Crisp cucumbers, fresh summer tomatoes and just a little sweet heat from peppers make this light, bright salad perfect for your next summer cookout. There are no greens, which wilt quickly when dressed, so it’s also a great salad to bring along to share with family and friends. In this video, chef and story-teller Jonathan Bardzik demonstratesRead more
Watermelon gazpacho usually disappoints with savory flavors overpowering the sweet watermelon, or the sugary fruit drowning out the other flavors. This recipe gets it just right. Leave out the watermelon juice, add some cumin and serve this as a salsa over fried fish tacos. In this video, chef and story-teller Jonathan Bardzik demonstrates how to grow andRead more
Chef and storyteller Jonathan Bardzik features two AAS Winners, Candle Fire okra and Candyland Red currant tomatoes in a unique roasted vegetable snack. In this video, chef and story-teller Jonathan Bardzik demonstrates how to grow and cook with award-winning All-America Selections winning varieties. A printable recipe card is below. Tomato Candyland Red – 2016 AAS Winner – Pop-In-Your-MouthRead more
Chef and storyteller Jonathan Bardzik features four AAS Winners, Antares Fennel, Pepitas pumpkin seeds, Dolce Fresca basil and Delizz Strawberries in a wonderful, refreshing salad. In this video, chef and story-teller Jonathan Bardzik demonstrates how to grow and cook with award-winning All-America Selections winning varieties. A printable recipe card is below. Fennel Antares This winning plant is itsRead more
Whether your garden is overflowing at the peak of summer or you’re grabbing a little of everything from a late summer harvest this dish captures your favorite flavors from the summer garden in a one-dish supper! In this video, chef and story-teller Jonathan Bardzik demonstrates how to grow and cook with award-winning All-America Selections winning varieties. ARead more
2018 Food Trends to Grow in Your Garden We are often asked to speak about food and gardening trends to Master Gardeners and home gardeners and it just happens to be one of our favorite topics. Sometimes, depending on the group, we might even call it “Snob Factor” gardening because who doesn’t like to impress theirRead more
Check back often for our newest Meatless Monday recipe and the corresponding AAS Winner/s to grow in your garden. Try Meatless Monday recipes for a healthier you and a healthier environment! Grow AAS Winners for the perfect home-grown dish! Meatless Monday is a global movement with a simple message: once a week, cut theRead more
In the beginning… there were simply beautiful plants. Then, when it was discovered that some were good to eat–their fruit, foliage, roots or flowers providing the calories and nutrition required to assure mankind’s survival–it made sense to grow them in a special protected area to guarantee an adequate, convenient supply. Ever since, with a few exceptions,Read more
Try them all and then next spring, plant the corresponding AAS Winners for a guaranteed taste-treat! Check back each day for a new recipe… Day 24 Toast the holidays and new year with Grand Champagne with Strawberries. A delicious bubbly treat for all! Make it your own with AAS Winner Strawberry Delizz® for and enjoy the holidaysRead more
Easy Recipes from Your Garden Using AAS Winners! Jonathan Bardzik, culinary storyteller, entertainer, and horticulture industry veteran, presents delicious, easy-to-make recipes featuring AAS Winning edible – vegetables. This delicious recipe features our AAS Winners Mascotte Beans, Hot Sunset or Cajun Belle Peppers and Celebrity, Mountain Merit, Big Beef, or Chef’s Choice Pink Tomatoes. Your Family isRead more
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