Nothing says Irish like potatoes (perfect for St. Patricks Day!) and nothing says “picnic” like potato salad. Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to this creamy version that comes together in just a few minutes. For best results, make this dish a day in advance so the flavors have a chance to fully mingle….
During the dead of winter and even early spring I need some garden inspiration and I think you do too! We have been talking quite a bit about Potager (kitchen) Gardens like what the differences are between a Potager (kitchen) garden and a regular garden and we also shared 4 tips on planning a productive…
Each season seems to have their calling for specialty foods. In the summertime, we are blessed with fresh fruits and veggies from the garden or maybe the farmers market or CSA box and the tantalizing smell of someone barbecuing. In the winter depending on your geography you may have to huddle up by the fireplace…
Well January is here and there are plans to be made. Plans for the garden, plans for the homestead, plans for this website, plans for my family… I love January and its clean slate of new plans, don’t you? But first, a little look back on the past. If you follow me on Instagram, you…
This elegant side dish elevates basic green beans to a whole new level. This dish is great for entertaining because it looks and tastes like you spent a lot more time on it than you actually did. Roasting the green beans assures they will be crisp tender and full of robust flavor. As an added…
This chilled pasta salad is a great way to keep cool on a hot day. For best results, make this pasta salad with fresh tomatoes from your garden or the farmers market. This delicious side dish tastes even better after the flavours have a chance to mingle, so make it a day or two in…
There are few pieces of cookware as versatile and dependable as a good cast iron Dutch oven. Finding the right one can be the beginning of a many delicious memories shared around the dinner table with family and friends. As a rule, cast iron cookware has a tendency to last forever, so there are a…
This recipe replaces traditional pasta with healthy and delicious zucchini noodles, so you can indulge in it often without any guilt. Zucchini noodles are also an excellent way to use up an abundance of zucchini from your garden or farmers market. I don’t know about you, but I always need new recipes and ways to…
This tasty, versatile dish can be used just about anywhere you’d use traditional tomato salsa. For example, it can be used to dress up everything from eggs to enchiladas and it is fantastic when stirred into your favorite soup and chili recipes. Try it on top of grilled chicken breasts, drizzled over sliced pork roast,…
This delicious, one-skillet dish packs a ton of flavor into every bite. Adding some fresh lime juice and cilantro right before serving really brightens the flavors and pulls them all together. This soup makes a great appetizer, or pair it with a crisp, green side salad for a light, yet satisfying meal. You can use…