Well, it seems like the sweet basils growing in between my tomato rows are the gifts that keep on giving. I trim them back a couple of times a week, but I do let one plant go to seed for next year’s plantings. Some of you have an abundance of basil, too. So let’s make a thicker version of pesto with the basil, and use … Continue reading A Bounty of Basil and Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
I’m a bit late catching up this week, so bear with me. Along with regular chores, I added bottle duty twice a day to help neighbors Deb & Tony Humbert feed Willow and Sage, their baby Highland calves. Actually, the two take hardly any time at all (the calves go through a couple quarts of formula in a few minutes) and I volunteered to help. … Continue reading Two Babes to Feed and Key Lime Pie
Today Matt Swaim on the Sonrise Morning Show chatted about a timely subject: back to school. During Bible Days education was as important as it is today. In the Old Testament, you’ll find lots of references regarding how people felt religious training was important, so the primary purpose of education among the Jews was the learning of and obedience to the law of God. Of … Continue reading New Recipe Chunky Granola
We’re so proud of our neighbor, Noah, who won first place in her 4H group in the garden vegetable category for her home grown hard neck garlic. Noah now gets to go to the Ohio State fair and compete there! The other day Noah brought me a sample of her tomato basil mozzarella salad. She used her garlic in the salad and boy was it … Continue reading Neighbor Noah and Her First Place Garlic
Well, it’s festival time here in Southwestern Ohio. That’s what Matt Swaim and I chatted about today on the Sonrise Morning Show/Sacred Heart Radio. Hospitality isn’t new and Jesus was a sociable person. I love how He encouraged sociability and the church communities honor that by their summer festivals. Hebrews {13:2} And do not be willing to forget hospitality. For by it, certain persons, without … Continue reading Two Festivals and Two Kinds of Food
What to make for meals in the summer here on my little patch of heaven depends a lot on what needs tended to and harvested in the veggie and herb gardens. Today that means slender zucchini, grape tomatoes and chard from the vegetable garden. Dill, chives and parsley from the herb garden. I didn’t have to think real hard about how to use both … Continue reading A Repeat of Success
From friend and colleague, Ron Wilson. Check out all his garden tips on ronwilsononline.com “Hibiscus” Hopefully when you read this you asked the same question I do; “What type of hibiscus?” You see, there are 3 types of hibiscus we plant here, all of which have great flowers; all of which very distinct growing differences! We have your tropical hibiscus, which is not hardy for … Continue reading Hibiscus: A Lovely Edible
One of the “noshers” I pack in the cooler when we venture out on summer road trips and family vacations is hummus. And I’m old enough to remember when hummus wasn’t main stream, but an unusual offering on the appetizer buffet. Now you can find hummus in its purist form (mashed chickpeas/garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil) in grocery stores and delis everywhere. … Continue reading Classic Hummus with a Twist
I have to admit sometimes I can’t remember if I’ve shared a particular recipe with a few, or many of you. This may be one of those instances, so bear with me as I’m pretty low tech still… Today Matt Swaim and I chatted about Father’s Day and how St. Joseph was a most stellar example of a father. “To provide for his family, St. … Continue reading Kofta Kebabs for Dad
With Father’s Day approaching, memories of my dad, Charlie Nader, always come to mind. Sociable and hard working (he worked the factory night shift), he still made time to haul us 9 kids and our friends around. My husband, Frank, is like my dad in many ways. Same gregarious attitude and equally as hard working. I credit him with teaching our sons useful “hands on” … Continue reading Grilled Steak for Dad
