the taste of summer
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What I’m Doing With All This Spinach
When I planted spinach in my garden this spring, I wasn’t expecting it to become one of my most productive crops. Now every few days, I find myself heading home with another basket full of fresh green leaves. It’s one… Continue reading
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Recipes Inspired by Little Country Farm Stands
Every summer, little country farm stands begin to appear along winding roads and quiet corners of town. Some are nothing more than a wooden table tucked beneath a maple tree. Others have baskets overflowing with tomatoes, hand-painted signs, and jars… Continue reading
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15 Lovely Ways to Use Strawberry Jam (That Aren’t Toast)
I made a batch of strawberry jam recently and felt that quiet little thrill seeing all the jars lined up, lids sealed tight. But after the toast phase wore off, I started wondering what else to do with it. So… Continue reading
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A Tart for Quiet Afternoons: Discovering Blueberry Clafoutis
I don’t know how this recipe escaped me for so long. Maybe it was the name, clafoutis, which sounds far too complicated for what it actually is. Or maybe it’s because I thought it belonged in a fancy French bakery… Continue reading
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Simple Summer Breakfasts: Easy and Beautiful Ideas for Lazy Mornings
I’ve always loved the slow, unhurried pace of summer mornings, the kind that let you pause, stretch, and really feel the day. Even when life is busy, I try to make breakfast a little moment of calm, a chance to… Continue reading
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Summer Party Foods: A Sunny Roundup for Easy Entertaining
When the days stretch long and golden and the air smells like sunscreen and citronella, there’s nothing quite like a laid-back summer gathering. Whether it’s a backyard BBQ, a picnic in the meadow, or a casual get-together on the porch… Continue reading
