Author Archives: diary of a tomato

11.4.13 Fennel Flowers, Bulbs & Seeds

Posted on November 4, 2013 by diary of a tomato

When harvesting fennel, we’ve learned to leave the taproots in place, which sprout again for a second and sometimes third harvest. These baby bulbs went immediately into a pot of chicken braised in milk, along with their fronds and a handful … Continue reading →

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Roast Cod with Tomatoes, Basil and Potatoes

Posted on November 3, 2013 by diary of a tomato

Roast cod, for when local cod appears at the fish market — Smothered in a mix of late-season tomatoes, garlic, and last of the basil, and oven-roasted over a bed of potatoes pan-fried in good olive oil. Leftovers are turned … Continue reading →

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Sauerkraut with Bacon, Onion and Apple

Posted on November 1, 2013 by diary of a tomato

Like a lot of things, we were more inclined to make Sauerkraut once we figured out what to do with it. However, with neither of us familiar with cooking with it, it wasn’t until our friend passed along his German grandmother’s … Continue reading →

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Putting Up: Small-Batch Sauerkraut

Posted on October 30, 2013 by diary of a tomato

In our household, cabbage has become the new kale. Though easy to overlook, this humble vegetable is packed with beneficial nutrients and plays a starring role as a fermented food. Here in Northern New England, cabbages first start appearing at … Continue reading →

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10.28.13 Awaiting First Frost

Posted on October 28, 2013 by diary of a tomato

With the forecast of frost, we’ve been conducting vegetable triage, sorting which will survive and which need immediate attention. Like eggplant and tomatoes, peppers are frost-sensitive (31° – 34°F), and we harvested a mix of red and green Shishitos.   … Continue reading →

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10.25.13 World Pasta Day

Posted on October 25, 2013 by diary of a tomato

Though the blog anniversary of Diary of a Tomato falls in September, it’s not until World Pasta Day that it feels official. Thanks to everyone for joining us thus far, you’ve all been such good company. It’s certain we’ll be adding to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Lima Bean Stew

Posted on October 23, 2013 by diary of a tomato

These aren’t the Lima beans we know from childhood, the much-maligned subject of many a dinnertime battle. If you should chance upon Christmas Limas at the farmers’ market, put aside all preconceptions and bring some home to try. As delicious … Continue reading →

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