While many schools across the US have already started, my kids still have two weeks left and they’re trying to hold onto every last moment. August is one of our favorite months of the year for our family garden- it’s prime picking time for the heirloom tomatoes we planted way back at the end of May. Just this morning, we were finally able to pick the biggest, juiciest, most flavorful heirloom tomatoes—the same tomatoes that we have been eagerly eying every morning for the past 12 weeks. It might sound cheesy but, there’s no better … [Read more...]
Grilled Kale Video
August 22, 2013 By 1 Comment
if reading this post through RSS, click over to site to view video I'm learning most of the roadblocks I created in the kitchen were mental roadblocks. I simply didn't have the confidence to try. With a little confidence (and patience) I'm not only cooking, but, I've moved away from my comfort zone of spaghetti and red sauce and I've ventured deep into unknown food territory. For me, it's been a complete thrill to cook with new foods that taste great and are easy to make! My kids are equally as excited to at least try something new. … [Read more...]
Chocolate Zucchini Cake
August 2, 2013 By 3 Comments
There is no better sense of accomplishment than to build, manage, and harvest a bountiful garden. This is our third summer attempting to care for our garden. If you have been a long time reader of this blog, you'll probably remember some of my earliest blog posts about Homegrown Experiences and our first adventure using the harvested basil from our garden to make Basil Pesto. And, you also saw pictures of our first crude 4x5 plot of soil we affectionately coined, "Brooks Garden Variety." Three years later and I'm proud to say our … [Read more...]
Summer Broccoli Salad
July 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Hands down, broccoli is our family veggie fave. Every person in my family loves broccoli, however it's served. When I'm in a pinch for green side for a meal, I go to broccoli. Usually it's served sautéed with some olive oil, sea salt and a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese. But, during those hot days of summer, some cool broccoli to add crunch in a salad definitely sounds more appealing than some warm sauteed broccoli. Fresh chilled broccoli salad is an ideal side to any lunch picnic or dinner. With raisins, raw broccoli, BACON, … [Read more...]
