Dee’s Corner

Dee’s Corner

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a fun and relaxing Labor Day weekend, even if the “relaxing” part was a busy day spent doing yard work! For those of you who enjoyed a weekend at the cabin, the weather was  exceptional, wasn’t it? Now that we’re...
Amish Apple Pie Streusel

Amish Apple Pie Streusel

This recipe was shared with us by our Tree and Shrub Manager, Tim Bartholemew, and his lovely wife Sara. Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 1 hour Servings: 16 Ingredients: For the Streusel: 1/3 cup Sugar 1/4 cup Brown sugar 10 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (1/2 cup...
Leeks

Leeks

Looking quite similar to onions in appearance, leeks are root vegetables and are related to onions, garlic, scallions, shallots and chives. Their flavor is onion-like but much milder. People who avoid this vegetable because they dislike onions should try them, their...
Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe

A member of the cucurbita family, which includes squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, melons and gourds, cantaloupe and its relatives grow on the ground surface as a trailing vine.  An excellent source of beta-carotene, folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary...