Category Archives: Cooking from the Garden

Halloween; A Transition to Cool Crops

Posted on October 31, 2011 by itfarmer

As I observe more and more of the subtle hints of seasonal change, I’m starting to find dates on the calendar where changes become permanent transition points. Halloween has become my new marker on the calendar for the absolute end … Continue reading →

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Life Beyond Tomatoes

Posted on September 16, 2011 by itfarmer

The valley is awash in a sea of ripening tomatoes. At one time it was acceptable to pick tomatoes every week or every 4 days, but that time has come and past. It’s become one of those occasions when all … Continue reading →

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I’ve Become a Tomato

Posted on September 12, 2011 by itfarmer

I knew I was growing a lot of tomato plants when I was planting seeds this spring, and I realized that I would probably get a lot of tomatoes no mater what happened, but I didn’t imagine what would be … Continue reading →

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Zucchini Boats

Posted on August 29, 2011 by itfarmer

I’ve definitely had my fair share of salad this summer, so I decided to switch things up a bit and cook some warm food. Zucchini Boats are a great recipe for people who don’t like the taste of zucchini, and … Continue reading →

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Garden Stromboli

Posted on August 9, 2011 by itfarmer

Finding something to eat for one person often is very easy, but unhealthy.  This little recipe to pretty easy to work through, and I imagine it’s quite healthy too. The ingredient list is short: 1.) One or Two hamburgers 2.) … Continue reading →

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Doing Battle with Critters

Posted on July 8, 2011 by itfarmer

I’m not proud of large sections of this years garden, with one major reason: The plants are being eaten alive. There is no way a plant can grow well if ground hogs and deer are constantly munching on them like … Continue reading →

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It’s Good to be a Gardener

Posted on July 1, 2011 by itfarmer

I’ve tried in the past to grow a good selection of lettuce, and always regretted neglecting the plants. I’d usually end up spending my time tending tomato plants, weeding the cucumber patch, or pretending I was a fish in the … Continue reading →

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New Beans and Colorful Chard

Posted on June 22, 2011 by itfarmer

I’m always trying new things in the garden, and I’ve been surprised and disappointed in the past. The pole bean above has surprised me already with it’s very cool looking leaves. They are more compact, and smoother then most bean … Continue reading →

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Everything and Cheese

Posted on June 14, 2011 by itfarmer

I tried something new with some Macaroni and Cheese the other day: I added Ground Beef, Onions, Carrots and Asparagus to the mix, then wrapped it all up in some Swiss Chard. It actually tasted pretty good, and I’m sure … Continue reading →

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Getting Serious About Organic Fertilizer

Posted on May 9, 2011 by itfarmer

There’s a new tool on the farm, one that’s been needed for far too long: a John Deere tractor. Now that it’s finally here, it’s time to get serious about spreading manure. The manure spreader has been on the farm … Continue reading →

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