I’m a southern girl through and through and if you say tomato pie I will hunt you down to get a slice. But I am here to tell you, this one is the closest second best. This, like the majority of what I do when I jump in the kitchen, is put together. Sometimes its…
Category: from the southern garden
The Forgotten Coast and Pickled Squash
Every year the matriarchs of the Gunter family would travel to The Forgotten Coast; a place in Florida far from where the tourists loaded with sunscreen, neck hanging cameras, and mouse ears go. The place Floridians know as “real Florida”. Located in the panhandle, it was a central place between the all the Gunter sisters…
The Southern Caper: Nasturtium Seeds
I love capers. The little salty and tangy liquid filled bobbles that burst when bit into. Perfect for balancing a cream sauce or used as a briney addition to a martini, When I discovered nasturtiums I immediately fell in love with its peppery sweet nectar flowers. The seeds are hard to find sometimes on nasturtiums,…
Tomato Okra Tart
If you love tomatoes and okra there is no reason not to make this. The savory herbed crust is reminiscent of a biscuit. Roasted tomatoes and okra are tucked into a cheesy spread to make a perfect summer treat. Serve with a green salad and you have a perfect alfresco outing. Tomato Tart Ingredients: Instruction:
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