ewe and lamb by Kyle Fraaza

Saturday, August 17, 2013

How to Make Refrigerator Pickles

You will need:

  • 1 quart jar
  • Cucumbers
  • 3 Tbsp vinegar (white distilled or apple cider)
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • enough water to fill the jar

Optional:

  • Fresh dill
  • Fresh garlic cloves
  • Black peppercorns

Directions:

  • You can use whole cucumbers or cut them into slices or spears.
  • Put water, vinegar, and salt into a saucepan and bring to a boil
  • Add all other ingredients to the jar
  • Pour the boiling mixture into the jar, making sure to cover all dry ingredients
  • Screw the lid on tightly and let sit for 24 to 48 hours.
  • Your pickles are now ready to eat!
  • Store them in the refrigerator after opening

Vegetable Share Week 10

Kale
Chard
Broccoli
Cabbage
Carrots
Radishes
Summer Squash & Patty Pan Squash
Pickling & Salad Cucumbers
Bell Pepper
Mixed Greens or Lettuce
Assorted Flowers

Enjoy!

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Amphibian Friend Visits Garden

Look who we found napping on our broccoli leaves, frogs are favored guests in organic gardening as they help control insects



Friday, August 9, 2013

Vegetable Share Week 9

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Salad Cucumber &
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Pickling Cucumber
jalapeƱos
Jalapeno Pepper

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Cabbage


Kale OR Swiss Chard
Mixed Greens OR Lettuce
Carrots
Beets
Summer Squash
Herbs
Assorted Flowers