John Buckingham

Bacon, Tomato and Cheese Strata

This Bacon, Tomato and Cheese Strata is delicious. If you want to make your meal vegetarian just omit the bacon. It will be equally as tasty.

Worm Farm Update

Some time ago I mentioned the gift I received from my husband of a worm farm! I got it set up in the winter and have been using it to create compost ever since! The amount of time needed for the worms to transform the kitchen scraps into compost varies depending on the number of wormsContinue reading “Worm Farm Update”

Rhubarb Jam – Delicious

I received this rhubarb jam recipe from my aunt and finally tried it recently. I do have an abundance of rhubarb so I’m always looking for ways to enjoy it!

Mouthwatering Ribs Delicious!

This mouthwatering rib recipe is so easy and like the title says, mouthwatering! Only two ingredients plus some barbeque sauce and dinner is served!

It’s July in the Garden

Here we are in July already! Everything is lush and green and my gardens really need some weeding! Despite the weeds my flower beds are bursting with color. The herb garden is full. I love being able to just walk out my kitchen door and pick fresh herbs. In a few weeks we’ll be pickingContinue reading “It’s July in the Garden”

5 Simple Fixes for a Fantastic Summer

Summer is a magical time when you are a child. From picnics in the park, to swimming in the pool, to camping, and family reunions, summer holds seemingly endless fun for the young. Unfortunately, as many of us become adults, summer becomes just another season. Some of us barely even notice the change in weather.Continue reading “5 Simple Fixes for a Fantastic Summer”

What To Do With Wild Strawberries?

It’s strawberry season, all of a sudden my garden is full of strawberries! Nothing better than picking bowls of fresh strawberries to enjoy for breakfast, lunch and dinner! At the same time our fields are full of little tiny wild strawberries. They may be tiny but they are bursting with flavor. Our pug, used toContinue reading “What To Do With Wild Strawberries?”

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

If you haven’t tried Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms on the grill you don’t know what you are missing! Served with a salad for a complete meal.

My Garden: Epson Salt and Tomatoes

I was cleaning out the cupboard the other day and found a container of Epsom salt. Probably left over from when our kids played sports. I remembered hearing that Epsom salt was good for tomatoes and decided to do a little research. I wondered if it was one of those home remedies or was thereContinue reading “My Garden: Epson Salt and Tomatoes”

Frugal Tips: Bugs Be Gone!

I love Vermont in the spring and summer it is just so beautiful. I spend as much time outside as I can working in the garden and just enjoying the outdoors. However one thing I do not like are the bugs! Each year I make my own bug repellent using witch hazel and several essentialContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Bugs Be Gone!”