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Herbs at Bloomer’s Greenhouse
Lisa Fallis and Gloria Goodtaste talking Herbs at Bloomer’s Greenhouse – Westpoint, Indiana
Bloomer’s Greenhouse was recommended to us by a member of our Gourmet Dinner Group as experts in the herb field. They not only grow and sell herbs, but Lisa is a font of knowledge about the individual flavors and scents that accompany each specific herb. As we found out, she lived up to her accolades as she we toured us through their greenhouse and she amplified the attributes of each specific herb we passed. What a treat it was!
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Bloomer’s Herb Experts
Dean and Lisa Fallis – Owners of Bloomer’s Greenhouse in West Point, Indiana
Interview with Lisa Fallis and Gloria Goodtaste
Interview with Dean Fallis/Lisa Fallis and Gloria Goodtaste
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The Secret to Great Recipes – Adding Herbs
Herbs add exciting flavor bursts and enticing aroma. We decided to discover some new ways to use those dynamic little herb morsels.
Borage Herb from Bloomer’s Greenhouse
Cilantro / Coriander – Chinese Parsley – Herb from Bloomer’s Greenhouse
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Cinnamon Basil from Bloomer’s Greenhouse
Lettuce Leaf Basil from Bloomer’s Greenhouse
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Link to Full Article – Adding Herbs – The Secret to Great Recipes
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Finding Some Unusual Herbs to Spirit Up Your Garden
Say Hello to Some Members of the Basil Family
Look at Flavors from the Other Side of the World
The Herb for All Seasons
Meet a Mild Mint Family Favorite
Most Photographed
A Little French Twist
Stevia Herb from Bloomer’s Greenhouse
Wiinter Savory Herb from Bloomers Greenhouse
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Link to Full Article – Unusual Herbs to Spirit Up Your Garden
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Planting Herbs and Vegetables –
Matches Made in Heaven
Loving Relationships Make Perfect Companions
Growing together in harmony, the herb will help out its favorite vegetable
Link to Full Article – Planting Herbs and Vegetables- Matches Made in Heaven
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Substituting Dried Herbs for Fresh Herbs in Recipes
Just replace the fresh herbs in your recipe with one third as much of the dried equivalent. The flavor is much more concentrated in dry fresh herbs, so less is required. For example: For 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme use 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
Link to Full Article – Substituting Dried Herbs for Fresh Herbs in Recipes
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Recipes Seasoned with Herbs
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Kale, Sausage, and Butternut Squash Lasagna with Fried Sage
Kale, Sausage, and Butternut Squash Lasagna with Fried Sage –…. Recipe Supplied by Lisa Fallis
About the Recipe: Lasagna is a real favorite, and this recipe is extra special since it uses spiralized squash in place of pasta. The golden color of squash blended with kale, Italian sausage, and creamy cheese bakes into a delicious layered casserole that easily cuts into serving pieces. I added a fresh tomato salad, making it a great summer supper too.
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Lebanese Peppered Potato Salad
Lebanese Peppered Potato Salad
About the Recipe: Who doesn’t love a potato salad in the summer? This one tosses lightly crisp potatoes with garlic, cilantro, and spicy red pepper flakes. Drizzles of tahini add a delicious dash of Lebanon to the potatoes.
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Crusty French Fines Herbes Bread Platter
Crusty French Fines Herbes Bread Platter
About the Recipe: An assortment of cheeses, vegetables, and breads are always popular to serve at parties as appetizers. Here we use 1 roll of dough to create a very attractive French Fines Herbes Bread Platter. This just couldn’t get easier or more delicious.
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Caramelized Braised Sea Bass Vietnamese Style
Czramelized Braised Sea Bass Vietnamese Style
About the Recipe: Tender braised sea bass is lightly caramelized with a thick soy sauce and slowly cooked in rich onion mushroom coconut milk. Serve over Cauliflower Romanesco “Rice” for a fresh side dish with a generous serving of gravy.
