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Green Dragon Apples

October 31, 2013 by Valerie Mitchell

  Have you ever tried a Green Dragon Apple? Green Dragons are a hybrid that is grown in the US in Hood River, Oregon. The apples made their first appearance in Japan in about 1920. They are a cross between a Japanese Orin (“The King of Apples”) and a Golden Delicious. The name Green Dragon […]

How to Vacuum Seal Potatoes

October 27, 2013 by Valerie Mitchell

It’s great to be able to extend the life of fresh fruit and veggies, so I was happy to learn how easy it is to vacuum seal potatoes. 

Heirloom Tomato Salad with a Hatch Chile Kick

October 2, 2013 by Valerie Mitchell

  Tomato and Cucumber Salad   This salad is quick and easy to make. It looks pretty and tastes great. I used mild Hatch Chile powder in mine, but those of you who aren’t wimpy like me may prefer using hot. Either way, the Hatch flavor goes well with the vegetables. Heirloom Tomato Salad Ingredients: […]

4 Fun Seasonal Fruits and Veggies from Melissa’s Produce

September 11, 2013 by Valerie Mitchell

I love finding new produce at the market as the seasons change. There sure are a lot more choices now than when I was growing up. Here are some fun produce items that you may not have seen or eaten before: 1) Sweet Kapia Peppers – similar to a red bell pepper, but the shape […]

Grilled Watermelon with Lime & Hatch Chile

August 19, 2013 by Valerie Mitchell

  Sweet. Tart. And a kick of spice. This grilled watermelon is unique and delicious. The heat brings out the natural sweetness of the watermelon and the lime and Hatch chile give it a fun flavor twist. This creation was inspired by a recipe on a friend’s blog, Cooking on The Weekends. A few changes […]

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