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Collecting winter squash

My addiction to dried beans is matched only by my addiction to winter squash — their color, shape and patterning attracts my painter’s eye, and I find myself wanting to have one of everything. The small size of our garden … Continue reading

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11.4.11 Tatsoi & watermelon radishes

The tatsoi we’ve been growing is part of a salad mix, but it’s always bullied the other greens, quickly overtaking them. This time, inspired by Daphne, I thinned everything else out and gave the tatsoi room to grow into the lush, wide … Continue reading

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11.2.11 After the storm

The covers are raised to let the beds breathe during the sunny days following the snowstorm. Daytime temperatures have been averaging in the 50’s, and falling into the 30’s at night. Though the snow has mostly vanished, we’re still finding … Continue reading

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Dutch Oven Fish Chowder with Haddock & Fennel

It’s still a surprise how easy it’s become to eat locally. A quick glance at my bowl and I realize that, aside from the wine and black pepper, everything’s from either the garden or one of our local food producers … Continue reading

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Kitty interlude

The other household deity, getting ready for winter.

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10.30.11 October snowstorm

On the way to checking the beds after the main part of the storm has passed — a strange mix of fall leaves, green grass, and snow. The beds shed most of the snow, and remain snug under cover. As … Continue reading

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10.28.11 Cime di Rapa, fennel and radishes

Last call for the beds that weren’t going under cover, a quick harvest before the snowstorm arrives. The Cime di Rapa (upper left) will be combined with the radish tops to go along with orecchiette, and the radishes themselves will be … Continue reading

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