Farmers Markets Stamps Worth Buying

A nice complement to their vintage seed packet stamps released in 2013, the U.S. Postal Service has released the Farmers Markets stamps in recognition of the markets resurgence in this country. These stamps immediately caught my eye so I did not hesitate to purchase a sheet last week.  And yes, I do still send cards and letters through the mail.  For a narrative and pictures on the stamps' design go to http://uspsstamps.com/stories/growing-season. 

  And, here is a simple salad recipe for using the best of summer's produce.

Panzanella 

Ingredients:
4 cups crusty bread cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes or cherry halved
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1 cup diced sweet pepper (red, green, yellow or orange)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
vinaigrette dressing
Heat olive then add bread and stir until toasted. In a large bowl mix remaining ingredients.  Add toasted bread and toss with vinaigrette. Serve immediately.