Thursday, May 21

Down to Earth

The planting season has arrived here in the Big Horn Basin, finally! With my favorite vegetables and herbs grounded firmly into the rich soil, my only task now is to nurture them with water, and lots of it, in our very dry, high desert climate. If all goes as planned, I will harvest enough tomatoes for canning an ample supply to enjoy through fall and winter in my favorite soups, salsas, and sauces. I'm going to try preserving herbs this year, so I planted several varieties to determine which will hold their flavor. And I found a delicious vegetable antipasto recipe for canning that I will share in an upcoming magazine article I'm writing for Teton Family Magazine. The magazine's first issue will debut August 1st, so stay tuned for more information about this exciting new publication featuring Paulette Phlipot’s beautiful photography.