Hoppin’ John : Black Eyed Peas and Rice

Hoppin’ John : Black Eyed Peas and Rice Serves 8-10 Hints Instead of throwing out the nutrient rich soaking water, pour it on your plants; they’ll love it. Always look through dried legumes and pick out any rocks or obviously … Continue reading →

Black Eyed Peas : Local, Global, Real Food

On New Year’s Day, I celebrated an age-old but new to me custom of eating black eyed peas with rice to ensure good luck throughout the new year. Our hostess Debbie Gerber, the personification of “you can take the girl … Continue reading →

Root Vegetable Tex Mex Hash

Root Vegetable Tex-Mex Hash Serves 4 Hints Remember the part about “without making them taste like something they aren’t”? Keep a light touch with the seasoning so it won’t overpower overwhelm the delicate, individual root flavors. I keep dried Tex … Continue reading →

Winter Blooming Perennials : The First Sweet Smell of Spring

Last night around 5:30 I swear I could feel spring coming.  Yes, I said last night at 5:30 because the sun is completely gone by then, but at least it’s up past 4:30 now that the days are getting longer.   … Continue reading →