tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.comments2024-03-14T05:55:13.709-05:00Farmgirl FareFarmgirl Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04851855517852917202noreply@blogger.comBlogger32349125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-13330158021539921942018-12-23T12:34:43.488-06:002018-12-23T12:34:43.488-06:00Hi Susan! Merry Christmas! This is the recipe I al...Hi Susan! Merry Christmas! This is the recipe I always come back to and I'm about to make a big batch now! (was Maya @ Springtree Road lots of years ago) xoxo!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252384496357212189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-25032883336281980672017-07-19T15:06:14.669-05:002017-07-19T15:06:14.669-05:00WOW!! This sounds wonderful. My husband and I cre...WOW!! This sounds wonderful. My husband and I created a grain AND sugar free house a year ago and I want to use green tomatoes this fall when the weather turns for chowchow, relish and jam with little or NO sugar. Can't wait to try this and will comment after I give it a try, Thanks.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12506987120652269446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-67469735236715352562017-07-14T08:24:23.843-05:002017-07-14T08:24:23.843-05:00Do you know of anyone who has crossed katahdins wi...Do you know of anyone who has crossed katahdins with babydolls? I love both breeds and was hoping the lambs would end up being shearless. Thanks!Deb Jnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-30396250541989559762017-06-25T19:17:05.497-05:002017-06-25T19:17:05.497-05:00I wandered my way over here from your old gardenin...I wandered my way over here from your old gardening blog which I really enjoy. I'm looking forward to browsing this blog and trying out some new recipes!FarmLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11540730077819447103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-6367661409384559812017-05-25T06:40:57.502-05:002017-05-25T06:40:57.502-05:00Herbs are such a soul satisfying thing to grow ;)Herbs are such a soul satisfying thing to grow ;)Cary ~ My Wool Mitten at Serenity Farmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349458644831264576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-7971564598818011642017-05-01T11:32:20.821-05:002017-05-01T11:32:20.821-05:00I just found your blog over the weekend and I'...I just found your blog over the weekend and I've already pinned recipes and had a good look around - love it!! I have my herb garden on my deck right outside my kitchen door, which is awesome....the sad part is that even perennial herbs don't come back, except for the sage and chives. Sad. But I agree, by spending a little $$ in the spring, you reap huge rewards - I was still using my herbs even in the winter, every time I made broth I would throw in some of the frozen sprigs right out of the garden. Debbie - Mountain Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18401931842031353732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-61910168150514148132017-04-28T09:38:54.772-05:002017-04-28T09:38:54.772-05:00We've been making this recipe all of the time ...We've been making this recipe all of the time since you first posted it in 2009 and I've shared it with various friends and family members. Thank you! It's great.LBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00827232452149441427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-6587763577882267502017-04-24T16:33:24.148-05:002017-04-24T16:33:24.148-05:00How lovely! I'll never forget that year it wa...How lovely! I'll never forget that year it was so crazy high that I think you tied a rope between yourself and the nearest tree! It was crazy high and I was sure you were going to be swept away. It sure looks pretty here. Buddy Bear is 15??? How did that happen? Aren't we still 12? What a dear boy. Bless his sweet heart. Thanks for the peek at your spring! Is that the new barn in the distance of the first shot? It looks terrific! Love you kid. Take good care of the gang and Lucky BB and Joe. Great to hear from you!Caryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15236278932692169950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-75870883701792708162017-04-03T08:03:16.306-05:002017-04-03T08:03:16.306-05:00Yes! Thanks for the gentle reminder (ahead of tim...Yes! Thanks for the gentle reminder (ahead of time which is always sooo important) that it is time to get those herbs into the ground. Chives are peaking up here in coastal New England as is rhubarb. Will have to check your link to see what the heck you do with lemon balm. Welcome back, dear Susan. You are missed when you're not posting here. How has lambing been going? Hope all is terrific. Hugs to the menagerie and dear Hunky Farmguy! :)Caryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15236278932692169950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-34647484476746322592017-04-03T05:15:52.540-05:002017-04-03T05:15:52.540-05:00I have to tell you also, I am picking spinach. I ...I have to tell you also, I am picking spinach. I planted a fall garden and was going to keep it covered with plastic during the winter, the severe cold and winds before xmas took care of that, so we put a thick layer of chopped leaves on the bed. A couple weeks ago, hubs says you have spinach growing in the garden. I have picked twice now and it is wonderful. Not sure if this a new gardening technique or just a fluke but I am planting my spinach in the fall next year.Sherliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09239120262722954190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-19218347704617121472017-04-03T05:10:37.927-05:002017-04-03T05:10:37.927-05:00I grow most of my herbs in pots on my deck and the...I grow most of my herbs in pots on my deck and the returning ones in a garden bed. You didn't mention the fragrance when you run your finger thru the plants. Our dog would walk by the rosemary plants when we brought them inside. They are large pots and sit on the bottom shelf in front of the deck door. We would tell him he smelled like "roast beast". They are fun and easy to grow.Sherliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09239120262722954190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-65251051536544054432017-03-16T18:33:03.640-05:002017-03-16T18:33:03.640-05:00I just made your a Tomato & Basil Whole Wheat ...I just made your a Tomato & Basil Whole Wheat Sourdough bread, it's turned out wonderful, we did not make it to 40 minutes before we broke into it, more like 10 minutes. I also added 56g jalapeƱos could not taste them will double it next time. Thank you for the recipe.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15638602902116759248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-47131656683119475112017-03-11T19:46:50.905-06:002017-03-11T19:46:50.905-06:00I have missed your donkey posts! Nice to see those...I have missed your donkey posts! Nice to see those long ears!Lorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04213432471222062114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-70043045650942102942017-03-11T05:04:04.318-06:002017-03-11T05:04:04.318-06:00I think the donkeys are correct: treats are in ord...I think the donkeys are correct: treats are in order! This weather is crazy---we are experiencing similar fluctuations in NY. The sheep were shorn in the sun and now have to deal with the snow.