Green Beans and Okra with Dill
This summer whenever Jamie picked green beans, he also picked okra (the rows are side-by-side) and of course tomatoes. Finally one night my son and …
Dehydrating Grape and Cherry Tomatoes
If you’re like me, you only eat fresh grape and cherry tomatoes when they’re in-season, vine ripened, and just picked. Compare the bright flavor of …
How to Make and Freeze Tomato Puree
I created the video below to demonstrate how to make and freeze tomato puree in plastic or glass. You could say that I’m a bit …
“A Mother’s Touch Lasts Forever”
In memory of my sweet mama, Rita Perkins October 11, 1929 – August 17, 2020
Creamy Dill Sauce and Dressing
This vegan creamy dill sauce and dressing recipe is delicious drizzled on falafels, tacos, veggie burgers, wraps, pizza, rice, quinoa, and vegetables – basically everything …
Moist and Fluffy Zucchini Muffins (GF Vegan)
Did you ever think you’d hear the words moist and fluffy to describe GF vegan zucchini muffins? Well it is possible and yes they are …
How to Freeze Green Beans without Blanching
This post explains how to freeze green beans without blanching them first. The process I use is very easy, especially if you have a vacuum …
Vegan Thai Noodles (Soy-Free)
This Vegan Thai Noodles recipe is my take on traditional pad Thai. What makes it different? It’s soy-free and packed with an array of colorful …
Oil-Free Vegan Pesto
This oil-free vegan pesto tastes just as good as a Nonna’s traditional version – honest! My husband is of 100% Italian heritage and he and …
Growing Herbs in Containers
Each summer Jamie grows culinary herbs in the garden such as parsley, chives, dill, oregano, sage, basil, Thai basil, and cilantro. This year he decided …