December 2022: In The Waning Days Of The Old Year
Not-My-Cat left with her new owners quite awhile ago but a new cat has discovered the paradise she once knew. Behold! Scallawag:
I was trying out one of my camera’s night settings that recommends using a tripod & this happened:
Freeze damaged parsley:
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Growing Tip: Garden Parsley
Parsley makes a delicious and fragrant addition to any dish, from salads to stews, meat or fish, cooked or just freshly chopped; it is alwats excellent. And it is also quite easy to grow.
For a change, I sowed my curly-leaf parsley (Petroselinum crispum) seeds sparsely in a mixture of garden soil and good soil in a 12-centimetr/4.75-inch pot, dusting them with a grating of coal to prevent damping off, and gave them regular water and enough but not direct light in the ‘Nursery’. I sowed them in mid-April this year, but staring in May, when the risk of frost is gone, they can be sown directly in the garden (parsley is an excellent compainion to tomatoes).
Their germination may vary from 15 days to a month, but they will grow more rapidly if sown inside, near a window or in a greenhouse.
Once the parsley seedlings developped proper leaves I thinned them, removing the weaker, smaller seedlings. It is a cruel but important step: crowding will impede their growth! Then, I continued taking care of them in the Nursery until they grew about 10 centimetres/4 inches tall.
Finally, I took the pot oustide --exactly a month and twelve days after sowing-- and placed it on the terrace Herb Shelf, where I can pick the fragrant parsley whenever I need it for cooking (which, in turn, encourages it to grow even more!)
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There's something very satisfying in the efficiency, sounds and movements of cutting up herbs with kitchen scissors.
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Instagram Repost: June 14, 2023
Did an absolutely massive cutback on the garden today; it's been raining for a week and I finally had both a break and the time to get out there and get the work done that I needed- and this is what I got out of it ⭲
🌿 Austrian Sage
🌿 Garden Sage
🌿 Black Sage
🌿 Pineapple Sage
🌿 Lemon Balm
🌿 Lime Balm
🌿 Temperate Tulsi
🌿 French Marigold
🌿 Tarragon
🌿 Hardy Marjoram / Oregano
🌿 Lemon Thyme
🌿 German Thyme
🌿 White Horehound
🌿 Black Horehound
🌿 Curly-Leaf Parsley
🌿 Valerian
🌿 Common Mugwort
Took forever to process, but in the end it was all worth it; absolutely loving my garden this year!
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RECIPE: Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri (from Meal Prep Magic by Catherine McCord)
It was in Argentina where I began my love affair with chimichurri; a pot of it accompanied whatever meat we were eating. Just the thought of pairing it with pork tenderloin makes me giddy.
PREP TIME: 15 minutes, plus 1 to 2 hours for marinating
COOK TIME: 15 minutes
SERVES: 4 to 6
¼ cup (60 ml) Dijon mustard
½ cup (120 ml) apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar
8 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup (75 ml) plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
2 to 2½ pounds (910 g to 1.2 kg) pork tenderloin, fat and silver skin removed
½ cup (15 g) packed fresh cilantro
½ cup (15 g) packed flat- or curly-leaf parsley
1 small shallot, peeled
2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Pinch crushed red pepper
Freshly ground black pepper
Place the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, half of the garlic, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large zip-top bag. Squish the bag to mix the marinade. Add the pork tenderloin and use your hand on the outside of the bag to move the marinade around the pork. Marinate for 1 to hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
To make the chimichurri, in a food processor, place the cilantro, parsley, remaining garlic, shallot, the remaining ⅓ cup (75 ml) olive oil, the red or white wine vinegar, lime juice, crushed red pepper, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper and pulse until finely chopped.
Heat a grill to medium heat. Grill the marinated pork on several sides for a total of 14 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 135 to 140°F (55 to 60°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat. (Alternatively, you can use a cast-iron skillet to roast the pork. Heat over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the pork all over for a total of 6 minutes. Transfer the pan to a 400°F (205°C) oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes.)
Allow the pork to rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the juices to settle before slicing. Use a sharp knife to cut pork on a bias into ½-inch (12 mm) slices and top with the chimichurri sauce.
