The Harvest Eating Podcast

Latest Episodes:

309-Making A Tomato Pie Sep 10, 2015

Show notes

On today's show I go over making a tomato tart. Simple ingredients like garden fresh heirloom tomatoes, fresh rosemary, blue cheese and bacon...listen to find out how easy is it to create a simple yet elegant tart. Once a simple crust, pate brisee, is made that tart comes together rather easily. The secret is not overworking the crust and to use the freshest tomatoes you can get a hold of. When this tart cools off the flavors of these tomatoes with the amazing aroma of fresh rosemary and the tang of the blue cheese is so delicious your friends and family will love this.

Tomato Pie Video

308-PREPARING FOR ECONOMIC DOWNTURN AND POTENTIAL FOOD SHORTAGES-PART 4 Sep 02, 2015

Show notes

On part 4 we discuss ways of growing and producing your own food. Activities like gardeing, planting trees etc. I cover:

Seeds-why everybody needs back up Heirloom seeds...not hybrids
Gardening....whay we do and have done in the past
Row crops, potatoes, winter squash etc.
Fruit trees such as figs, apples, peaches, pears
Berry bushes such as blueberry, raspberry, blackberry

I enjoyed this recording this show.

307-Preparing For Economic Downturn and Potential Food Shortages-Part 3 Aug 27, 2015

Show notes

On today's edition I discuss some pantry basics such as keeping canned goods, paper products, baking supplies etc. I get a bit distracted from time to time but still provide much information you can use. We all need a pantry that is well stocked so that we DO NOT HAVE to go to the store each time we need something. A properly stocked pantry is a must for all homesteads....so let's work together and make it happen. I also started a contest for best pantry photo....winner will receive one free pouch of Thoughtful Harvest Pasta Sauce

306-Preparing For Economic Downturn and Potential Food Shortages-Part-2 Aug 25, 2015

Show notes

Today on part 2 of our series I dicuss the homesteading kitchen equipment I own or recommend. In all but one case I own or have owned everything discussed today. If you're a homesteader, having canning equipment, canning jars, a food processor etc. are all critical pieces of equipment. If you store grain having a grinder, both electric and non-electric are important considerations. As alwyas, acquiring these items without going into debt is the only way I advise getting them. Remember, these are tools of self sufficiency and they are good at keeping you out of debt, don't go into debt to get them!

305-Preparing For Economic Downturn and Potential Food Shortages-Part 1 Aug 20, 2015

Show notes

On today's show I discuss in detail the storage of commodity items like rice, beans, grains, corn, etc. Also discussed is how to store them-what type containers, oxygen absorbers, mylar pouches etc. I give ideas on where ot find these items, which varities I recommend and how long these items can be stored.

304-Preparing For Economic Downturn and Potential Food Shortages-INTRO Aug 18, 2015

Show notes

On today's show I introduce a series we will be covering that lays out the current state of world economies and how an impending economic downturn will affect you. We will be discussing the following during this series of shows:

Commodity Food Storage-rice, beans, pasta, grains, etc.
Common Kitchen and Homesteading Equipment-what you need
Storing Pantry Items-canned goods, condiments, paper products, baking supplies
Seeds, Gardening, Fruit Trees, Row Crops
Dairy Animals, Egg Layers, Meat Animals
Water Purification and Storage
Strategies To Produce Food Stores

LINK TO TODAYS SHOW

SPECIAL EPISODE-THE MAKING OF THOUGHTFUL HARVEST PASTA SAUCES Aug 18, 2015

Show notes

Today's show is strictly about Thoughtful Harvest Sauces, it's not a regular episode so if your not interested in behind the scenes business and food manufacturing stuff you might want to skip ahead to next show.

I will be discuss our recent packaging change from glass jars to flexible pouches and the benefits of doing so. Also I talk about new equipment we used and how the packages sealed etc.

303-Fried Green Tomatoes w Tomato Peach Jam Aug 10, 2015

Show notes

Today I discuss making a super summer dish; fried green toamtoes with a tomato peach jam....SPICY tomato peach jam. The addition of a cayenne pepper (or your favorite type) brings a special something to this great appetizer. In August tomatoes are at their best..and peaches are almost gone...so this is perfect time of year to make this. Frying green tomatoes is a tradition down south nad this cornmeal crusted pan fried version is the best IMO. The addition of an easy spicy tomato peach jam is perfect.

302-Cooking With Peaches-The Favorite Fruit of Summer Jul 31, 2015

Show notes

On today's show I go over 5 ways to use the summer bounty of peaches many of us have right now. I'll highlight:

Grilled peaches w mascarpone cheese and balsamic drizzle
Sourdough Peach Clafoutis
Habenero Peach Jam
Salted Caramel & Lavendar Peach Cake
Buttermilk Peach Smoothy.

I love peaches and often can them as well as just eating from the hand. I hope these ideas inspire you too.

301-Making Full Sour Dill Pickles-Lacto Fermented Jul 29, 2015

Show notes

A few episodes back I suggested the use of probiotic rich foods like sour pickles, kombucha, sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt etc. On today's show I walk you thru the making of a delicatessen classic; the full sour dill pickle. These intoxicating little pickles can be found floating in wood barrels in many delis that appreciate old-world goodness. Sour pickles are made using just water, salt and aromatics and they allow natural bacteria to multiply and produce lactic acid to prevent spoilage. In the process, a rich probiotic is created with a wonderful and unique taste. Simple to make with everyday equipment your journey into lacto fermentation should always incude a stoll down sour pickle lane!

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

The Harvest Eating Podcast

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected