If you’re looking for ways to use up your garden bounty this 4th of July check out this round-up of garden fresh, 4th of July minded recipes.

Fresh 4th of July Veggies:
Fourth of July Roasted Tomato Salsa Recipe
Orzo Super Salad
Southwestern Style Potato Salad
Crispy apple coleslaw
Mushrooms, tofu, red onions, lemons (and more) grilled kabobs
Corn on the cob three ways – be brave and just click one – make whichever one you land on…

Corn on the cob
Corn on the cob
Corn on the cob

Juicy & Fruity:
Savory Apple Onion Tart – not too juicy, I know, but I defaulted the apples into the fruit category …read more

Now that we’re getting close to full-fledged corn on the cob season, I’m sure that most of us know someone who can’t eat it that way.  Rather than grab a knife and make a mess all over the table trying to cut off the kernels, hand them a Corn Zipper instead and watch them zip the kernels off quickly and safely.

The teeth fit between the rows to remove two rows at a time, slicing them from the cob without splatters.  At least that’s what I’ve heard…I don’t actually have anyone in my circle of family and friends who routinely cuts …read more

It’s almost BBQ/grilling time but I’m sure some of you have already been airing out the grill outside. What’s one of the best side dishes during the Summer? Corn On The Cob, of course. I have a parmesan cheese topping to perk up your corn that everyone will love.
INGREDIENTS :

1 cup grated parmesan cheese
sprinkle of lemon & pepper seasoning
sprinkle of red pepper flakes
sprinkle of Italian seasoning
4-5 corn on the cob, boiled
butter for spreading

During the summer growing season I love it when all or most of my meal comes from the garden. It gives me a sense of pride to know that I grew the meal in front of me, and that it tastes ten times better than anything I could buy at the grocery store (also more nutritious, and organically grown but that’s another story).
Here are a couple of my favorite summer meals from the garden:

Green beans and new potatoes
BLT’s with fresh Beefsteak tomatoes, and greens from the garden.
Corn on the cob, tomato sandwiches, and fried squash, are a fabulous combination, who …read more

As the northern hemisphere creeps towards autumn, corn is coming into season. It has been available here in Switzerland for a few weeks, but may come earlier or later depending on your location. Sweet, fresh corn is a real treat, and so delicious that it can be eaten completely on its own.
Corn always reminds me of the farm country where my grandma lives. In front of many fields you will find roadside stands piled high with fresh corn and a cash box, and a sign reading something ridiculous like “12 ears for 25 cents”. Unfortunately we pay a lot more …read more