tomatoes

August Gardening; Tomatoes, Fertilizing and Garden Predators

August 22, 2013

I had the pleasure of going on a garden tour a few weeks ago through one of the most amazing private garden I have ever seen. The garden was designed, planted and cared for by one woman. I plan on doing a post next week to show you some of the areas, plants and I […]

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Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Salad

August 12, 2013

If you are growing your own garden it is bursting with tomatoes and eggplants right now. If you’re not, the farmers market will have the best quality tomatoes and eggplants now, either way now is the time to roast them up serve them with a little olive oil and basil and have a little party […]

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Grilled Vegetables with Herb Vinaigrette

April 17, 2012

This dish can come together with any leftover vegetables that you have in the refrigerator or on the counter I always seem to have a few Green Onions, Spears of Asparagus, a single Pepper or Zucchini lying around. Alone they can’t make up a dish, but together they make a beautiful healthy salad or side. […]

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Baked Shrimp with Tomato and Feta

March 12, 2012

This dish is super easy and quick to pull together. It makes a great weeknight dinner when your short on time. SHRIMP 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 thinly sliced scallions 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons dried oregano (preferably Sicilian) 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved coarse salt and ground pepper 1 ½ pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp, tails removed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 4 ounces feta […]

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All the seedlings are up!! Baby Tomato, Eggplant & Zinnias!

March 10, 2012

Asian Melon seeds were planted in pots today. I’m taking Mother Natures cue that winter is over and next week I am going to plant the first batch of lettuce, herbs, peas and Brussels sprout seeds directly in the garden. Pray for no more frost!!

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Mozzarella,Tomato & Avocado Salad

March 1, 2012

Can you tell I am anxious for Spring! I love this salad anytime of year. It really makes a HUGE difference to use a good Olive Oil and Buffalo Mozzarella that is packed in water. Ingredients: 2 Heirloom Tomatoes, sliced 1 large Mozzarella Ball, sliced or torn 1/2 Avocado, cubed 10-12 of your favorite cracker, […]