Limp Lettuce: Home grown lettuce is often too limp to go right from harvest to salad bowl. How to crisp it up? Wash in cold water, shake gently and refrigerate in a plastic bag for an hour before dinner.
Soleil del Lun
I think I know the inspiration for this French sweet bread which actually originated in England so the legend goes...the inspiration for this wonderfully sweet, light and really pretty bread. They could have also named it Dawn til Dusk bread; not for the vampires but due to the 5+ hours it took to make it. Haven't cut into it yet but it is stunning as … Continue reading the story "Soleil del Lun"
Waiting really is the hardest part
Praying our cabbage will be ready in about 4 weeks give or take. We had a cold spell followed by a warm few days which gave them a boost. Same scenario coming this week so perhaps they will again jump up. They sure look delicious though! Greg and I tried our first jars of sauerkraut this week (even Andy liked it) and decided that … Continue reading the story "Waiting really is the hardest part"
That’s a Relationship!
They came today! Well, yesterday but we don't check our mail everyday.
These should be ready in two years. We have always wanted to grow asparagus but didn't have the $$ to invest in roots already set. These seeds were only $4.95 from Burpee :). Inexpensive is not always better -ha!- so we shall see! Greg is finding a home for them outside, … Continue reading the story "That’s a Relationship!"
The Making of Farmhouse Cheddar | Chickens in the Road
This is a great article on making Hard Cheese (Cheddar) at home. The Farmhouse cheddar takes significantly shorter period to age and be ready to eat than regular cheddar. I can't wait to try it.
The Making of Farmhouse Cheddar | Chickens in the Road.
Tomatoes for Christmas
Today, we planted tomatoes. Yes. It happens to be December 1st but we had absolutely no choice in the matter. Last week, while at my Dad's farm in south Georgia, we were surprised to see tomato plants popping up all along the front and side of his chicken coop! They were happy and healthy plants. I knew right away that if we left them … Continue reading the story "Tomatoes for Christmas"
Goal of Farming
"The ultimate goal of farming is not the growing of crops, but the cultivation and perfection of human beings." Masanobu Fukuoka