What a week so far! Hot and humid, yet again, but we are keeping up! I spent some time early this afternoon starting irrigators. The peppers, in particular, need the attention. Consistent moisture after picking is essential to push the plants to produce more as we...
There are many variations of Mexican Grilled Sweet Corn available for us to try. This one was found on the AllRecipes.com website, and it was shared by Chef John. Ingredients: 1/2 cup Mayonnaise 1 Lime, juiced 1 Tablespoon ground Ancho chili pepper 1 teaspoon smoked...
Did you all enjoy the white sweet corn (Sweet Success) as much as we did last week? We brought it along to the campsite and grilled it over the fire--crunchy and sweet! We usually slather it with butter and a little salt and pepper, but it's fun to try new toppings...
Found on the website Genius Kitchen, this recipe was shared by Geema. She states that the cukes "will keep in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days and make a great addition to an appetizer tray or as a side salad." Ready in: 1 hour, 45 minutes Yield: 2 1/2 cups...
The creator of this recipe is Kristin Marr, who shares many simple and delicious recipes on her blog, Live Simply. She says that she roasts several beets at a time, enough to have on hand for smoothies all week. Prep time: 10 minutes (for the roasted beets) 5 minutes...
This recipe was found on the site healthyrecipesblogs.com, and the credit for it goes to Vered DeLeeuw. On her blog, she shares a wide assortment of the healthy creations she prepares for her family. Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Rest time: 5 minutes...
Savoy cabbage is striking in its difference from the regular green cabbage we are more familiar with. It's darker in color and the leaves are crinkly, like crepe paper. Green cabbage has a mild flavor and is crunchy in texture, which makes it perfect for coleslaw. The...
Poblano peppers are mild chili peppers that originated in the state of Puebla, Mexico. When dried, they are called ancho or ancho chile, from the Spanish word for "wide" (chile ancho-"wide chile"). As the poblano ripens and changes to red in color, it becomes...
The first ripe tomatoes of the season are eagerly anticipated by cooks and gardeners alike. An excellent source of antioxidants and dietary fiber, they also offer us high levels of vitamin A and potassium, and are a good source of vitamin C. They can be baked,...
Peppers contain high levels of vitamins A, C, and E and most varieties include the minerals iron and potassium. Refrigerate unwashed in a refrigerator hydrator drawer for 1-2 weeks. Eating them raw, added to a veggie tray, sliced in a salad, or as part of a...