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Crisp Golden Corn Cakes with Spring Greens
Crisp Golden Corn Cakes with Spring Greens
About the Recipe: They almost pop when you cook them. The zesty red and green basil adds that fresh-from-the-garden flavor. Just stir up the ingredients and crisp them in your favorite nonstick skillet. Great with cool dollops of yogurt and a sprinkle of crunchy bacon bits! It’s summer on a plate!
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Quick Tricks For Using Those Fresh Herbs
Quick Tricks For Using Those Fresh Herbs
URL Link to Recipes – Quick Tricks For Using Those Fresh Herbs
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Polenta Pizza Tomatoes
Polenta Pizza Tomatoes
About the Recipe: Stuffed tomatoes are delicious warm and juicy. But when you fill them up with creamy polenta, light peppered melting cheese, and dust them with crusty Parmesan cheese, they are divine. Close your eyes and you’re off to Roma.
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Golden Carrot Soup with Smoked Cheddar ‘n Chive Mini Muffins
Golden Carrot soup with Smokie Cheddar ‘n Chive Mini Muffins
About this Recipe: Fresh tender carrots bubble into a smooth warm cream soup, flavored with a touch of smoked paprika and cumin. Swirl in some caramelized Brussels sprouts topping and serve them with delicious smoked cheddar and chive mini-muffins. It’s a beautiful light lunch.
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Cauliflower Cheesesteak
Cauliflower Cheesesteak
About the Recipe: Roasted cauliflower is delicious, but when you combine it with lightly peppered melting cheese, heap it into a crunchy toasted bun, and then top it with glistening caramelized onions and peppers, you create an unbelievably delicious veggie sandwich. Who said you couldn’t have a cheesesteak sandwich?
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Country Fresh Farro Primavera
Country Fresh Farro Primavera
About the Recipe: The nutty flavored farro is the star with its chewy texture and creamy sauce. Fresh shredded Parmesan cheese adds that perfect Italian flavor to the colorful vegetables and healthy grain. Serve it as a vegetarian supper or accompany it with some juicy grilled Italian sausages.
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Moroccan Chicken with Dates and Apricots with Fresh Lemon Thyme
Moroccan Chicken with Dates and Apricots with Fresh Lemon Thyme
About the recipe: The flavor of the chicken is vibrant and highlighted by the lemon thyme, sweet dates, and apricot flavored wine. The juices blend with the golden onions and are lightly creamed with a touch of yogurt.
Beautiful to see; Delightful to serve; Outstanding to taste.
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Kentucky Colonel Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Mousse
Kentucky Colonel Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Mousse
About the Recipe: Do you love chocolate mint, a touch of Kentucky Bourbon, and the flavor of cheesecake? Then this is the dessert for you. It’s weds cheesecake flavor into a chocolate mousse texture and is covered with butter pecan praline topping. It’s fun to serve gourmet-style in fancy glasses but also feels right at home in smaller custard cups. Just lean back and pretend you are right there in Kentucky at the races. Yum…
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Lemon Grass Scented Sesame Cookie Crisps
Lemon Grass Scented Sesame Cookie Crisps
About the Recipe: This thin, crispy cookie has a rich buttery nut flavor from the toasted sesame seeds. A light back flavor of lemon grass and vanilla enhance the taste of this delicate cookie. Serve along with your favorite fresh fruits for dessert.
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Just for Fun !
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It’s a Beauty and the Beast!
Brie, a creamy beautiful cheese, meets the heat of the beastly oven. In spite of the situation, she befriends the beastly oven and learns to look beyond the external high temperature, allowing her melting smooth goodness to combine with its warmth and soul, creating a royal recipe that smothers the plate with enchanting flavors.
Melting Blueberry Brie with Summer Chutney as Removed from Oven
Beauty meets the Oven Beast and can’t stand the heat.
One passion; one dream. One recipe to delight forever.
I love you, Brie!
About the Recipe: Melting brie topped with summer’s best blueberries is a winning appetizer. Crusty fresh bread slices are perfect for scooping up all that goodness. A perfect appetizer for your gourmet dinner party!
URL Link for Copy of Recipe – Melting Blueberry Brie with Summer Chutney
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