Author Archives: elizabeth

Veggie Spinach Wrap

By elizabeth | Published: July 24, 2009
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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Whipped Herb Goat Cheese

By elizabeth | Published: July 23, 2009
In recent years, goat cheese has become a staple in our house.  Sampling delicious varieties at local farmers markets is always a joy.  I wanted to create a new spread to enjoy on my veggie wraps.  I hope you will enjoy the delicately whipped flavors. Whipped Herb Goat Cheese: 2 oz goat cheese (chevre), room [...]
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Baked Zucchini Fritters

By elizabeth | Published: July 17, 2009
Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that is delicious prepared in a sweet or savory dish.  Experimenting new ways to cook with my favorite vegetable, the zucchini, is a challenge I enjoy and desire.  Today we harvested our first two zucchinis. I like to shred zucchini and hide it in many dishes.  It adds moisture, flavor, [...]
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2nd month update: Midwest Vegetarian

By elizabeth | Published: July 13, 2009
Our garden is growing, maturing, and rapidly changing.  We are waiting patiently for the tomatoes to ripen  and the fennel to blossom.  The time I spend gardening gives me a sense of connecting with mother nature  which is very calming.  Someday I hope to have a green house where I can experiment all year round.    [...]
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Spicy Green Beans

By elizabeth | Published: July 12, 2009
Green beans are an easy item to grow by seed in your garden and will be enjoyed all season long.  Last season we grew climbing beans along our fence row and trellis, which produced a plentiful crop.  This year we grew bush beans and have been very happy with the harvest. Garden tip: Remember not [...]
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