We woke up this morning to a wintry wonderland. I have to say it was a pretty sight, but not what I was expecting on the second day of Spring. I picked up some fresh rhubarb at our local farmers market earlier this week and was excited to make the first rhubarb pie of the season. I still have some … [Read more...]
Buckwheat Microgreens
Well, it's been a long winter and I'm anxiously awaiting Spring's arrival. I know it's coming soon, it has to be, right....? *as the wind howls out my window* In anticipation of warmer sunny days, I share with you these photos of my buckwheat sprouts. Soon to be harvested and enjoyed thoroughly … [Read more...]
Grow Your Own
There is nothing so satisfying as walking out your back door and picking your own homegrown food to prepare the day's meals. All that hard work, trial and error, sweat, tears, and perhaps some blood can be quite rewarding in the end. Once a sun-ripened sun gold cherry tomato bursts in your mouth … [Read more...]
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Although June can bring some unexpected weather here on the island (i.e. 30+ mph winds, rain, and temps in the 40's-what!?), it also happens to be the month of strawberry season in the northeast. Which totally redeems digging out your fleece and boots. I encourage you to get out and pick some fresh … [Read more...]
The Best Granola
I know, I know: granola is the ultimate cliché plant-based food. Mainstream America thinks that's all we eat...not true. But, I do love me some of this granola. It's nothing like the store-bought variety. This super crunchy granola is sweetened with maple syrup and filled with whole grains, nuts, … [Read more...]
