Adam Frost Grows and Cooks: Tomatoes, Chillies & Cucumbers
Jan 11, 2024
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Learn how to grow and cook tomatoes in this episode, including tips on enhancing tomato flavors, caring for tomato plants, and making a delicious tomato galette. The hosts also explore the connection between gardening and cooking and share a recipe for a tasty tart.
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The podcast emphasizes the importance of growing tomatoes in warm and sunny spots, providing tips for successful cultivation such as starting plants from seeds or buying established plants.
Adam Frost and Cassie Best discuss the enjoyment of growing other vegetables and herbs alongside tomatoes, such as cucumbers and chilies, highlighting the similar conditions required and the flavors they bring to meals.
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Adam Frost and Cassie Best Discuss Growing and Cooking with Tomatoes
Adam Frost and Cassie Best explore the joys of growing and cooking with tomatoes. They emphasize the importance of growing tomatoes in warm, sunny spots and provide tips for successful tomato cultivation, such as starting plants from seeds or buying established plants. They also discuss the versatility of tomatoes in various dishes, from simple salads to tarts and chutneys.
Tomato Varieties and Tips for Successful Tomato Growing
Adam Frost and Cassie Best discuss different tomato varieties, including heirlooms and colored varieties. They share tips for successful tomato growing, such as regular watering and feeding, and the importance of a warm, bright location. They also highlight the flavors and uses of different tomato varieties, from garnishing salads to making homemade ketchup and chutneys.
The Pleasures of Growing Other Vegetables and Herbs
Adam Frost and Cassie Best touch on the enjoyment of growing other vegetables and herbs alongside tomatoes, such as cucumbers and chilies. They discuss the similar conditions required for these plants and the addition of flavors they bring to meals. They mention the fun of experimenting with different varieties and shapes, and the satisfaction of growing one's own produce.