Cool as a Cucumber Salad

Yes, it’s October and it is certainly cooling down. The air is brisk and I notice a bite to the air on my morning walks. Fall, though, with the crisp coolness and the subtly of the light blue sky against bright bold colors of changing leaves, is my very favorite time of year. That said,…

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Green Peas, Shoots, and Leaves

Green is always good, in my opinion. Green this, green that ~ environmental, edible, eye-catching ~ it’s all exceptional. So is this refreshing summer salad. Fresh green snap peas, tangled among tender pea shoots, and tossed amid fresh mint leaves and aromatic cilantro and lime. Yes, amazing, indeed. Oh, and if you don’t dare to…

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Basket of Baby Heirlooms

There is so much about the summer that I truly love.  I believe I frequently mention my adoration for fresh produce and the delicious gift of vine ripened juicy tomatoes. Mmmm…. With just a touch of salt ~ My mouth waters just thinking about it. Most often I treat myself to the big Beefsteak heirlooms,…

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