“The Canes Go Marching Two by Two…”
They all go marching down—through the beds, where they evict—the tomatoes, boom boom boom. The canes go marching three by three, the little one stops to take a, eh—rest—and they …
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Radish Salsa
Whipping up a bowl of salsa is probably one of the easiest ways you can spice up any meal. Regular chips sound too boring? Add salsa. Want to give that …
A Cozy New England Supper: Love in Every Bite
When Valentine’s Day rolls around and Gail and I find ourselves at home, we’re often torn between dressing up and heading out to one of the wonderful restaurants nearby or …
Romantic Dinners for Two: A Mediterranean Journey
This Tuscan Bean and Tomato Stew comes from the tradition of "cucina povera," or the peasant cooking of Italy, where fresh, local ingredients were used to create simple yet nourishing …
Roasted Garlic Cauliflower
I love making Roasted Garlic Cauliflower. Not only is it so easy to make, but the flavor combination of roasted garlic and cauliflower is incredibly delicious. Roasting the garlic brings …
When Good Garlic Goes Bad: A Gardener’s Guide to Spotting Spoiled Garlic
Last summer, I discovered something unusual while sorting through my stored garlic harvest. Among the perfectly preserved bulbs from my garden, I found signs of what could look like spoiled …
Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
Every year after Thanksgiving, as I survey the landscape of leftover turkey in my refrigerator, I'm reminded that sometimes the best recipes come from necessity. This turkey shepherd's pie was …
How to Plant a Food Garden According to Your Palate
Winter is the season of garden planning, and once the holidays are over, I like to sit down and dream about what my garden will look like in the spring …
Roasted Asparagus with Baked Sheet Pan Eggs
Asparagus is a vegetable that deserves a place at the table year-round. Whether it's fresh from the garden, purchased at the farmers market, or from your local grocery store, those …
Healthy Cream of Asparagus Soup
I don't know about you, but when I have a fresh batch of asparagus, I am so excited to begin making recipes with it. Now that my asparagus has been …
