Ice cream. Do you scream for it. Do you crave it? Do you yearn for a favorite flavor? Or do you like to concoct a plan to create the most magical combination ever of cream, sugar, and other good stuff? I do. I’m not sure who invented the frozen goodness, but I think I love whoever it was. Or at least really like them a continue reading …
Charleston, South Carolina has to be one of our most favorite trips we’ve taken! The city has such a great vibe – it’s deep rooted history is prevalent in the architecture and wrought iron scrollwork, while you’ll find musicians performing on the streets. And if you love food like we do, then Charleston is the place for you!
This year tomatillos graced our garden for the first time. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but sakes alive have they grown like crazy. Tomatillos are a smallish green fruit covered with a paper-like husk. For years I’ve made fresh salsa but never salsa verde. Salsa verde is a tangy, zesty salsa, but usually milder in heat than tomato salsas.
Foodie friends please don’t disown me. I gotta keep it real. And real around here lately has been one long ride on the crazy train. Where we live is conveniently located in between 3 towns – about 15-20 minutes from each, creating one big triangle. It’s convenient in that we can usually find what we’re looking for in at least one of the three towns. continue reading …
This was my first year growing leeks. Even though I started the seeds at the wrong time a harvest of small leeks made their way to my kitchen. And while the leeks were on the puny size compared to the store bought variety, the flavor more than made up for their lack in girth. Accompanied by fresh thyme the leeks are perfect in scalloped potatoes. continue reading …
