Directions; Heat oven to 375°. Peel the squash with a vegetable peeler, scoop out seeds, and cut into 1/2 to 1-inch dice. Toss the squash cubes with the chopped onion, 1 scant teaspoon of salt, a dash of pepper, and the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread out in a large baking pan and bake […]
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Directions: Saute onion in a large skillet with butter until tender. Add brussel sprouts; saute for 2 minutes. Add the broth, sugar, salt and cranberries; cover and cook for 5 minutes or until sprouts are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with pecans. Ingredients: 1/2 c onion, chopped 2 tsp butter 1 lb fresh brussels sprouts, thinly sliced […]
Directions: Slice the tomatoes in half and place in a shallow dish. Combine the butter with the oregano, garlic, pepper, salt and parmesan in a bowl. Spread the mixture over the cut side of each tomato. Broil the tomatoes under medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the topping turns golden-brown. Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes 2 oz butter […]
One of the best things about gardening is being able to experiment with new products, plants and methods. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just getting started, growing your plants using straw bales may be just what you’ve been looking for! Straw bale gardening is simple to start, a breeze to maintain and the […]
The end of summer is in sight and what is a vegetable gardener to do? You might be enjoying the last hurrah of cherry tomatoes and peppers, but don’t let the bounties of your harvest end there. When the temperatures cool, there is a fresh opportunity to grow different edible plants.

