We grow our own cabbage here at the cottage, so we have special recipes that we make at certain times of the year. One of our favorite cabbage recipes for this time of the year is our Stuffed Cabbage Stew.There are many recipes for cabbage soups but this recipe is much thicker and it also has a very special flavor. Our family always looks forward to this special stew and we serve it with my Grandmothers Irish Soda Bread.

One of our families favorite bowl of beans is Cajun Red Beans and Rice. This is a full meal in a bowl just packed with great flavor. I have been making this recipe for many years and it was printed first in my cookbook, Miz Helen's Kitchen Table, the cookbook is out of print now so I will share the recipe with you here. One thing I really love about this recipe is the slow cooker, and the delicious flavors at the end of the day.

When my kitchen counter begins to fill with fresh garden vegetables, I begin to search for just the right recipe to use for the wonderful fresh vegetables. Today I am making a fantastic Gazpacho, a cold spicy soup with a different combination of cucumbers, peppers and strawberries which blends a flavor that is fresh and delicious. I am serving this Gazpacho for a small luncheon today, but it could be served for a larger event or a family supper with a nice hot bread. We love this soup and sure hope you enjoy it!