<br />So glad you are back Susan.Dominiquenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-67891199545788877092017-03-11T02:12:55.707-06:002017-03-11T02:12:55.707-06:00Since you once resided in California, Susan, I thi...Since you once resided in California, Susan, I think you might agree with me that S.F. sourdough bread is among the best there is. It's unique. I took a road trip up north to S.F. when I was stationed in southern CA in the early 70's and had my first taste of nirvana. Over the years, I tried my hand in creating sourdough starters hoping to replicate the same taste but my bread lacked that special tang. Can it be done? Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06147847962718281427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-66879554175030873842017-03-10T21:58:27.123-06:002017-03-10T21:58:27.123-06:00That's scary-crazy bi-polar weather you're...That's scary-crazy bi-polar weather you're getting there! Hope it doesn't make any of the critters sick....Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01550786937196525098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-26794619337979961002017-03-02T12:07:47.137-06:002017-03-02T12:07:47.137-06:00I relate to you about closing my eyes to cleaning ...I relate to you about closing my eyes to cleaning and organizing. I'd much rather spend my time growing and preparing delicious food, riding our horses, and walking the dog. My husband has been making sourdough for over three years from a wild yeast starter. It took about three weeks for it to be totally active but it tastes better every time.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05512053081408729041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-48809050474606442412017-03-02T03:07:50.022-06:002017-03-02T03:07:50.022-06:00We love Dr. Bronner's soaps, and have been usi...We love Dr. Bronner's soaps, and have been using them for years! We use the almond as hand soap, cutting with 1/3 water so it doesn't clog the dispenser, and my husband likes to use the peppermint in the shower. It's especially cooling in the summer.Lindanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-22069491201517069172017-02-26T06:38:26.928-06:002017-02-26T06:38:26.928-06:00I love seeing these posts Susan---I hope this mean...I love seeing these posts Susan---I hope this means we will see more. Love to Bert, Henry, Bear, and everyone at the farm.Dominiquenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-14966089021256188892017-02-25T23:47:06.181-06:002017-02-25T23:47:06.181-06:00I'm curious. Which type of rice? The page tha...I'm curious. Which type of rice? The page that link takes you to shows 15!!! different types of Lundberg organic rice.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05471068393929325165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-3969294023279634832017-02-25T20:20:49.613-06:002017-02-25T20:20:49.613-06:00I've been getting back into cast iron cookware...I've been getting back into cast iron cookware, and my Lodge pans are awesome. The fun part is that I'm finding them all at estate sales and online auctions! The hunt is part of the fun.Daisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11647906900944224234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-40850248698128686422017-02-25T10:15:33.898-06:002017-02-25T10:15:33.898-06:00Oh my goodness! I've died and gone to heaven....Oh my goodness! I've died and gone to heaven. My favorite Farmgirl is back and planting again! Hello, dear Susan!!! Tickled to hear from you and get a little peak into your early planting for this year. Your kitchen garden was always a treat to read (FGF also, of course!) and have missed your tips on which wild varieties to try, and why. Glad to hear your weather is warm enough that you've snuck out and seeded a few rogues, and that they've sprouted. Hooray!!! I did better than I've ever done and late last fall I got out and covered all beds with shredded leaves. Got bean poles and cuke trellis out of the ground just before real hard freeze for first time. Dead tomato plants pulled just days before. Relate to your style sooo much! :) As per my usual kamikaze planting though, I think I've burnt my leek seedlings. The first tray I planted succumbed to damping off as I was too tight to sterilize a huge bag of seeding medium that was open over the year before. Wanted leeks so badly, bought a pack of seeds from the feed store (the first were my saved seeds, wah!), sterilized the planting medium, and put the tray on a heating pad on low. Patience is not my virtue so I put the tray in window and lo and behold, solar energy works. Who knew?! :) Fried the babies. Happily I can buy leek seedlings from my favorite local farmer in a few weeks. Haha. Sorry to blather on, but am sooo glad to hear you that I'm being a loon. Better get to work and say adieu. Thanks again for posting. Always terrific to read you. Good luck with your sourdough starter! :) hugs to Joe and you and the beasts!Caryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15236278932692169950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-11382633675059601152017-02-25T00:10:51.354-06:002017-02-25T00:10:51.354-06:00Now I'm REALLY hungry AND want to go for a wal...Now I'm REALLY hungry AND want to go for a walk!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01550786937196525098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-27487986119985733012017-02-13T12:56:06.738-06:002017-02-13T12:56:06.738-06:00I just took the last batch out of the oven and gad...I just took the last batch out of the oven and gad my first taste. I love these cookies and my 16 month old granddaughter will love them as well. Her parents restrict her sugar intake always use natural sweeteners where possible. These will be a perfect treat for her at Oma's house.<br />Than you for the recipe.Oma Goodness!https://www.blogger.com/profile/09471037908109821380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997259.post-42118662091748206252017-02-11T19:31:48.400-06:002017-02-11T19:31:48.400-06:00Oh, wow! I stumbled across this recipe when I went...Oh, wow! I stumbled across this recipe when I went looking for something to do with a green tomato that had been knocked off one of my plants, as I hate to waste home-grown produce. I came across this recipe and had all the ingredients, so I gave it a go - and oh my giddy aunt, what an amazing flavour! I quartered the recipe, picked another green tomato, and fell in love. My husband eats it on toast, and says it's the best relish he's had in years! <br />I'm going to have to plant an extra tomato plant next year, just so we can pick them green and make tons more of this divine relish! Many thanks from Down Under!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com