Dear Readers,

Labor Day is around the corner and I am back at the computer. The first six weeks of Pacific Northwest summer were wet and dreary, but the last six have been glorious, sunny and filled with fresh, local fruits, vegetables, family coming and going and wonderful trout fishing in Montana.

The pumpkins in my garden are beginning to color, the nasturtiums have been pulled and the apples are ready to pick and press.

I enjoyed the deadline respite but as it has been since elementary school days it’s time to get back to work.

Happy Cooking,
Heidi