June Herb Blurb 2024
Summer has arrived in all its lush glory. Festivals, outdoor concerts, swimming in freshwater lakes, wildflower hikes, and all sorts of activities abound. Take out […]
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Spring Sugar Snap Pea Salad
1 cup thinly sliced radish 2 cups sliced sugar snap peas; stem tip removed ½ cup grated carrots ½ cup slivered basil leaves 1 cup […]
Taco Salad
With or without chicken it will quickly become a household favorite. serves 4 4 cups salad greens (whatever you like) 2 cups cooked chicken (I […]
Strawberry & Rhubarb Shrub Concentrate
Shrubs are coming back into popularity. They were the original pioneer of Gatorade. Usually made with equal parts sugar, vinegar, and fruit they are a great […]
Cherry and Goat Cheese Appetizer
A great recipe for picnics! It will soon be cherry season. Enjoy them before they’re gone. 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved ½ cup […]
April Herb Blurb 2024
Springtime in Colorado where nature is at her most capricious. One minute she’s gentle and nurturing, with warm days, a calm breeze and an intoxicating […]
Chives – Allium schoenoprasum
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are an easy to grow, perennial plant that offers taste, edible flowers, a long season and low maintenance. They have a mild […]
Spring Salad with Strawberries, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnuts
Plump and sweet spring strawberries are back. This is one of my favorite spring salads. 2 cups spring greens 1 cup strawberries, rinsed and sliced […]
Vinaigrette
Simple and versatile salad dressing. Little less than ½ cup balsamic vinegar little more than ½ cup olive or canola oil 1 tsp. Dijon mustard […]
Candied Walnuts
Work fast and be careful, the caramel provides a nasty burn. For cleanup just add water to the pan, reheat and stir to melt the brittle off […]
Wilted Dandelion and Spinach Greens with Butter Beans
Here is a great dish for those fresh spring greens. Easy, delicious and so good for you. Pick dandelion greens before the flower bud emerges for the best […]
March Herb Blurb 2024
The First Breath of Spring The first bulbs are blooming, the days are getting longer and even though winter surely has a few more tricks […]