Ever since the early harvest a few weeks ago I have been eating peaches with abandon. Having plump, sweet, tangy, drip-down-your-arm peaches is truly one of the greatest feelings in life. I am probably averaging 2-3 large peaches a day (not sorry) either in my oatmeal, smoothies, with black-strap molasses, or sliced on their own. …
Summer
Taste of Oahu- Tropical Frozen Treats
We recently took a trip to Hawaii on the Island of Oahu to visit friends and enjoy the sun and sand. Being there in the height of summer is really quite special because you can enjoy the cool ocean and all of the abundant tropical fruit. Coming from Seattle, the reality of the HEAT and…
Antipasti Pasta with Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
You know those fancy self serve olive bars in the grocery stores, I’ve always wondered if people actually used them since I rarely saw people lined up. It wasn’t until recently (when I finally got around to liking olives) that I understood the allure of an entire bar dedicated to salty, sour, spicy, preserved…
Fresh Corn Polenta
In our house, fresh corn is THE ingredient of the summer. It’s sweet, packed with flavor, can be eaten raw or cooked and is extremely versatile. Any other time of the year in our house, dried polenta is a staple in our bulk pantry. It’s simple and it provides a heart base for any…
Mom’s Fresh Salsa
Every time I am at the grocery store and I pass the tomato section, especially in the summer, and I see those bright red vibrant tomatoes on the vine, I think of my mom. I think of her picking through the bunches and bringing those bright red orbs to her nose to see if they…
Ginger Melon Slushie
It’s Hot. At least in Seattle when you become accustomed to 65 being a gorgeous day. It has been raging here in the mid 80’s and its time to make a remedy to compliment the sun. Whats better at taking the edge out of the blistering heat than a cold slushie? Now most of the…