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Arugula and Nectarine Salad

Arugula and Nectarine Salad

Green, tangy arugula contrasts with luscious fresh nectarine slices, all set off by a delicate raspberry vinaigrette. A beautiful presentation and great flavor. You can substitute fresh pears or peaches if nectarines aren't available. Dressing: 3 T raspberry vinegar 1...

Arugula and Nectarine Salad

Green, tangy arugula contrasts with luscious fresh nectarine slices, all set off by a delicate raspberry vinaigrette. A beautiful presentation and great flavor. You can substitute fresh pears or peaches if nectarines aren't available. Dressing: 3 T raspberry vinegar 1...

Chunky Green And Red Tomato Sauce

Chunky Green And Red Tomato Sauce

A great way to enjoy the last fruits of the season. 3 T olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 large onions, chopped 1 1/2 pounds green tomatoes (about 6); coarsely chopped 1 1/2 pounds red tomatoes (about 6); coarsely...

Chunky Green And Red Tomato Sauce

A great way to enjoy the last fruits of the season. 3 T olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 large onions, chopped 1 1/2 pounds green tomatoes (about 6); coarsely chopped 1 1/2 pounds red tomatoes (about 6); coarsely...

Apple and Green Tomato Pie

Apple and Green Tomato Pie

This memorably delicious pie is a hands-down winner – not too sweet, but with real texture and body. You'll find it becomes one of your signature recipes and a great way to use end of the season tomatoes. Pastry for...

Apple and Green Tomato Pie

This memorably delicious pie is a hands-down winner – not too sweet, but with real texture and body. You'll find it becomes one of your signature recipes and a great way to use end of the season tomatoes. Pastry for...

Sesame Spinach

Sesame Spinach

Subtle seasonings are perfect with fresh spinach and the sesame finishes the dish. 1 T soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1/2 tsp sugar 2 T peanut oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tsp freshly grated ginger 6 scallions,...

Sesame Spinach

Subtle seasonings are perfect with fresh spinach and the sesame finishes the dish. 1 T soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 1/2 tsp sugar 2 T peanut oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tsp freshly grated ginger 6 scallions,...

Orange-Calendula Drop Cookies

Orange-Calendula Drop Cookies

Sunny yellow and bright orange calendula petals add pretty colors to these easy to make, fresh orange flavored drop cookies. 6 to 8 fresh calendula blossoms ½ cup butter, at room temperature ½ cup white sugar Grated zest of 2...

Orange-Calendula Drop Cookies

Sunny yellow and bright orange calendula petals add pretty colors to these easy to make, fresh orange flavored drop cookies. 6 to 8 fresh calendula blossoms ½ cup butter, at room temperature ½ cup white sugar Grated zest of 2...

Irresistible Saffron Shortbread

Irresistible Saffron Shortbread

Buttery, crumbly, rich, and not too sweet, this delicious golden shortbread is lightly infused with subtle saffron flavor. A wonderful indulgence to enjoy with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea.

Irresistible Saffron Shortbread

Buttery, crumbly, rich, and not too sweet, this delicious golden shortbread is lightly infused with subtle saffron flavor. A wonderful indulgence to enjoy with a cup of your favorite coffee or tea.

Last Taste of Summer

Last Taste of Summer

The last long hot days of summer's end are special but always hectic. For the gardening cook, the results of all our labors are ready for daily harvesting, and often the abundance of fresh ripe vegetables and leafy herbs can...

Last Taste of Summer

The last long hot days of summer's end are special but always hectic. For the gardening cook, the results of all our labors are ready for daily harvesting, and often the abundance of fresh ripe vegetables and leafy herbs can...