Category Archives: Autumn Harvesting

Silverbeet with Cannellini Bean Soup

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Liz

My silver beet seems to be in something of an exponential growth stage – which is fortunate given I seem to have failed to plant enough broccoli this year (actually there may be enough if the purple sprouting ever produces any…).  So while … Continue reading →

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Radishes

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Liz

Radishes are one of those things that I think it can be quite hard to get truly passionate about.  Tomatoes – well the ‘love apple’ moniker says it all, chillies have fire, eggplants are tactile, broccoli is good for you and … Continue reading →

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My favourite beetroot salad

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Liz

This is my favourite beetroot salad.  I love the combination of sweet roasted beetroot against the saltiness of feta – it works really well and the mint gives it an added dimension.  Its so good that I’ve included a couple … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Everyday – Spicy Pumpkin – South Indian Style

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Liz

I cut open another pumpkin today, so time for another pumpkin recipe.  This is number 5 (for the others click on the pumpkin category or see the recipe index) and as I’ve called the posts pumpkin everyday I guess I should really do 7.  Regardless … Continue reading →

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Can you grow Ginger in Melbourne?

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Liz

Can you grow ginger in Melbourne?  Based on my experiences this year, the answer to that is a very qualified yes.  The picture below shows some of my ginger grown in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne.  YAY!!!! I love ginger … Continue reading →

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