Sides & Spices
Parsley and Walnut Pesto ~ A Recipe from the Winter Herb Garden
Do you have tons of parsley growing in the garden right now? Being in Southern California, this is the season when parsley is lush and prolific....leading me to reach for parsley recipes that use a lot of parsley! Yes, definitely throw on as much parsely as you can...
Orange & Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potato Casserole
As a kid I never liked sweet potato casserole at Thanksgiving. I was a textural eater, so the idea of anything "mushy" really bothered me. To this day, I have trouble eating food that has a mashed, dense texture---like bananas! Well, being a kid, I thought I just...
Classic Basil Pesto ~ A Garden Tradition
I love basil. I love growing it, I love eating it, and I love how it smells. Homegrown basil pesto is culinary magic. On our trip to Italy last year, we spent some time learning basic Italian. It turns out that "pesto" comes from the italian word "pestare" which can...
Pickled Red Onions ~ A Quick and Easy Refrigerator Pickle
These pickled red onions are quite possibly my favorite refrigerator pickle of all time. They are a MUST-HAVE on carnitas tacos (don't forget the cotija cheese too) and are equally delicious as a side for grilled steak and potatoes. I'd love to see all the ways you...
Homemade Lemon Herb Seasoning Mix
This simple seasoning mix is a go-to for roast chicken in our home. The lemon powder is so bright and refreshing that I could also see this being delicious on fish or roasted vegetables. Make sure to do a little taste test so you know how salty it is if you are going...
Preserve Your Lemon Harvest- Dehydrated Lemon Peel Powder
Between our backyard lemon tree, my mom's lemon tree, and neighbors with lemon trees we have A LOT of lemons. While there are so many amazing uses for lemons, I'm going to share a helpful way to quickly process a large harvest to save for later. Important NOTE: make...
How to Dry Basil In A Dehydrator
There are so many great ways to use basil --- pesto, julienned over a finished dish, and layered into fresh spring rolls---but one thing I have to do EVERY summer is stock up on dried basil. I'm sharing how to dry basil to preserve the most freshness and flavor. I...
Garden Fresh Tzatziki Dip
Welcome to one of THE BEST ways to use a garden fresh cucumber. This dip is perfect for summer. Serve it as a side to grilled meat, as a dip for crunchy garden vegetables + pita, or spread it on a summer sandwich. It's very versatile and refreshing.Ingredients: Makes...
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