by Denise Keniston | Jul 17, 2023 | Gardening, Spring, Vegetables
HOW TO GROW AND PREPARE ASPARAGUS Tender asparagus is a spring treat that’s easy to grow—plant 1-year-old crowns in a sunny spot with plenty of compost. Cooking with fresh asparagus opens up a world of culinary possibilities! In the world of vegetables,...
by Denise Keniston | Jul 17, 2023 | Gardening, Roasted Vegetables, Side Dish, Spring, Vegetables
Roasted Asparagus Tender asparagus is one of the first vegetables harvested in Spring and is a celebration of warmer days to come. The vibrant spears cook up in only about 15 minutes and are a Spring favorite! I love roasted asparagus. It is my favorite way to prepare...
by Denise Keniston | Jul 11, 2023 | Gardening, Summer, Vegetables
HOW TO GROW AND PREPARE SNAP PEAS When I think of Spring, my mind drifts to snap peas growing in the garden – a symbol of emerging from a prolonged winter and the refreshing feeling of new, sweet, and tender garden peas. New, tender, and sweet, I adore snap...
by Denise Keniston | Jul 5, 2023 | Gardening, Root Vegetables, Spring, Vegetables
GROWING AND PREPARING WATERMELON RADISH Watermelon radish is an heirloom variety of the Chinese daikon radish. It gets its name from the bright pink and green coloring. As for the taste – it’s a mild radish-y flavor! It doesn’t taste like watermelon!...
by Denise Keniston | Jun 26, 2023 | Gardening, Greens, Summer, Vegetables
GROWING AND PREPARING CAULIFLOWER Cauliflower is packed with nutrients and is highly versatile. In the summer months, I grow cauliflower and I end up eating at least a couple of times a week! Cauliflower ranks high on my list of the many, many vegetables I love....
