Harvest storage guide: herbs, tomatoes, garlic, onions, and greens
A harvest storage guide for common garden crops, including herbs, tomatoes, garlic, onions, greens, and short-term preservation choices.
Category: Food and recipes
Harvest-use and preservation ideas connected to herbs, tomatoes, vegetables, and garden ingredients.
Quick pickled kohlrabi slaw
Discovering the unique flavors of quick pickled kohlrabi slaw can transform your meals with a delightful crunch and tangy zest. Whether you're a fan of pickles or new...
How to freeze fresh tomatoes the easy way
Freezing Fresh Tomatoes the Easy Way If you've ever faced a bountiful harvest of tomatoes and wondered, how to preserve their sun-ripened flavor, freezing is an excellent option....
Carrot Top Salsa recipes and tips
Exploring the world of homemade condiments can lead to some delightful surprises, one of which is Carrot Top Salsa Verde. This vibrant and tangy sauce breathes new life...
How to make sun-dried tomatoes (fast!) in the oven
There's nothing quite like the intense, sweet flavor of sun-dried tomatoes to add a burst of Mediterranean zest to your dishes. Whether stirred into a hearty pasta or...
How to Gather Fennel Pollen to Use as a Delicious Spice
Fennel pollen has been described as the "culinary fairy dust," adding a sublime touch to dishes with its unique blend of flavors. Harvested from the wild flowers of...
Easy Peasy Homemade Tomato Sauce (No Peeling Required)
Making a delicious tomato sauce from scratch can seem daunting – especially when faced with the prospect of peeling dozens of tomatoes. But with this Easy Peasy Homemade...
Three bean summer salad recipe
As the sun climbs higher and the days grow longer, the promise of outdoor gatherings beckons us to embrace the joy of summer eating. Among the many dishes...
Pea shoot salad with radish and carrot
As the days grow warmer and the garden comes to life, nothing complements the season quite like a refreshing pea shoot salad with radish and carrot. This delightful...
Roasted green tomato salsa verde
Roasting green tomatoes brings out an incredible depth of flavor, turning a simple garden vegetable into the star ingredient of a vibrant salsa verde. This Roasted Green Tomato...
How to freeze parsley, cilantro, chives and other herbs
Freezing fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and chives is not only a fantastic way to extend their shelf life but also an excellent method to preserve their vibrant...
4 ways to pickled green tomatoes
Pickling is an age-old tradition that brings tangy flavor and crisp texture to green tomatoes. As summer wanes and the bounty of your garden becomes overwhelming, pickling green...
How to dry oregano (and other herbs) fast—use the oven!
Drying oregano and other herbs in the oven is an efficient way to preserve their flavor and extend their shelf life. This method is ideal for gardeners with...
Nasturtium pesto recipe
Imagine transforming your meals with a sauce that's not only vibrant and tasty but also packed with nutritional goodness. That's the magic of nasturtium pesto, a delightful twist...