Living and writing in a circa 1840 New England Farmhouse with three generations of my family
In the life cycle of raising mint in the garden, there are a few moments when a gardener can say “I have a little mint” with a straight face. Far as I can tell, those minutes occur just after planting the mint in your garden. Read More
I’m trying to focus on all the good that surrounds me, the things that I might overlook if I didn’t allow myself the time to stop and really consider how amazing these little things are. This morning, it was the tiny lettuces that are growing Read More
This creamed corn is one of my favorite ways to serve fresh corn. It’s simple and uncomplicated, all about the natural deliciousness of corn and dill. It’s spectacular.
During the heat of the summer, I actively look for meals that I can make for our family table that don’t involve me heating up the farmhouse. The reality of living in a circa 1840 farmhouse is that there’s no central air conditioning to rely Read More
This rustic heirloom tomato tart is one of the dishes I look forward to every summer. It’s simple and so delicious.
As a tomato lover, I plant an abundance of basil in our garden each year to pair with our fresh tomatoes. I can never seem to get enough of that flavor combination. The earthy, juicy tomatoes with tender basil leaves that add just the right Read More
I have been making this recipe for Pasta with Sausage and Swiss Chard for so long that it predates us living in the farmhouse. It has always been a favorite of mine and I never tire of this combination of flavors and textures.
This cucumber salad combines the refreshing flavor of cucumbers with the creaminess of buttermilk and flavor of fresh dill.
During the summer months, we try to grow, harvest, preserve, and eat the best of what is in season here in New England. Summer is such a short season here that there isn’t a moment to waste, so it’s a very busy time. Summer flavors Read More
Tomato Panzanella has a fancy name, but the dish is simple summer perfection. The tomatoes are the star of this recipe and they make it sing with summer flavor.
For me, ratatouille is a celebration of our summer garden harvest. I often think of this dish as I’m planning the next year’s garden, adding seeds to my shopping cart in anticipation of planting, tending, and harvesting the fresh ingredients that put this meal on Read More
This simple syrup adds is my favorite way to add light fragrance and flavor to my iced tea, lemonade, mocktails, and cocktails. Once you learn how to make lavender simple syrup, you’ll be dreaming up new and delicious ways to put it to use.