By Jeanie Rose | Asparagus
In my young years for all I knew, soup grew in a can. At least all soup reaching our dining table came OUT of a can. Most of it was borderline nasty, except for cream of asparagus. For some reason we rarely had that soup, so it naturally became a rare treat. Fast-forward more decades […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Dairy
Pile whipped cream on almost any dessert and you suddenly have a gourmet attraction. Children’s eyes grow large. Adult mouths start to water. Instantly you are a celebrity with raving fans. Don’t you love it? If you are a cook who loves to build sweet treats with whipped cream, but all you have used is […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Cauliflower
When the prices drop on local cauliflower I look around for new ideas to enjoy this cool weather veggie. At $1 a head, you can be certain that we are eating plenty of cauliflower. I just don’t want any of us to get bored. This rendition is quick and simple, especially if you already have […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Peppers
With Sriracha being one of the hot sauces that caught our fancy lately, it made sense to try brewing some with our garden vegetables. Finding clear directions and written encouragement from Sean Timberlake (here) sealed the deal. Of the several renditions of hot sauce from this summer’s canning adventures, this is the stand-out, our favorite. […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Citrus
Winter food preparation can be a challenge in attempting to serve something fresh and raw with every meal. I have a greater sense of vitality when I manage to eat that way on a regular basis. To achieve that, I take a lesson from the Moroccan cooks. In Moroccan winters you find an abundance of […]
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By Jeanie Rose | Peppers
Have you tried making and canning your own hot sauces? It is so easy and fun! When you make your own, the sauce can be as hot or cool as you like, just about any color you like, and canned in amounts that match your consumption. If you have a garden, access to a fine […]
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