Pesto is no longer a fancy ingredient used in French and Italian cuisine, nor is it something only a girlfriend or wife would cook up. Green pesto is man’s food. A basic seasoning made in bulk and utilized on many dishes to give it that spark. Pesto is romance for food. Traditional pesto is a […]
Whole Wheat Blueberry Zucchini Bread
The kids literally devoured this blueberry and zucchini summer bread and it’s easy to see why.
5 Thai Basil Wrap Recipes
Thai basil wraps are comfort food in Thailand and a few other Asian countries. They are often sold in Thai restaurants as a cheap and quick meal. Many restaurants bring the ingredients to the table so the diner can assemble their own wraps while they eat. Rice wraps are generally found in the Asian section […]
Homemade Mint Jelly for Garden Fresh Produce
Mint is one of those unstoppable herbs in the garden. It will bounce back from heavy pruning, too much rain, or not enough water. It will also spread and fill whatever container (or garden area) that it is planted in, giving you plenty of fresh herbs to use in the kitchen. One recipe you must […]
Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins With Honey
I love that this recipe uses both locally sourced honey as a sweetener, and whole wheat. If you’re in my area, tis the season for fresh blueberries. If not – your time will arrive soon have no fear. And when it does you will want to try these muffins. Sometimes we make these as mini […]
Spicy Herbed Sausage Pasta
This is the time of the year summer herbs are beginning to produce well, like oregano and basil, while over-wintered garlic is coming out of hte ground. Both play a great role in seasoning this spicy and savory sausage pasta dish. I love how Heather used chicken sausage for a lower fat version. See the […]
Stuffed Manicotti With Spinach and Herbs
If you have a little spinach left, and are starting to enjoy some fresh basil too, it’s the perfect time for this manicotti recipe. It’s one of the great additions to the Eating Garden Fresh series and I think it’s a fabulous meatless dinner option! This is very simple recipe with simple ingredients but you […]
Kohlrabi Coleslaw for a New Twist on Slaw Side-Dishes
Kohlrabi is an unusual plant in the cabbage family that is enjoying a resurgence with home gardeners. Which is about the only way I know of to find it since it isn’t usually available in a grocery store produce section. They are super easy to grow and hold up to the heat better than other […]
Swiss Chard Baked and Sauteed Side Dishes
Swiss Chard is one of my favorite greens ever. How it is that I was in my 30s before discovering these amazing veggies is beyond me. Swiss Chard not only stands up against the heat better than many of the other lettuces and things I like to try each year, but they are like a […]
Spinach Pesto for Delicious Pasta Dishes
Pesto is traditionally made with basil, olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon, salt and pepper. I have a full garden bed of basil, but none of it is ready to harvest yet. However, my spinach overfloweth! So, I am making it with a bit of different ingredients. Here’s what I used: 3 cups of loosely […]
Pickled Asparagus With Dill and Garlic
I love asparagus, but since the full harvest comes in over the course of just a few too-short weeks, you may find yourself with more asparagus harvested than you can eat immediately. That’s why this recipe is such a perfect addition to the Eating Garden Fresh series — you can preserve the asparagus through a […]
Fruit and Greens Salad With Dijon Wine Vinaigrette
With early summer fruits like strawberries and the earliest blueberries starting to become available, it’s easy to create delicious salads. Go beyond just the common greens by adding some delicious fruit pieces and be sure to check out this amazing white wine and Dijon vinaigrette. It’s a savory and tasteful but light way to dress […]
