Tzatziki

Here is a simple recipe for tzatziki, of course adjust flavors to taste. 2 cups greek or homemade yogurt 1-2 cucumbers 1 small clove garlic Juice of one lemon or 2-3 tablespoons 1 tablespoon of fresh mint or dill Strain 2 cups of greek or homemade yogurt until at least half the liquid is removed. […]

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Cucumber

What is it and what do I do with it? Cucumber is a member of the Cucurbita family along with melons, gourds, and squashes. There are a wide variety of cucumbers out there, but a question that has come up at recent pick ups is the difference between “regular” cucumbers and pickling cucumbers. There are […]

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Fermenting, Pickling, and Juicing

Forward I need to clear the air with two things: I am not sure I know much about cooking. I don’t like following recipes. I don’t like operating within much of any constraints. I think I just get lucky most of the time.  My secret? Make what I think I will like, commit to eating […]

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Cheddar Herb Cucumber Spread

(gluten-free) Mix together the following ingredients, eye-balling the amounts to get the consistency you want: softened cream cheese sour cream or plain yogurt shredded cheddar cheese chopped fresh dill, basil, and chives (or whatever herbs you want) salt and pepper to taste Spread onto slices of cucumbers or pickles. Serve as a snack, appetizer, or […]

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Cucumber-Blueberry Salad

(vegan, gluten-free) 1 cucumber, cut into chunks a handful of blueberries a splash of white wine vinegar salt and pepper to taste chopped fresh basil and mint Toss together and enjoy!

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Chicken Taco Salad

Ingredients 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil 4 cups chopped cooked chicken 1 onion, finely chopped 1 fresh green chili, seeded & finely chopped 4 tsp chili powder 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 cup unseasoned tomato sauce salt & pepper to taste 10 cups chopped or torn lettuce 1-2 avocados, peeled & […]

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