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Green Tomato and Zucchini Bake

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I've decided on a theme this week. Zucchini. Courgette. My garden came back from hiatus with a vengeance. Well, at least the zucchini did. On a side note: the sweet corn did not fare so well.  It grew lovely, full cobs… That the worms loved. Now, I don't mind picking out a few worms, but, … Continue reading…

Sautéed Chard with Feta and Olives

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Feta. I’m a fairly recent convert to feta cheese; it’s been a kitchen staple for only the last 5 years or so.   Prior to that I bought it for snacks – the kind that comes in glass jars and is covered in herbs and olive oil. Now I buy proper, brebis (sheep’s milk) feta, that … Continue reading…

Stuffed Peppers, Med-style

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One of the things I love most about France, and have the hardest time truly grasping, is the French ability to slow down and enjoy life. I'm always in a hurry (I think it goes hand in glove with my unique time management skills). Oh, I'm capable of relaxing, enjoying a leisurely lunch, going for … Continue reading…

Pasta Salad with Ham and Artichokes; Deruta

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When we lived in Andorra, one of our favorite day trips was to La Bisbal d’Empordà on the Costa Brava, Spain, to buy pottery. When we lived in the US we went to Tubac, AZ (once) to buy pottery. We love pottery. What I love about all of our pottery, and all pottery, is how … Continue reading…

Savory Sautéed Potatoes; the update… such as it is

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Well… We moved into our new bedroom. It was wonderful to be back in our very own water-bed again I haven’t found all the bedroom stuff yet – so the shelves are still mostly empty. On the other hand, I also haven’t found room for all the stuff that is unpacked, so I guess that … Continue reading…

Turkey Rolls Stuffed with Pimientos and Feta; the update

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Aren’t you tired of seeing photos of our bedroom floor yet? This is the last one before we move up…. So exciting! We’ll clean, first. He just has that little strip by the doors to finish – and then, of course, all the trim…. Which he assures me will go very fast. It had better.  … Continue reading…