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School’s Out: Watermelon Waffles

Now that school is out, our mornings are a little less frantic, and the kids are constantly looking to be entertained. Cooking with kids can be a fun learning experience that takes advantage of the lazier days. This summer, I vow to try out at least one fun recipe a week with my kids. The youngest ones learn all about measuring and mixing, while the older ones can learn actual cooking skills in the process. Here is a fun recipe to start off with. It feeds a family of six, but you can half the recipe if you have a … Continue reading →

My CSA Haul and What I’m Cooking

We got another great batch of produce from Farmer Joe (yes that is his name) and his family in our share this week. We have a half share, meaning that we pick up our fresh organic produce every other week. Each pick up can last us up to two weeks, although it usually takes us about 8 or 9 days to get through everything because of all of the greens that we are getting right now. Here is what we got: A quart of strawberries, plus a second quart I purchased at the farm. My four-year-old adamantly told me several … Continue reading →

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie with Oat Crumble Topping

Our CSA farm provided us with 12 ounces of rhubarb this week, so I turned it into this wonderful pie. You can serve this pie warm or cold with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. It was my first time making this type of pie from scratch, and it got rave reviews. Take this basic recipe and make it your own. Ingredients Pie: 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell. Use your favorite recipe or a prepared refrigerated one from the store. 12 ounces rhubarb stalks 12 ounces frozen strawberries slightly thawed and sliced 1/3 cup water … Continue reading →