Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Harvest Garlic: Kale, Potato & White Bean Soup

Simple yet delicious, this soup is great served with a warm, toasty whole-grain bread or rolls and a hungry appetite. SERVES 4 to 6
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• 1 pound turkey or chicken sausage, sliced
• 1 1/2 cups chopped onions
• 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock or broth
• 3 cups chopped red potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped celery stalk with leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 8 cups (packed) coarsely chopped kale leaves, tough stems removed
• 1/2 tablespoon snipped fresh rosemary
• 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
1. Brown sausage 3 to 5 minutes in large pot or Dutch oven. Add onions and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes, or until onions are limp. Drain any excess fat from pot.
2. Add chicken stock, potatoes, carrots, celery and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes and carrots are near tender. Add kale, rosemary and white beans. Cook 5 minutes more, or until carrots and potatoes are tender.
3. Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into individual serving bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.  

Contributing Editor Kris Wetherbee tends her herbs in western Oregon. 


Read more: http://www.motherearthliving.com/cooking-methods/harvest-garlic-kale-potato-white-bean-soup.aspx#ixzz2hw8pwVi

Thursday, October 24, 2013

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Monday, October 21, 2013

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Friday, October 11, 2013

Whittamore's Farm

PUMPKINS - CORN STALKS - STRAW BALES + MUMS - GOURDS - FAIRYTALE PUMPKINS AND MORE! 

Put a little flair in your front yard ! Whittamore's is your Fall Decor Superstore!!!

Thursday, October 10, 2013

It is common in Italy to find fresh sprigs of Eucalyptus casually tied on to shower heads



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It is common in Italy to find fresh sprigs of Eucalyptus casually tied on to shower heads. When you take a hot bath or shower, the steam will release the eucalyptus oils. Eucalyptus is a natural decongestant, taking a shower with one can help to clear up sinuses and loosen cough.

Wednesday, October 9, 2013