by Tom Pierro | Apr 22, 2024 | Breakfast, Desserts, Earth, Leftovers, Snacks, Veggies
We are fortunate to have several banana trees around our property. When they fruit, we get a lot of bananas and always have a few that go overripe before we can eat them all. We have tried a few different bread recipes to make use of extras. This one turns out great...
by Tom Pierro | Jun 12, 2019 | Dinner, Salads, Snacks, Veggies
Here’s a simple pico de gallo for taco night! This one is made chunky style by its lazy namesake with Roma tomatoes. 3 firm tomatoes 1/2 medium red onion 2 medium cloves garlic 1-2 jalapeño peppers 1 tbs chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 fresh lime Dice, chop, mince &...
by Tom Pierro | Feb 18, 2018 | Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Veggies
Haven’t made this one myself yet, but our garden is busting with broccoli this year, so we will definitely give it a shot. Looks and sounds delicious! Here’s what Mom said you need and 10 easy steps: 1 “oronoque” deep dish pie shell (partially defrosted is best) Fresh...
by Tom Pierro | Jul 24, 2017 | Breakfast, Desserts, Salads, Snacks, Veggies
THIS was awesome! Seedless watermelon cut in slices like pizza with blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, crumbled gorgonzola, fresh basil and balsamic glaze. Refreshing and healthy snack for a hot summer day! Something about this combo makes it irresistible, but...
by Tom Pierro | Jul 19, 2017 | Dinner, Snacks, Veggies
We make this salsa fresh at least once a week for tacos, but it tastes great with chips as well. All you’ll need is a small food processor and the following simple ingredients: 1 to 2 tomatoes (depending on size) 1 spring onion 1/2 lime (just to squeeze for...
by Tom Pierro | Jun 27, 2017 | Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks, Veggies
While looking for some other bread making options that require less time and minimal ingredients, I came across a quick rise recipe for simple white bread. After a few minor modifications based on what I had available, the result was a delicious, preservative free,...
by Tom Pierro | Feb 2, 2017 | Dinner, Salads, Snacks, Veggies
There are so many different recipes out there for marinated mushrooms, and they are all good. This is a real basic approach, slightly adaptated based on what we generally have around. Plus, the leftover marinade makes a great salad dressing! 1 pound fresh mushrooms...
by Tom Pierro | Nov 22, 2016 | Dinner, Snacks, Soup, Veggies
This is the most amazing butternut squash soup! Fresh from Mom’s garden and just in time for Thanksgiving. Topped with fresh whipped cream and fried onions … 4 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cut-up onion 3 cups chicken broth (or enough to go 1″ above...
by Tom Pierro | Sep 9, 2016 | Dinner, Snacks, Veggies
Spaghetti squash in a creamy avocado-garlic-lemon sauce, topped with roasted garlic and bacon. OMG SO GOOD! Split spaghetti squash down the middle, then steam in the microwave for 10 mins, loosely covered, with some water in the bottom of the container. Scoop out the...
by Tom Pierro | Jul 19, 2016 | Dinner, Leftovers, Snacks, Veggies
Perfect pizza for quick dinner or snack in 5 easy steps. 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. 2. Lay pita upside down on tin foil. 3. Spoon thin layer of tomato sauce. 4. Cover with shredded cheese. 5. Bake for 10 min or until bubbly. Tip: Let the pizza cool for a few...
by Tom Pierro | Sep 1, 2015 | Dinner, Leftovers, Pasta, Veggies
These were made from purple majesty potatoes grown this summer. Used a batch of leftover mashed potatoes that were frozen so that all the hard work wouldn’t go to waste. Ended up coming in handy! 2 cups of warm, mashed potatoes 2 cups of all purpose flour Extra...
by Tom Pierro | Feb 16, 2015 | Snacks, Veggies
This upside down Caprese Salad is super simple and delicious. The idea started with the gigantic basil leaves that our garden produced this year. We filled them with homemade ricotta and sliced cherry tomatoes and then drizzled with balsamic glaze. Simply awesome....
