By Jeanie Rose | Green Beans
In my growing up, green beans came from a can. When they landed on my plate, little had changed. Yes, the beans were warm — the only culinary intervention that occurred on behalf of those beans. When I began to garden, beans were not on the to-grow list. You can probably understand why. A visit […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Tomatoes
From one time to the next, every time I make this heirloom tomato salad I am shocked at the results. The brightly colored slices demand your attention. The oh-so-simple dressing turns the slices into gourmet heaven. Whether you make individually composed salad plates or one large salad platter, this salad will make a lasting visual […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Okra
If you want to experience gumbo, take a trip through the South, most notably, a trip to New Orleans. No time for that? Then try a recipe tendered by Southern cooks. I found this one offered by a farmers market located to the east of Austin. Judging by the number of okra recipes on the […]
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By Amanda Rose | Peaches Plums Apricots
When you hit a peach bonanza you can splurge with recipes you might not have tried otherwise. Unless there is a pile of peaches, they need no recipe. The first thing we do with ripe peaches is to peel and eat them, at least two peaches a piece. Juice runs down all our fingers. No […]
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By Frederick | Adventures
Editor’s note: This post comes from 11-year-old Frederick about his recent experience with the new boutique grapes “Cotton Candy Grapes” and “Witches Fingers.” These grapes have been developed using plant breeding techniques. They are not genetically modified — they do not combine grapes with actual cotton candy DNA nor with the DNA from pointy fingers. […]
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By Amanda Rose | Tamarind
In the quest to stay cool over the summer, I look to Mexican culture for refreshment ideas. Aguas frescas tend to be simple, inexpensive, and refreshing. Tamarindo is no exception. Tamarind is a tart flavor but when sweetened creates an unusual tart/sweet beverage that is quite refreshing and hydrating. It is worth a try if […]
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