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Putting Up: Broccoli Pesto

Posted on September 29, 2013 by diary of a tomato

We’re late in harvesting basil this year, and stretched the small amount left in the garden by putting it up as Broccoli Pesto. The unexpected addition of fall-sweetened broccoli from Black Kettle Farm to the classic combination of basil, garlic and … Continue reading →

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Putting Up: Tomatoes — Lacto-Fermented Salsa

Posted on September 25, 2013 by diary of a tomato

Lacto-Fermented Salsa is our favorite way to preserve this spicy condiment — the vegetables remain fresh tasting and with tons of texture, and the garlicky juices are positively addicting (Bloody Mary, anyone?). Small batches can be made up quickly and … Continue reading →

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9.23.13 Radishes

Posted on September 23, 2013 by diary of a tomato

September’s schedule was crammed full of appointments, trips, and events, and as much preserving as could be fit in between. Meanwhile, there was not near enough attention paid to the garden as it deserves. Somehow, though, we ended up with … Continue reading →

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Pot-Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Garlic

Posted on September 22, 2013 by diary of a tomato

When New Roots Farm posted a notice that fresh chickens were available, we put everything aside to pick up some of these flavorful, pasture-raised birds. At the same time, we happened to see Nourished Kitchen‘s preparation for Savory Roasted Chicken. We … Continue reading →

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Putting Up: Tomatoes — Roasted & Canned

Posted on September 20, 2013 by diary of a tomato

After stocking the pantry with a season’s worth of crushed and sauced tomatoes, we wondered about roasting as a way of preparing them for canning. We’ve roasted smaller tomatoes to freeze but, with the freezer near to capacity, we needed another … Continue reading →

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Roasted Ratatouille

Posted on September 18, 2013 by diary of a tomato

A late summer harvest of tomatoes, eggplant, summer squash, sweet peppers and onions were roasted up in individual batches, then gently mixed together, and stashed in the freezer as part of our winter stores. Local ingredients: Eggplant and sweet onions … Continue reading →

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Canning it Forward

Posted on September 11, 2013 by diary of a tomato

We take back what we said about growing tomatoes in Maine. After promising to help can for an overwhelmed neighbor, this beautiful basketful was just delivered filled with Amish paste, Rose de Berne, and Striped German tomatoes still warm from … Continue reading →

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