Make sure not to overcook the pork. Pork should never be cooked to more than 135 to 140°F (55 to 60°C). You want the internal color to be light pink.
Make double the amount of chimichurri sauce to serve with fish, shrimp, chicken, or steak later that week.
TO ENJOY LATER
The cooked pork can be cooled and refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy at room temperature or warm for 30 seconds in the microwave. Store the chimichurri in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze in ice cube trays then transfer to labeled zip-top bags for up to 4 months.
PREP IN ADVANCE
Place the zip-top bag of the pork in its marinade in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to cook, place the pork chops in the zip-top bag in the refrigerator to thaw overnight; cook as directed.
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Dndads chars and how stocked their spice cabnets are
Daryll: It’s not the best, he has mostly herbs, and herb mixes at that, he does use paprika and garlic salt though. He’s a basil guy/vanilla guy
Henry: Only fresh herbs, he has a herb garden, he keeps ginger in his freezer along with some scotch bonnet which is his favourite chilli pepper. He’s a dill guy/mustard powder guy
Ron: Samantha cooks, Ron hands her the spices as she asks for them, she prefers spices to herbs, but she owns a tub of thyme the size of her head. Ron doesn’t understand the difference between mixed spice and all spice, and thinks Sammy is amazing because she can. He’s a fennel/cinnamon guy
Glenn: w... Glenn likes wee--Glenn adds fresh garlic to his ready meals and calls himself Jamie Oliver(side note: fuck jamie oliver). He thinks corriander tastes like soap. He’s a curly leafparsley guy/american mustard guy
Erin eats nothin but meat babey! Salt is her favourite spice, she has every salt, sea salt, rock salt, pink salt, all the salts
Paeden is NOT allowed in the kitchen, he does just eat random leaves though, and his favourite is wild garlic
Walter: thinks corriander tastes like soap but likes it. He’s a oregano/Carraway seed guy
Sweet matilda loves those wine mulling spices, she lives for star anise! LIVES FOR IT. She’s a bay leaf/clove gal
Frank: frank is painfully white. he’s a rosemay(for the stuffing)/ black pepper guy
Barry: thinks hes adventurous, but reality is, he uses about three herbs and one spice. He’s a lemon grass/cardamom guy
Willy: willy doen’t cook. he’s a flat leaf parsley/saffron guy(because of the price, not because he likes it)
Bill: bill’s spice cupboard is full of dominos garlic and herb dip and thats it. he’s a vinegar/soy sauce guy
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in my 20s I tried to please other people and always ate curly leaf parsley. now that I'm in my 30s I put myself first, choose flat leaf parsley and feel more sexual than ever
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Which leaves should be tasted and which leaves should be left alone.
Taste this leaf:
Thyme leaf
Bayberry leaf
Baobab leaf
Bearberry leaf
Neem leaf
Ashoka leaf
Saw palmetto leaf
Patchouli leaf
Annatto leaf
Oregano leaf
Coconut palm leaf
Kaffir lime leaf
Plum leaf
Anise leaf
Soursop leaf
Cranberry leaf
Damiana leaf
Indigo leaf
Wild lettuce leaf
Turmeric leaf
Comfrey leaf
Bamboo palm leaf
Indian gooseberry leaf
Cilantro coriander leaf
Black walnut leaf
Black currant leaf
Holy basil leaf
Curry tree leaf
Sassafras leaf
Green tea leaf
Lime leaf
Gardenia leaf
Cotton leaf
Licorice leaf
Watercress leaf
Horsetail leaf
Raspberry leaf
Fern leaf
