Feb 8, 2012
Feb 7, 2012
Pickling
I don't know if it's coincides with living in the South but I am in love with pickling veggies! It all started with a great jar of spicy pickled green beans I bought at my local fancy grocery store. At $8 a jar, I decided to try my hand at making my own for a fraction of the price.
I did a quick search and decided to combine recipes to make the pickled beans how I wanted them to taste: tart and spicy. If you don't care for green beans, feel free to use any combination of crunchy vegetable like carrots, cauliflower, radishes, etc.
Refrigerator Pickled Beans
1.5 cup water
1.5 cup vinegar
1 lb fresh green beans
3-4 cloves of garlic
sprigs of fresh dill
sprigs of fresh rosemary (or whatever fresh herb or mix of herbs you'd prefer)
2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 jalapeno, sliced in half
1) Add the water and vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2) While your waiting for the water & vinegar to boil, rinse and cut off the ends of the string beans.
3) Place the beans, spices/herbs & jalapeno into a large mason jar making sure nothing sticks out.
4) Pour the water/vinegar mixture over the beans and allow to cool to room temperature.
5) Screw the lid on and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
6) Enjoy!
**Since these vegetables aren't canned in the traditional way they will keep for a much shorter period (no more than a week or two), but I never have a problem finishing them off!
I did a quick search and decided to combine recipes to make the pickled beans how I wanted them to taste: tart and spicy. If you don't care for green beans, feel free to use any combination of crunchy vegetable like carrots, cauliflower, radishes, etc.
Refrigerator Pickled Beans
1.5 cup water
1.5 cup vinegar
1 lb fresh green beans
3-4 cloves of garlic
sprigs of fresh dill
sprigs of fresh rosemary (or whatever fresh herb or mix of herbs you'd prefer)
2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 jalapeno, sliced in half
1) Add the water and vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2) While your waiting for the water & vinegar to boil, rinse and cut off the ends of the string beans.
3) Place the beans, spices/herbs & jalapeno into a large mason jar making sure nothing sticks out.
4) Pour the water/vinegar mixture over the beans and allow to cool to room temperature.
5) Screw the lid on and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
6) Enjoy!
**Since these vegetables aren't canned in the traditional way they will keep for a much shorter period (no more than a week or two), but I never have a problem finishing them off!
Feb 5, 2012
Shopping in Athens
Last weekend, my fiance and I drove to Athens to go secondhand shopping and see our favorite band, Future Islands. I absolutely love downtown Athens and always leave with a few vintage purchases. I highly recommend checking out Agora located at 260 W. Clayton St.
Agora houses 50 vintage vendors with a mix of clothes, jewelry, luggage, LPs and more. The owner even employees an on-site seamstress so you can have your clothing tailored on the spot! How awesome is that?
Here are the two dresses I purchased, both under $30. I wanted to snatch up a couple more but I was trying to be good.
Agora houses 50 vintage vendors with a mix of clothes, jewelry, luggage, LPs and more. The owner even employees an on-site seamstress so you can have your clothing tailored on the spot! How awesome is that?
Here are the two dresses I purchased, both under $30. I wanted to snatch up a couple more but I was trying to be good.
I don't even think I need to wait until spring to wear them. It's a sunny 70 degrees here in Atlanta! I'm sitting on my patio while I type this post trying to enjoy the last bit of sunlight.
Feb 1, 2012
What's a Double R?
Greetings!
After starting my Etsy shop last year I've decided to branch out and create a blog as well.
After starting my Etsy shop last year I've decided to branch out and create a blog as well.
The name Double R is taken from the diner in one of my favorite television shows, Twin Peaks. Mixing just the right about kitsch and small town charm, the Double R was where the locals and out-of-towners gathered to rehash the latest gossip.
In this vein, I'd like to see people far and wide enjoy what I share, whether it's an exciting vintage find, a new album or an inspiring DIY project. I'm hoping to have my crafty friends join in on the fun. Thanks for reading!
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