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| 1995-2011
(photo taken 3/26/11)
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Our dear Ozzy (Jimmy)…to the Heavens may he rest.
From Christmas 1995 as a gift to Brian’s children …till this day and always for all of us…he truly was a special little dog.
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| Joshua Tree National Park |
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| Yep…that’s me, Hiking and Climbing rocks in the Mojave Dessert. |
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I will be posting great photographs and recipes over the next few weeks.
Have a wonderful Mother’s Day to all you moms and remember…
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As my mama always said…
If you are headed in the right direction, each step, no matter how small, is getting you closer to your goal.
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The Gourmet Farm Girl
I have Returned From the Desert and Her Cities… Read More »
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| HE DIED AND HE HAS RISEN… |
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| I ASK MYSELF “WHO AM I” THAT GOD SHOULD SEND HIS ONLY SON…SO MY SALVATION SHOULD BE WON Helen Steiner Rice |
May you have a Blessed Easter!
The Gourmet Farm Girl
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Grilled Potato’s with Garlic Butter and Rosemary
By The Gourmet Farm Girl
3-4 medium size potatoes
2-3 garlic cloves chopped
3-4 Tablespoons butter
Extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and cracked pepper to taste
Sprig of Rosemary
Wash potatoes leaving skins on and microwave for 4-5 minutes till semi-soft; cut in half and let cool; drizzle some of the olive oil on a large piece of aluminum foil; when potatoes have cooled cut into chunks and place on foil; salt and pepper to taste. Place the chopped garlic and butter over the potatoes; lay a sprig of rosemary on top.
Tent with another piece of foil and place on grill for 10-12 minutes till hot and cooked through.
Serves 4-6
ENJOY!
Alterations: add one or more of the following: chopped onions, scallions, basil, parsley or add your favorite cheese when ready to serve
Potato’s made easy… Read More »
The Best Remedy
The Best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature, and God.
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Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature.
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As long as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be.
Anne Frank
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Enjoy your Day…
The Gourmet Farm Girl
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Breakfast Wrap with Eggs, Cheese, Bacon and Veggies
By The Gourmet Farm Girl
4 eggs
6 asparagus spears (chopped)
2 tablespoons sliced black olives
5 scallions diced (with some of the greens)
4 strips smoked bacon (turkey bacon works also)
2 soft tortilla wraps
1/4 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
Spinach leaves or your favorite greens
Salt and pepper to taste
Precook bacon drain and set aside.
Rinse asparagus spears and chop into bit size pieces; discarding ends. Precook asparagus with 2-3 tablespoons water in a glass bowl in microwave for 30-40 seconds; drain and set aside.
Wrap tortilla shells in foil and place in 200 degree oven; warm for 5-6 minutes
Beat eggs and pour into a preheated skillet sprayed with vegetable oil over medium heat; add scallions, olives, asparagus and cheese, salt and pepper. Gently fold the eggs and vegetables together till eggs are cooked through; do not over stir, reduce heat if necessary, eggs should cook slowly.
Remove shells from oven and layer a few spinach leaves on top, spoon eggs onto leaves and top with bacon and extra cheese is desired.
This recipe makes two wraps
ENJOY!
Week-end Breakfast Time… Read More »
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Spicy Fried Eggplant Wedges
By the Gourmet Farm Girl
1 medium size Eggplant
1-2 tablespoons dried hot pepper seeds
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 cup corn meal or Andy’s Seafood Breading
1/2 cup flour
1 egg + 2 tablespoons milk
salt to taste
Wash and peel eggplant; cut into wedges or strips (like french fries) pour flour and garlic into a large plastic storage bag and toss eggplant wedges with the flour till coated.
In a medium size bowl whisk eggs with milk; pour the corn meal into another medium size mixing bowl.
Dip wedges in egg wash then in crumbs; coat evenly; lay wedges onto a separate plate till ready to fry.
In a deep fryer set to 350 degrees; drop a few wedges at a time and fry till golden brown, 2-3 minutes.
Drain wedges on paper towels and sprinkle with dried hot pepper flakes; serve immediately.
Makes 5-6 servings
ENJOY!
Forget the Fried Potatos… Read More »
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Sun Dried Tomato and Fresh Basil Pesto
By The Gourmet Farm Girl
1-6 oz jar sun dried tomatoes in oil
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup fresh basil chopped
1/4 cup pitted black olives
2-3 garlic cloves
5-6 green onions (rough chopped)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Place all ingredients in the large bowl of a food processor and pulse till well blended. Serve with toasted garlic bread, stir into cooked pasta or serve with fresh vegetables
Note: Pesto will keep for several day in the refrigerator, stir before using
ENJOY!
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| I think that I shall never see A billboard lovely as a tree. Indeed, unless the billboards fall I’ll never see a tree at all. Ogden Nash
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| Prayer begins where human capacity ends.
Norman Vincent Peale
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Peace be with you on this beautiful Sunday…
The Gourmet Farm Girl
The Peace of Morning… Read More »
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| Grilled Burgers with Provolone, Portabella’s and Green Onions By The Gourmet Farm Girl |
When I was growing up on the farm, my mom would fry up cheese burgers; squirt a little ketchup on the top; throw a couple of pickles on; wrap them up along with some cookies and a huge jug of chocolate milk to take to the fields. The men were working late and could not afford to stop and come home for supper. This was usually because they were trying to stay ahead of the rain. I used to like to ride along with her and sit on the tailgate of the truck and eat a burger right along with my dad and grandpa. It was like a little picnic!
Ahhh…great memories!
1 pound of hamburger
1-8 oz package portabella or white mushrooms (sliced)
Leaf lettuce
Sliced Provolone cheese
4-5 Green onions or red onion
Package of hamburger buns
1 tomato
In a medium size skillet on medium heat melt 2-3 Tablespoon of butter; add the sliced mushrooms and sauté till tender; 8-10 minutes; set aside.
Shape the hamburger into 4 quarter pound patties; salt and pepper; fry or grill till cooked through; 12-15 minutes depending on the heat used. Place the cheese on top of each burger; remove from heat and tent for 5 minutes.
Spread a small amount of butter on each bun (top and bottom) and place under the broiler for 1-2 minutes till just golden brown; remove form heat and layer with leaf lettuce
Unwrap burgers and place on buns with lettuce leaves; top with the mushrooms, onions, tomato, etc etc etc… ENJOY!
Spring Time Memories… Read More »