Simple recipes and tips for preserving your summer garden through canning, freezing, and fermenting. I think there’s a common misconception that spring is the busiest time of year in the garden. There’s no doubt that it’s a hectic time. With soil prep, seed starting, hardening off plant starts, and repairing all of the things that…
I’m not usually one to promote Amazon. In truth, I really do try to shop locally as much as possible. But ya girl is a realist, and sometimes you just need something quick that you can’t find at the store around the corner. I’m also a bargain shopper, so I’ve done the leg work of…
This cheesy tomato pie with sweet corn has become a family favorite on our summer menu. Bursting with garden veggies and herbs, it is the perfect way to bring the flavors of your garden to the table. Heirloom tomatoes are a staple in our summer garden. I always count down the days until I can…
Fermented pickles might sound fancy and complicated, but they could not be any easier! Pack some spices and sliced cucumbers (and onions in this case) in a jar, top off with saltwater, let it sit out for a few days. Badabing badaboom, ya got pickles! And healthy ones at that! During the summertime, it seems…
