Category Archives: Gardening

Blood Oranges meet Liquor with a Side of Spring Reading

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I admired these beautiful ruby red globes of citrus and reflected on the gardens I am planting. I could taste arugula and radishes for a wonderful summer salad and amazing homemade vinaigrette.…

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Tomato Soup’s Return Visit

I was recently asked what type of cook I am. Without missing a beat, I replied, “I am a rogue cook.” I believe in cooking with what’s on hand. Anyone who has dined at my house knows never to expect … Continue reading

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Grilled Okra

I seriously can’t remember last time I had okra. So, seeing them at the farmers market I grabbed a handful and plopped them into a produce bag to give me and my taste buds a refresher. Bon Appétit. 1/2-pound okra, … Continue reading

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Reflections From The Garden

“Variety may be the spice of life, but it can make your garden feel down right chaotic – Valerie Easton. My first thought reading that quote was Easton has clearly never seen Derrick’s garden, as he and Ms. Jackie have … Continue reading

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Green Beans Meet Homemade Take Out

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
? Looking at the beans in my garden, I was reminded again that another summer is passing me by and I have not learned canning. I dream of these fresh beans. They…

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