by Daisy | Oct 6, 2008 | Canned, Dried, Frozen, Recipes
Until recently, I had no idea what to call certain hot, green, dreidel-shaped peppers in my garden. They weren’t even supposed to be there, according to the packet of hot mixed peppers I planted.But there they were. After a bit of research, I introduced myself...
by Daisy | Sep 29, 2008 | Breads, Recipes
Why make your own pita bread?Because you can.Part Whole Wheat Pita Breadmakes 101 pkg. active dry yeast1 1/2 tsp. sugar1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110 degrees)1 1/2 tsp. each salt and vegetable oil2 cups whole wheat flour2 1/2 cups all-purpose or bread flour1....
by Daisy | Sep 26, 2008 | Beverages, Recipes
There are many edible herbs and flowers that can be found in suburban yards. Today, I’m making homemade herbal tea with Marigold and Stevia. Marigold tea is supposed to be good for indigestion and menstrual discomfort, but I just like the idea of drinking my...
by Daisy | Sep 18, 2008 | Main Dishes, Recipes
This is one of those relatively quick meals that belies the time it took to put it together. I’m not sure when panini fever hit America, but I imagine it coincided with the introduction of numerous dedicated electric devices which, I assure you, are not...
by Daisy | Sep 17, 2008 | Main Dishes, Recipes
Oh. My. Gosh. I just had the best soup, ev-ah!Start with some of these…Mine were blanched and frozen from last time sweet potatoes were $.25 a pound. (I’m growing my own this year.) I’d been looking for a way to use them ever since. I think...
by Daisy | Sep 15, 2008 | Dessert, Recipes
This is probably my favorite dessert ever, and I am not given to choosing favorites of anything. But. . . summer berries, tart and creamy lemon pudding, and tender sponge cake? This is as good as it gets. 1/4 cup flour 1/2 cup sugar (see P.S. below) pinch salt pinch...
