Picking, Making and Baking
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Picking, Making and Baking

ByMary Crozier

You know how much I love gardening, and I am far from complaining. But everything is reaching its prime at the same time. The peaches, apricots, tomatoes, figs, artichokes, fennel, sorrel and soon to be apples are being harvested now. Tomatoes But unlike store bought produce, my homegrown fruits and vegetables don’t last days on…

Beginnings and Endings
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Beginnings and Endings

ByMary Crozier

I have been out of town for the last week and was unable to send my typical twice weekly blog posts.  But there is a good reason why. Our oldest child, Benjamin graduated from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville last Saturday.  This is one of the country’s most beautiful educational institutions.  Rich in history…

Easy Appetizer
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Scrumptious and Easy Appetizer

ByMary Crozier

I am salivating as I write this because I’ve just discovered the easiest, most delicious appetizer!  One of the benefits of cleaning out my pantry (see post here) was the chance to organize piles of recipes I’ve collected….and finally making a few. Inspired by the huge cherry tomato crop we are now harvesting, these 4 simple…

Tomato, Peach and Corn Salad
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Tomato, Peach and Corn Salad

ByMary Crozier

It is STILL very hot here in Phoenix and this recipe is cool and refreshing.  Wherever you are celebrating Labor Day, this salad is full of fresh, summer ingredients and is very simple to make.  With just a few ingredients and a light dressing, this is a perfect accompaniment to something off the grill. Since…