A Closer Look at Winter Damage
But first, take a look at this gorgeous rainbow that we had on Friday! The five-day stretch of warm temperatures last week really jump-started the garden. Now that plants are putting out new growth, it is easier to see what kind of damage the winter left. Back in mid-January, we experienced five straight days of below-freezing temperatures. This caused much damage in Portland and areas where frigid winds were a factor. Here, we were fortunate to not get the wind and the cold temperatures were dampened by a blanket of snow. That said, it was a tough time for the garden and there are noticeable casualties but no outright deaths that I have seen. The bottlebrush ( Callistemon 'Woodlander's Red') did not like the cold at all. It was planted six years ago, in the north-facing garden no less, and I've not experienced die-back on it until now. A local expert said to cut it all the way back so that is what I did. If it doesn't make it, I won't be too distraught. It is
Does the recipe end, "Cut into 9 brownies. Oh, who are you kidding? Just eat the whole pan." Those look really good.
ReplyDeleteLKT, that's what I did! :)
ReplyDeletemmmmm...i'm so gonna make these!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try this! Does it fit into my "healthy eating" plan?
ReplyDeleteThese are the standard brownies around here and have been for years. Best when eaten watching "The Philadelphia Story." Milkshakes should be reserved for "Guess Who's Coming To Dinner."
ReplyDeleteI am trying to lose weight, and you are not helping! But, of course, my diet does allow one serving of chocolate per day, otherwise I can't possibly stick to it. These look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love brownies. I'll have to try this recipe. Yummy.
ReplyDeleteI second LKT's comment. :)
ReplyDeleteOK I have to make these. My favorite brownie recipe right now is Molly Wizenberg's. I'll see what I think after I make these.
ReplyDeleteI would feel so fancy and important eating these! looks good!
ReplyDeleteOh my, YUMMY!
ReplyDeleteYummo! I just watched Alton Brown make brownies last night. Reminded me how much I like them. Now you're pushing them. Must get some ...
ReplyDeleteGot to try these!
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