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Hi, I'm Dave and thanks for visiting. I garden in Zone 6b in southern Indiana, and I blog here about gardening, nature and food.
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Tag Archives: Food
New For 2010
When it comes to most fashionable trends, I confess to being way behind much of the time. I don’t own an Ipod or an Iphone. My wife and I even went to prepaid cell phones because we don’t use them … Continue reading
Whole Wheat Flaxseed Rolls
These rolls are lighter and less dense than the original recipe, due to the addition of vital wheat gluten to give them more rise. I knead the dough with a Kitchenaid mixer, using the dough hook. It only takes about … Continue reading
January Seeds Bring March Salads
At a presentation I gave last year on growing greens I was asked how I managed succession planting for lettuce. My answer was “always have seedlings ready to plant”. To do that, I start lettuce seeds indoors every 3-4 weeks. … Continue reading
Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes
This recipe combines two of my favorite plants to grow in the garden: rosemary and sweet potatoes. The bold taste and scent of rosemary pairs well with the sweet potatoes in one of my favorite dishes. A serving will provide … Continue reading
Broccoli Buttermilk Soup
This soup can be made with either fresh or frozen broccoli. It makes a great soup for either lunch or a light dinner, and it’s quick and easy to prepare. There’s no need to chop the ingredients too carefully because … Continue reading
