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Garden Love

A week ago I was telling Steve I considered this year’s garden a failure. He said that in agriculture, if you lose only 40% of your crops, it is still a success. Like the prairie, the garden has its season, … Continue reading

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Zucchini Curry

I’ve got zucchini like crazy in the garden right now, so am breaking out the recipes. usually I just slice it (with my mandoline), marinate about 5 minutes in balsamic vinegar and a little oil, and put them on the … Continue reading

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Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad

Steve’s daughters Catherine and Julia were visiting last week and I made a pasta salad for a family gathering. One of my vegetarian cookbooks I went to for advice said simply, “Do not make pasta salad. Pasta does not have … Continue reading

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Rhubarb Bars

It’s rhubarb season, and this is my go-to recipe, a hit at any party. I’ve already made one batch, and will make a second for a family party Saturday night. For a recipe with less sugar, add some strawberries to … Continue reading

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Christmas Cookie Recipes

Spending Christmas with my new family has definitely been a challenge to the psyche– and it’s only the 14th of December. It throws attention on the “traditions” one has developed for oneself, and how they may or may not match … Continue reading

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