Dog Days of Summer

This seems so early for the Dog Days of Summer, believe we usually have to wait until August.  The good part about all this warmth is the tomatoes are thriving as is the okra and peppers.  They all seem to love the heat.  Unfortunately the crops that love water and a little cooler have died out.  I really can't complain about the garden as we have had a great crop of potatoes, cabbage, beans, squash and cucumbers but boy the late frost didn't provide us with much fruit.  We lost the plums and half the cherries, however, the grapes and apples look good.  I guess every gardener is at the mercy of mother nature.  Hoping the Fall temperatures will be more per usual and the late garden we will plant can thrive.  Hope your gardens are providing ample vegetables for you to enjoy. 

Here is a recipe to try, it is an oldie. 
Baked Dried Corn            serves 8
1 cup dried corn                                3 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt                               2 tablespoon sugar
2 eggs, beaten                                     2 tablespoon butter

Grind corn in food grinder or blender.  Combine with milk and allow to stand
1/2 hour or more.  Add salt, sugar, and eggs.  Mix well.
Pour into a buttered 1 quart casserole dish.  Dot with butter.  Bake at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes.