Gardening That Grows With Me
“An excellent soup made from tomatoes fresh from the garden. I make two or three extra batches every fall and freeze some for the winter months.” INGREDIENTS 10 ripe tomatoes, chopped 3 medium onions, chopped (sweet onions are best) 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons flour 1 cup boiling water 1 teaspoon… Read more »
“Use good quality cheese and sweet yellow onions for best results.” INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup butter 3 large onions, sliced 7 cups beef broth 1 cup water salt to taste 1/2 cup dry sherry or port 12 slices french bread, dried (toast if they are not dried) 8-10 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded DIRECTIONS Melt butter in… Read more »
“This is a basic chili recipe. I’ve updated to make it a little more spicy but it still may be mild for some. Feel free to add more chili powder if you prefer your chili on the hot side.” INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoon olive or avacado oil 2 pound hamburger 2 28 oz cans tomatoes 1/2… Read more »
“Surprisingly simple and delicious, this is a great way to use oversized beets at the end of the season.” INGREDIENTS 1 onion, chopped 1 large beet, peeled and chopped 1 large cooking apple, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 1/2 red pepper, chopped 4 oz mushrooms, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons sunflower oil 8 cups… Read more »
INGREDIENTS 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups tomatoes, peeled and seeded 2 tablespoons rice 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 can kidney beans 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper DIRECTIONS In large saucepan, heat olive… Read more »
“An easy recipe for caramel popcorn that the kids can make. Store popcorn in a tightly covered container although it will not last long.” INGREDIENTS 20 cups of popped popcorn (about 2 bags microwave popcorn) 1-2 cup pecans, chopped (optional) 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup corn syrup 1/2… Read more »
“Although this recipe makes OK quick biscuits, it’s best use is as a great topping for pot pie or chicken and dumplings ” INGREDIENTS 1 2/3 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup milk 1/3 cup vegetable oil DIRECTIONS Prehead oven to 475F. Use ungreased cookie sheet. Whisk together flour, baking… Read more »
“Traditionally served with perch, Celery Bread is also a great substitute for garlic bread with steak or soups.” INGREDIENTS 1 french baquette or italian loaf, sliced 1/2 inch thick 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon celery seed 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS Mix butter and spices. Butter both sides of bread slices. Wrap… Read more »
“Bruschetta is best made with tomatoes and basil fresh from the garden.” INGREDIENTS 6 or 7 rip tomatoes 2 cloves garlic, minced slice onion, minced 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 6 to 8 fresh basil leaves, chopped salt & pepper to taste 1 French baguette or similar Italian bread 1/4… Read more »
“A fun twist on tomato and bocconcini salad, these skewers make a simple, but delicious, one bite appetizer.” INGREDIENTS wooden skewers or tootpicks bocconcini minis (about 36 per 200g container) large basil leaves cherry tomatoes olive oil balsamic vinegar salt and pepper DIRECTIONS Skewer one side of large basil leaf onto skewer. Add one mini… Read more »