Stevia leaf
Lavender leaf
Tamarind leaf
Elephant ear leaf
Chamomile leaf
Aloe vera leaf
Coriander leaf
Carob leaf
Kigelia leaf
Pomegranate leaf
Burdock leaf
Lemon balm leaf
Coral tree leaf
Eyebright leaf
Nettle leaf
Papaya leaf
Five-finger leaf
Eucalyptus globulus leaf
Eucalyptus citriodora leaf
Banana leaf
Avocado leaf
Indian long pepper leaf
Catnip leaf
Cilantro leaf
Cherry leaf
Watermelon leaf
Epazote leaf
Ground ivy leaf
Papyrus leaf
Bougainvillea leaf
Henna leaf
Hemp leaf
Grape leaf
Uva Ursi leaf
Cubeb pepper leaf
Bell pepper leaf
Zucchini leaf
Daylily leaf
Galangal leaf
Almond leaf
Bee balm leaf
Mustard leaf
Bergamot leaf
Coleus leaf
Camellia leaf
Ivy leaf
Graviola leaf
Rose leaf
Clove leaf
Gotu kola leaf
Kalmegh leaf
Kiwi leaf
Corn leaf
Kudzu leaf
Blackberry leaf
Sugarcane leaf
Wheatgrass leaf
Kratom leaf
Khat leaf
Bay leaf
Yarrow leaf
Butterfly pea leaf
Bael leaf
Sycamore leaf
Jasmine sambac leaf
Lemon thyme leaf
Cacao leaf
Fenugreek leaf
Rice paper plant leaf
Astragalus leaf
Yellow dock leaf
Chia leaf
Chive leaf
Bitter melon leaf
Plantain leaf
Yerba mate leaf
Mulberry leaf
Fennel leaf
Honeysuckle leaf
Palm leaf
Elderberry leaf
Bloodroot leaf
Horseradish leaf
Jackfruit leaf
Pineapple sage leaf
Devil's claw leaf
Pomegranate tree leaf
Hops leaf
Durian leaf
Passionflower leaf
Cumin leaf
Italian parsley leaf
Dill leaf
False indigo leaf
Lemon myrtle leaf
Valerian leaf
Jasmine tea leaf
Cowslip leaf
Cinnamon basil leaf
Chickweed leaf
Lemongrass leaf
Ginseng leaf
Hyssop leaf
Teak leaf
Bishop's weed leaf
White sage leaf
Tulsi leaf
Pothos leaf
Betel leaf
Tomato leaf
Coltsfoot leaf
Vetiver leaf
Clary sage leaf
Curry patta leaf
Prickly pear leaf
Moringa leaf
Pandan leaf
Allspice leaf
Gymnema leaf
Cassava leaf
Ajwain leaf
Breadfruit leaf
Calendula officinalis leaf
Dragonfruit leaf
Ylang-ylang leaf
Dong quai leaf
Cascara sagrada leaf
Sage leaf
Feverfew leaf
Cardamom leaf
Black cohosh leaf
Angelica leaf
Basil leaf
Calabash leaf
Guava leaf
Goldenrod leaf
Acacia leaf
Amaryllis leaf
Cinnamon fern leaf
Indian bay leaf
Lingonberry leaf
Ginkgo leaf
Lemon verbena leaf
Buchu leaf
Barbados nut leaf
Rue leaf
Japanese knotweed leaf
Cinnamon leaf
Borage leaf
Cleavers leaf
Carom leaf
Yucca leaf
Arugula leaf
Mango leaf
African violet leaf
Agave leaf
Coffee leaf
Persimmon leaf
Cat's whiskers leaf
Hawthorn leaf
Rosemary leaf
Fo-ti leaf
Red clover leaf
Hibiscus leaf
Blueberry leaf
Jamaican dogwood leaf
Guarana leaf
Kinnikinnick leaf
Kelp leaf
Cress leaf
Spinach leaf
Rubber tree leaf
Chrysanthemum leaf
Fig leaf
Kava leaf
Balloon flower leaf
Spearmint leaf
Elderflower leaf
Citronella leaf
Strawberry leaf
Peppermint leaf
Ashwagandha leaf
Olive leaf
Never taste this leaf:
Curly parsley
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looking at all the plants we got... blueberry, sugar cube melon, ground cherry, cherry tomato, basil, dill, chives, curly parsley, flat leaf parsley, rosemary, lemon thyme, banana mint, peppermint, chocolate mint, spearmint and rainbow chard 🌈🌿🍃🥬🌱🌱
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Gardening 2022, setup
No photos yet because I've literally just planted stuff and they look miserable ~.~
I've given up on the big built-in containers on the balcony because five cats, of which four are diggers. So with the exception of my surviving conifers, they're covered with plastic and wooden pot stands because I admit the boys need their viewing platforms. All actual plants are in pots, which gives me the advantage of being able to bring them inside during summer holidays.
