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Grilled Shrimp Salad

Posted on August 29, 2012August 28, 2012 by linda
On our recent stay at Drakesbad at Lassen National Park, we had a wonderful shrimp salad as a side with lunch.  I was inspired to take the same ingredient and create a main dish. You’ll need: 1... Read More

Sierra Nevada Brewery

Posted on August 28, 2012August 27, 2012 by linda
We just returned from a great weekend at Lassen National Park.  On the way to the park, we stopped at the Sierra Nevada Brewery in Chico. Visiting breweries is an activity close to my heart.  I thin... Read More

Boozy Summer Fruits

Posted on August 8, 2012August 2, 2012 by linda
A little bit of effort in August will pay off during the holidays.  Liquor soaked fruit makes a great gift and is great for holiday entertaining.  Use the same quality of liquor you would use for mi... Read More

Mr. Pepper Pants

Posted on August 3, 2012August 2, 2012 by linda
or, Look What I Found at Target Curse you Target!  Why is it that I always buy more than I need from your store? I found a great salt and pepper set while wandering through the store last weekend. Ta... Read More

Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Yogurt Dipping Sauce

Posted on August 1, 2012July 24, 2012 by linda
This easy summer appetizer is great for company.  I’ve served variations of the yogurt sauce all summer; it’s great with grilled salmon and as a dip for veggies. For this recipe you’... Read More

Global Grilling

Posted on July 31, 2012July 21, 2012 by linda
We received this cookbook as a wedding gift.  I love the variety and quality of recipes. Global Grilling – Sizzling Recipes from Around the World Jay Solomon Global Grilling has been on my book... Read More

Basil Ice Cream

Posted on July 24, 2012January 19, 2014 by linda
A few weeks ago I tried a recipe for basil custard that failed miserably.  The ice cream machine rescued me and inspired me to create this basil ice cream. For this recipe you’ll need: 2 cups h... Read More

Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book

Posted on July 23, 2012July 21, 2012 by linda
This cookbook gets a lot of use in my kitchen and it’s fun to read. Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book Ben Cohen & Jerry Greenfield with Nancy J. Stevens This is o... Read More

Welcome to Farmer in the Vale!

Posted on July 21, 2012 by linda
Hi.  My name is Linda.  I live and work in Silicon Valley California. My “farm” is actually my suburban backyard.  My yard contains fruit trees and vegetable beds, but no animals (yet).... Read More
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Hi! My name is Linda. I live in Silicon Valley. My "farm" is a suburban back yard where I try to grown anything that can survive my level of care. I hope you enjoy my thoughts on quilting, cooking and gardening.

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