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Look at all the green goodness growing in our backyard garden beds! Spring has finally sprung and it’s so nice to see boatloads {I mean raised garden beds} filled with leafy greens. The French breakfast radishes are in tip top shape! My German neighbor Hudula has been eyeing these since she stepped foot in my backyard Read More >>
I served Martha Stewart’s recipe for steamed broccoli with lime dressing the other day and The Girl Who Thinks She’s a Bird absolutely loved it. Can someone please tell me why the really simple recipes are always the best ones? Yumm a licious! Ingredients 1 pound broccoli florets 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil coarse salt Read More >>
I’ve noticed a lot of deals on broccoli lately so I thought I would re-post this delicious recipe for Broccoli, Bacon and Cheddar Quiche. It is my favorite kind of breakfast to make when broccoli is in season or on sale. Not only are quiches perfect for Sunday brunch, but you can make them ahead of time Read More >>
This recipe for Broccoli, Bacon and Cheddar Quiche is my favorite kind of breakfast to make when broccoli is in season or on sale. Not only are quiches perfect for Sunday brunch, but you can make them ahead of time and they are hearty enough to pack in your hubby’s lunch the next day. Well, that Read More >>
Last night was the third night in a row we had freezing temps. So when I woke up this morning I felt like it was now or never time to harvest the last of the broccoli. Even though the heads were very tiny, I’m glad I was able to harvest them. Something is better than Read More >>