I was also planning to severely limit plants this year because said holidays, but. Um. I may have planted 14 different things today and used up over 20 liters of soil.
Herbs, which are technically useful: two kinds of mint, flat leaf parsley, lemon balm, thyme. I still need curly leaf parsley and basil.
Flowers: box of pansies, one nice pink geranium, mystery osteospermum (no full blooms yet), baby's-breath, and four freaking petunias (of which 3 Sky varietals because I'm weak)
Catmint for the cats. They promptly mowed it to 3cm high, so it's now hanging out of reach to recover.
Onions! No tomatoes this year, but my first try with onions seems to be going well, they sprouted nicely. I eat a lot of green onions and a big bag of bulbs was all of $1 so we'll see how that goes.
No more frosts in the forecast, though we had some last week. I already had most of the herbs in factory pots, they survived well once wrapped in fabric.
We'll see how it goes. Wet cold spring so far.
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October 2022: Friday Turned Out To Be Pretty Good
Today’s backyard garden harvest:
The tiny flowers of our fragrant tea olive have the entire backyard scented up:
The last of the sweet corn for this year is just starting to tassel:
I think these might be Tigerella tomato. I didn’t think any of the seedlings had made it:
We’ve pulled out all the squash plants in the backyard garden except for this lemon squash. It was attacked by squash vine borers then a downy woodpecker peck all the borers out. I thought it would die months ago but it is still producing fruit. We’ll definitely let one fruit go to seed on this trooper for seed collecting:
I’m happy with the repair job that I did on this curbside find planter but I’m even happier that the curly leaf parsley that I planted in it is doing well:
My queen: How much longer on the burgers?
Me: About 3 minutes
My queen: Are mine well done?
Me: Yes
My queen: I ask because my last steak was a little pink inside.
Me <grinning>: You’re a little pink inside & you don’t hear me complaining.
My queen <grinning>: You need to go on.
Anyway, hamburgers for dinner:
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Unlocking the Culinary World for Your Feline Friend: A Comprehensive Guide to Parsley in Their Diet
Introduction: Embarking on a Culinary Adventure with Your Cat
Ever thought about adding a touch of freshness to your cat's diet with herbs? Wondering if parsley is a safe and nutritious choice? Join us on a journey into the world of feline culinary exploration, where we'll discuss the benefits, potential risks, and a vet’s perspective on whether cats can safely indulge in parsley.
Can Cats Eat Parsley? Decoding the Basics
Parsley, the vibrant green herb celebrated for its flavor and nutritional benefits in human cuisine, has piqued the curiosity of cat owners. Is it a safe addition to your feline friend's diet, and what nutritional factors should you consider? Let's unravel the safety, nutritional aspects, and the right way to introduce parsley into your cat's culinary repertoire.
Introduction: Familiarizing Your Cat with Parsley
Found in both curly and flat-leaf varieties, parsley is a fresh green herb packed with essential nutrients like vitamin K, vitamin C, and antioxidants—beneficial for humans. But can our feline companions enjoy parsley as an occasional treat? Delve into the potential benefits and risks associated with introducing this herb into your cat's diet, known for its vibrant color and appealing scent.
Can Cats Eat Parsley? Unveiling the Answers
In moderation, parsley is generally considered safe for most cats. Laden with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it can contribute to skin health, immunity, and digestion. However, it's crucial to be aware of potential digestion challenges and the presence of toxic furanocoumarins in excessive amounts, demanding careful consideration.
Is Parsley Safe for Cats? Navigating the Landscape
While cats might relish chewing on greens like parsley, overindulgence in plant matter can lead to gastrointestinal upset. Parsley contains furanocoumarins, potentially toxic in large doses, and oxalates that might contribute to kidney stones if consumed excessively. Monitoring intake and avoiding overfeeding are paramount.
