Homemade Harissa Sauce: A North African Chile Paste
Low Carb Sauces like Harissa, Romesco and Chimichurri can enhance proteins, fats and vegetables on a low carb or ketogenic diet
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College Care Packages for Valentines Day
Care packages are such a treat for the recipient, and no one seems more grateful than the new college student. I was so turned off by the commercial care packages
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Strawberry Brownies with Rosewater Buttercream Frosting
Brownies are always a winner for kids and adults alike and a creamy pink buttercream frosting atop a deep, rich chocolate cake brownie is a perfect mix for Valentine’s Day.
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Cioppino vs Bouillabaisse: What’s the Difference (and How to Make Both)
A Summary of the distinctions between Cioppino, Bouillabaisse and Seafood Chowder, and tested recipes for making each one.
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Puttanesca Sauce: Low Carb with Spaghetti Squash (or Pork Chops)
Pasta Puttanesca is a rustic, tomato-based sauce. To make this dish low carb, serve the Puttanesca over a bed of spaghetti squash (see video)
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Heirloom Tomato Flavor and Taste Related to Variety and Color
Quick Summary: Tomato color correlates with flavor. Orange varieties are sweet and fruity. Yellow tomatoes range from mild to tangy. Black/purple tomatoes have rich, smoky, complex flavors. Pink tomatoes offer
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Bobotie: South African Curried Meat Pie with Custard Topping
Quick Summary: A traditional South African dish of spiced ground beef (or lamb) baked with a creamy custard topping. The curry, ginger, and fruit chutney create a unique flavor profile
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Fall Garden Pruning: Preparations for Winter
To prune or not to prune – this is an important question to ask in late fall as we prepare our gardens for winter. Jump to: Pruning Perennials | Pruning
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How to Make a Poached Egg on Oatmeal (With Hot Pepper Jelly)
Quick Summary: A poached egg on oatmeal with hot pepper jelly is a savory-sweet breakfast that comes together quickly. The runny yolk creates a creamy sauce, while the jelly adds
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Manhattan Clam Chowder for Shipping: Halloween College Care Package
I always tried to send my kids their favorite food when I used to put together college care packages, but it wasn’t always the easiest thing to ship. My son
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Stuffed Peppers with Harissa and Chutney (Slow Cooker Version)
Savory crockpot stuffed peppers made awesome by adding a harissa spice and layering in a robust chutney. Made in the crockpot for ease.
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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Creamy Chai Filling
Pumpkin whoopie pies are an easy cake-like cookie treat, generally made with cream cheese filling. This recipe amps it up a notch by adding warming chai spices to the filling
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Tomato Tarte Tatin: A Caramelized Heirloom Tomato Dessert with Puff Pastry
Heirloom Tomato Tarte Tatin is a sweet way to enjoy end of season tomatoes. This is a step-by-step technique for making this classic
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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives
Quick Summary: A nutty quinoa salad with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, salty Kalamata olives, and toasted pine nuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light
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Tomatillo Slaw with Jicama Recipe Served with Breaded Tilapia
This is a fish sandwich with an awesome jerk jicama slaw as a topper, and then sandwiched between a salty robust pretzel roll
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Tomato Plant Support Systems: Cages vs Stakes vs Fencing”
Quick Summary: Comparing four tomato support methods; cages, staking, sprawling, and fencing. After 23 years of trials, I recommend sturdy hog wire fencing for the best combination of yield, easy
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Traditional Gazpacho Recipe (Gazpacho Andaluz): Spain’s Perfect Summer Soup
Low Carb Gazpacho & Breakfast Tomato Bread: Two recipes that use heirloom tomatoes in their freshest form in classic dishes from Spain.
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Early Tomato Varieties and Growing Tips on How to Get the Earliest Tomatoes
Quick Summary: Smaller tomatoes (cherries, plums) ripen first. Among larger varieties, black tomatoes like Paul Robeson and Carbon are earliest. Bloody Butcher is consistently my earliest red. Soil temperature above
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How to Prevent Cracking Problems when Growing Tomatoes: Radial or Concentric
Tips on preventing cracking or splitting of heirloom tomato skins – why they crack, how to avoid it & best varietites to choose.
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Horchata Syrup (Cinnamon Vanilla Simple Syrup) and Horchata Base Recipes
Refreshing Summer Drink of Horchata and Cinnamon Vanilla Spice Syrup. This is a DIY recipe that makes a great craft cocktail or a refreshing non-alcoholic drink
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Topsy Turvy Planter: Growing Tomatoes Upside Down
How to grow Heirloom Tomatoes Upside Down in the Topsy Turvy Planters for growing edibles in city gardens
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Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler with Ginger Lime Syrup
Strawberries are a win for breakfast, lunch or desserts. These four classic strawberry recipes enhance the flavor with unique flavor twists
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Blossom End Rot in Tomatoes: How to Prevent It
Blossom end rot is a common disease that occurs in tomatoes, particularly if growing tomatoes in pots. Here are tips for prevention and cures
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11 Ways to Use Jams Beyond Toast (Savory, Sweet, and Drinks)
Quick Summary: Creative ways to use jams, jellies, and chutneys beyond spreading on toast. Includes appetizers, marinades, sauces, cocktails, sandwiches, and desserts. Perfect for using up homemade preserves or elevating
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Healthy Tomato Plants: 7 Signs to Look For When Buying
Buying heirloom tomato plants can be confusing. Here are tips on what to look for in terms of health and growing conditions.
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Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Soup with Chorizo
Spanish chickpea and spinach soup can be eaily modified to fit in low carb lifestyles. Decrease the amount of chickpeas and add chorizo!
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Harden Off Tomato Seedlings Before Transplanting: Size, Timing and Exposure
Quick Summary: Harden off tomato seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over 5-8 days. Start in shade with no wind, increase sun exposure daily, and bring plants inside
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Raspberry Filled Peanut Butter Cookies
Recipe for peanut butter cookies with Raspberry Chambord Jam filling
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Flavored Water with Fruit Syrups (Italian Sodas and Spritzers)
How to use fresh fruit to make syrups that can flavor waters, cocktails, Italian sodas, iced tea or lemonades
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How to Start Tomato Seeds Indoors: Equipment, Process, and Troubleshooting
Starting tomato and pepper seeds is a science and an art and this is a “how-to” post for successful seed germination
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