Winter - TheFarmGirlCooks

Category: Winter

Time for to find glory in your root vegetables! Soups, salads, stews, roasting, saute’, so many wonderful things to enjoy during the winter months. From potatoes to beets with onions in-between. Hearty and healthy for winter enjoyment.

The DARKest DAY of the YEAR

Posted on December 22, 2010February 25, 2018 by Kasha

Just happens to be the FarmGirl's birthday. Raise your hand if you're shocked by this. That's what I thought. So, my brother and cousin started razzing me years ago about being born on the Winter Solstice because it's the day with the least amount of daylight. And for some reason, they saw me as a dark person. (Again, show of hands?) Could it BE the dry sarcasm? Real plates are for wussies. Eh. It's fine. I am in no way offended. I am a Solstice Baby. It's a very magical day, a day of rebirth and new beginnings and clear dream visions,...Read More

The Colors of Christmas

Posted on December 13, 2010February 25, 2018 by Kasha

Not the garishly bright Crayola red and green, either... I'm talking deep crimson red and asparagus green and crisp white. Mother Nature has created such gorgeous colors that no factory (even Crayola) can reproduce them. So, in keeping with the color theme for the season, I'm offering up a salad that will wow your guests this holiday season. Not only is it impressive in terms of appearance, it's EASY FOR THE COOK! Double bonus! If you're anything like me, you're probably just now realizing that Christmas is a mere 12 days away (which is why my original title for this post was...Read More

Birthday Dinner for the Woman Who Bore the FarmGirl

Posted on December 8, 2010February 25, 2018 by Kasha

[caption id="attachment_1055" align="alignnone" width="614"] Greenhouses in December[/caption] Yes, that means my mother.... and at times she does indeed bore me. And me her, I'm sure. But it's give and take and that's what makes the world go 'round, right? [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="180"] Little Smart Ass. Think it's hereditary?[/caption] Like THIS for example. I'm so glad I taught my little beast his letters and now he can use them to his advantage. Or so he thinks. I found myself staring at THIS lovely display two nights ago. Everything is spelled correctly, too, so I guess my job here is done. ...Read More

Brrrr! Where are My Fuzzy Slippers?

Posted on December 1, 2010February 25, 2018 by Kasha

'Cause it's getting REALLY cold out here on the farm! [caption id="attachment_973" align="alignright" width="240"] Good Morning, Sunshine![/caption] Temps have been consistently in the 30s each morning, but the frost lingered until long past the time when I usually take Thomas out for the bus today. Amazingly enough, very few of the green items we have at market right now are from the greenhouse. Most, like spinach, kale(s), collards, turnips, brussels sprouts, lettuce and bok choy, are still being harvested from the fields weekly. As long as the weather isn't too harsh right away, the plants become accustomed to the weather and actually thrive. ...Read More

Company’s Coming for Dinner — Quick!!! Clean Out the Fridge

Posted on October 21, 2010February 25, 2018 by Kasha

I can't be alone when I say I have this need to provide food and beverages for guests when they stop by, even if that visit is unexpected. Last Sunday I had the most amazing afternoon that I've had in a very long while. My cousin and his dear wife (ok, honestly, they're both pretty awesome) have a brand new baby and we all wanted to see him, and the farm ended up being the most convenient meet-up location. [caption id="attachment_699" align="alignright" width="225"] Another batch of cilantro-chile sauce ready for the freezer.[/caption] Fine with me, really, but I ended up...Read More