Ok, I admit, I've been getting neglectful. This is at least in part because the tomatoes aren't really doing much these days. Just sitting on their heat mats, growing, waiting for the weather to be warm enough to go live outside. I've been doing some yard work, making room for the tomatoes, and wondering where on earth I'm going to find enough pots and enough dirt for them all. Luckily, I've had lots of offers of homes for any extras.

Last weekend I planted peas out in one of the garden beds, Improved Laxton's Progress shelling peas, and Cascade snap peas, and found the first sprout yesterday. That was kind of exciting, since I love peas. I've found a recipe I'd like to try when the peas and potatoes are ready:

New Potatoes and Peas

4 big new potatoes, quartered, or lots of baby ones

a cup or 2 fresh peas

bit of basil, chopped

pepper

salt

2 tbsp butter

2 heaped tbsp sour cream

fresh parsley, chopped

Boil potatoes til almost cooked, add peas and basil. Cook til peas are done. Drain. Add remaining ingredients and heat slightly. Top with parsley.

I've been looking at recipes for tomato wine online, but the reviews I've found don't exactly inspire me to want to try it. I might if I end up with way too many tomatoes, but I think I'd be more likely to dry them. Anyhow, I'm off now to go check on the tomatoes. I will keep you updated on their progress.