Cantaloupe Gazpacho – {First on the First}

Cantaloupe Gazpacho

As I mentioned a few posts back…baby #4 is expected any time now…which has led to many, ummm, side affects: #1 Forgetfulness and #2 Nesting. Both play a surprisingly large role in this Cantaloupe Gazpacho recipe. As you note from the title, it was supposed to be posted on the September 1st – like all [...]

Sesame Ginger Pickled Cucumbers

Sesame Ginger Pickled Cucumbers

Every year when summer hits, I have grand plans to really learn how to can, make many jars of my own jam and pickle everything in sight (like my pal Serena who I call “The Original Pioneer Woman Now Living in the Suburbs.”) Alas, life gets in the way, and with summer more than half [...]

The Recipe ReDux: Cucumber Avocado Soup with Moroccan Chickpeas

Cucumber Avocado Soup with Moroccan Chickpeas

As the umpteenth another heat wave hits the East coast (I swear I’m spending more time inside than out this summer), it’s the Recipe ReDux to the rescue! This month’s theme is “No Cook Meals” featuring fresh fruits, veggies, herbs or just about anything that’s blossoming away this time of year on this end of [...]