Tomatoes are like the measure of every good gardener. I actually know people who grow them, and don’t really care for them that much {weirdos}. Still, a bumper crop of tomatoes means you have arrived in the gardening world–you can officially wear dirt under you nails and a big straw hat with pride. Because tomatoes Read More >>
Recipe – Sweet and Spicy Heirloom Tomato Jam
Have I ever told you how much I love it when you send in recipes for me to try? Last week Lauden sent me a link to a sweet and spicy tomato recipe that called for only 1 pound of tomatoes. Which was perfect of course because our tomatoes are still just trickling in. Since Read More >>
Mavis Garden Blog – Help! My Tomato Plant Has Fallen Over
Last week when I told you the tomatoes in my greenhouse were about 6 inches from hitting the ceiling, you chimed in and told me to trim them. But did I listen? NO. And now I’m in trouble. One of my tomato plants has fallen over, and I can’t avoid the tomato dilemma any longer. I need Read More >>
Mavis’ Spring Vegetable Garden Tour
The spring vegetable garden is in full swing. Tomorrow I have plans to harvest my second batch of broccoli raab and to make another batch of Chickpeas with Broccoli Raab and Bacon for dinner. I’m also excited about the rainbow Swiss chard. The techno colored greens should be ready to harvest in about 2-3 weeks. Read More >>
Recipe: How to Make Fresh Tomato Sauce
Although this batch of homemade tomato sauce was made with store-bought gleened tomatoes, I have a feeling I’ll need to clear a shelf or two {okay maybe three} for all the tomato sauce I plan on canning this year. Maybe I should start planning a sauce making party now, while I still have the time. Read More >>