
Category Archives: Fresh Vegetable Ideas
Tomato Soup from the Sill
It’s November 10, but we still have our garden tomatoes ripening on the kitchen window sill. They are a bright reminder of our recent summer, especially during drab, damp fall days. I check the tomatoes often for firmness, taking one or two for our daily salads or sandwiches. … Continue reading
Saucing Tomatoes
Our variety of tomato plants are providing plump, red, goodness everyday now. I have sold many pounds at the farmstand, as well as served fresh tomatoes daily to our family. With the abundance of ripe ones, it’s time to start preserving tomatoes … Continue reading
It’s Not Easy Being Green
My green crops are having a heck of a time staying perky and fresh at the farmstand. After I harvest them, early in the morning, and put the bundles in cool water, they still look wilted by noon. How do … Continue reading
Strawberry Preserves
It’s that wonderful time of year, the strawberry patch is bursting with aroma and sweet flavor. We’ve already harvested 10 lbs of ruby-red berries that are safely tucked away in the freezer for winter smoothies, strawberry ice cream or cheesecake/shortcake topping. Last night … Continue reading