In and Out of the Garden

 The Novel Bakers present Day 3 of

Garden Week.

Today, we're reviewing Sara Midda's charming book

In and Out of the Garden.

It's small and portable, filled with illustrations, recipes, and tips. Due to a few misadventures--mostly in the garden!-- part II of my review will be posted later today at the Foodie Friday Linky Party.

 We've had rain and cloudy days, so I made a comforting vegetable soup,

 adapted from a recipe in the book. 

Comforting Vegetable Soup

Vegetable stock

1 cup chopped onions

1 cup celery

1 cup sliced carrots

minced garlic (I like a heaping teaspoon)

1 potato, peeled and cubed (place in ice water until you're ready to add it to the pot)

3 zucchini, sliced

1 can mixed beans, drained

1 can tomato bits

2 tablespoon sun dried tomato paste

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

salt and pepper to taste

chili powder (to taste)

1 heaping tablespoon Hungarian paprika

Tabasco (as much as you dare)

pasta (boiled in a separate pot and drained)

lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon

Sautee onions and celery. Add garlic and sautee another minute. Add tomato paste and blend. Add Hungarian paprika, sugar, salt, pepper, Tabasco, and chili powder, stirring well. Add carrots, tomato bits, and stock and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. When carrots are fork-tender, add potatoes, beans, lemon juice, and zucchini. Reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently. Add more stock, if necessary. When you're ready to serve, add pasta. Garnish with basil. 

Serve with cheese bread and ice cold lemonade.

Update: The tureen is made by Fitz and Floyd. The pattern is Toulouse.

 



You can read about my misadventures HERE. 

You'll find the Novel Bakers' charming reviews at:

Tuesday, May 27th

Jain ... a quiet life

Mary ... Home Is Where the Boat Is

 Rattlebridge Farm.



Wednesday, May 28th
A Rose Pink Breakfast at Jain's blog, ... a quiet life ...

A Visit to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden   at Mary's blog, Home Is Where the Boat Is

Lantern Lit Drinks Party at Rattlebridge

Come pin with us at the Novel Bakers' Garden Week Board on Pinterest.

Thursday, May 29th
..a quiet life

Home Is Where the Boat Is

Rattlebridge Farm

Friday, May 30th
..a quiet life

Home Is Where the Boat Is
Foodie Friday at Rattlebridge Farm



Saturday and Sunday, the Novel Bakers will take you on a tour of Private Edens

We'll see you this Monday, June 2nd, at the Mystery Ingredient Club.

A Tablescape Thursday contribution.

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