Author Archives: elizabeth
The Lost Art of Canning
Canning is a way of preserving your fruits and vegetables after the year’s harvest.  This is a folkloric activity that has been performed for generations, and is thought to be a lost art. Our family tradition originally began in Sweden where my great-great grandmother canned out of necessity and then brought her techniques to America. [...]
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Fresh Herbal Bouquet
The aroma of fresh herbs will brighten up any room. I like to create fresh and edible herb arrangements to use in the kitchen and as decoration. Re-using your old glass pickle or salsa jars (really any jars you have) make a charming vase for your bouquet, and is an environmentally friendly way to recycle. [...]
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Garden Vegetable Curry
The most frequently asked questions I get are “What does a vegetarian eat, salad and pasta?” and “How do you get your protein?” My sister had a great suggestion for me to share a balanced vegetarian meal each month in hopes of creating new cooking ideas for those unfamiliar with a vegetarian diet.  My main source of protein comes from [...]
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Veggie Spinach Wrap
This week we harvested many new vegetables, including our first grape tomatoes.  There is nothing quite like a garden fresh tomato. It has been said that we first eat with our eyes. I like to create rainbow-like dishes that are pleasing to all of our senses. This variety of color also provides us with much needed vitamins and nutrients to maintain a healthy body. [...]
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Fresh Veggie Fettuccine