by Josie | May 13, 2024 | Cheese, Citrus, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Herbs, Polenta, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian
Polenta used to scare me. It always seemed time consuming and subject to error. But it’s really quite easy. It’s not a dish you walk away from, but you don’t have to babysit it either. it only requires about 30 minutes of time to have this amazing...
by Josie | May 2, 2024 | Citrus, Cocktails & Beverages, Gluten Free, Tequila
As far as cocktails go, margaritas are one of the best, most refreshing and easy to make. Blended or on the rocks – there’s no “best” way. Unless you want to zhoosh it up with strawberries or watermelon or cucumber, then blending might just be...
by Josie | Mar 29, 2024 | Gardening
This is a good article from Modern Farmer about weeds and making them a part of our food system. What a perfect time of year to share this. Right?! You know we love purslane, which is considered one of the most difficult weeds to eradicate. But we utilize it now. I...
by Josie | Mar 28, 2024 | Chef Inspired, Eggs
From The Kitchen I thought this was a cool idea and since many of us will be dying eggs this weekend, many of us might like this article. Have a nice Easter!! INGREDIENTS FOR THE EGGS, DYEING, AND FINISHING: 6 unpeeled, hard-boiled white or brown eggs (at room...
by Josie | Mar 22, 2024 | Freezer Friendly, Ginger, Gluten Free Option, Greens, Herbs, Meatballs, Noodles, Recipes, Soup
It’s a rainy, early spring day and very much feels like soup should be on the menu. I made this for my family with ingredients I just so happened to have in the refrigerator. It turned out so good, I wanted to share the recipe. Most of the ingredients can be...
by Josie | Mar 20, 2024 | Chilis, Corn, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free Option, Herbs, Noodles, Pesto, Recipes, Soup
This was so good. I love turkey noodle or chicken noodle soup and this one hit the spot. We bought a few smoked turkey legs at our butcher shop with the idea of cooking them with greens. The legs were big enough to feed 6 people, so I used a couple of them to make...
by Josie | Feb 27, 2024 | Citrus, Gluten Free, Herbs, Legume, Recipes, Salad Dressing, Salads, Sides, Spices, Uncategorized, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vinaigrettes
This is a gorgeous salad. The textural elements enhanced by the sweet tomato juices swirling with fresh lemon, extra virgin olive oil and sumac create bites that will remind you of summer. The salad is best enjoyed with toasted pita, grilled vegetables and meats and...
by Josie | Feb 1, 2024 | Cooking, Meal Planning, Recipes, Seasonal Produce
January was a tough year, but we made it though. Omgoodness. Well, it’s February and we’re still knee deep in winter, but little glimmers of sunshine are a reminder that spring is not that far off. February is one of those months that tends to be wet and...
by Josie | Jan 16, 2024 | Cooking, Dairy, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Heirloom Tomatoes, Herbs, Preserving and Freezing, Recipes, Saffron, Soup, Vegan Option, Vegetarian
I had made salsas, tarts, chutneys, jams and all kinds of sauces when I decided to make soup in the middle of 90 degree September weather. The tomatoes were still coming on strong when I wrote this yellow tomato soup recipe, but it had to be done. This is garden gold...
by Josie | Jan 14, 2024 | Chilis, Citrus, Coconut Milk, Freezer Friendly, Gluten Free, Greens, Quinoa, Rice, Sauces, Vegan, Vegetarian
If you ordered our Ginger Coconut Curry Carrot Soup, this is a great way to make use of some of the soup you ordered. It’s an easy recipe, with so much texture and color. The flavors are in the soup that you bought, so it comes together easily with just a few...