Benefits of Parsley for Cats: A Nutritional Boost
Feeding parsley occasionally and in moderation can provide cats with vital nutrients, including vitamin K for blood clotting, vitamin C for immune function, antioxidants for cellular damage defense, and fiber for digestive regularity. Despite these benefits, parsley should be viewed as a supplementary treat, with the core of a cat’s nutrition sourced from quality animal-based proteins.
How Much Parsley Can Cats Eat? Establishing Guidelines
As obligate carnivores, cats have minimal need for vegetable matter. While there's no set parsley serving recommendation, starting with 1-2 fresh leaves and limiting chopped parsley to about 1 tablespoon can serve as a general guideline. Avoid daily or excessive consumption and closely observe your cat’s response, discontinuing use if any signs of gastrointestinal upset arise.
How to Safely Feed Parsley to Cats: Practical Tips
For a safe parsley experience, opt for fresh over dried, rinse thoroughly, and chop finely to release flavors. Mix a small pinch into your cat’s wet food and start with a leaf or two to gauge their reaction. Gradually increase if there's no digestive upset, always respecting your cat's unique response. Cats may not be keen on parsley, and force-feeding is never advisable.
Alternatives and Supplements: Exploring Other Options
If your cat isn't enamored with parsley, consider alternatives like catnip, catgrass, spinach, arugula, or chard in moderation. Quality cat food brands with minimal processing, grain-free recipes, high meat content, and probiotics can also contribute to a well-balanced diet.
Conclusion: Parsley and Your Cherished Cat
In conclusion, occasional parsley treats are unlikely to harm cats in small amounts. However, moderation is key, recognizing that cats are obligate carnivores not naturally inclined to consume greens regularly. Always consult your veterinarian before introducing dietary changes to ensure the well-being of your beloved feline companion.
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Greens are: Cavolo Nero kale, curly-leafed parsley and cucumber. I found the leaves in the reduced section.
Dressing is made from apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, wholegrain mustard, honey and soy sauce.
The taste was very peppery and refreshing overall, with some sharpness from the dressing. Very light and would make for the basis of a more-filling salad.
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Recipe for Vegan Mushroom Salad
This recipe for marinated mushrooms in a lemony garlic sauce is a delightfully tangy summer treat that is also vegan. 8 cloves garlic chopped, 1/4 cup salt, 2 tablespoons ground black pepper, 5 pounds whole fresh mushrooms thinly sliced, 2 bunches curly-leaf parsley roughly chopped, 2 cups vegetable oil or more to taste, 1 cup lemon juice or more to taste
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I was planning on doing some work in the Garden yesterday after my Luncheon with the Iris Club. But I was so upset afterwards I just didn't / couldn't. Then it rained last night, so I figured I really should do it today before the growth gets any more out of control than it already is. And boy did I get a lot cut back.
⭲ Austrian Sage 🌿 Garden Sage 🌿 Black Sage 🌿 Pineapple Sage 🌿 Lemon Balm 🌿 Lime Balm 🌿 Temperate Tulsi 🌿 French Marigold 🌿 Tarragon 🌿 Hardy Marjoram / Oregano 🌿 Lemon Thyme 🌿 German Thyme 🌿 White Horehound 🌿 Black Horehound 🌿 Curly-Leaf Parsley 🌿 Valerian 🌿 Common Mugwort
After I got done processing it all (had some difficulty with that because I do not have enough plates to put it all on, ha) I went and took a long soak with some of my salts; my hips have been killing me from all the walking yesterday, already, and processing didn't help anything one bit. And since my Ketorolac was wearing off about the time I was done processing the cutback, it was a good time for it.
No idea what I'm going to make for dinner tonight, but I have a bunch of Eggplant that desperately needs to be used up. I didn't pull out the Hamburger meat for the Quick Moussaka, though, and now it's too late for it. Sooo ... Hmm.
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ordered the herbs (curly and flat leaf parsley, oregano, garlic chives, French and English thyme, peppermint and spearmint, common and berggarten sage, and arp + hill hardy rosemary. Have the 2 scavenged ones but not sure which variety they are) and next finalizing the purchase of a plant lamp that I can use for sewing too
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