When we arrived for our hike, I realized we should have brought snow shoes. The forest was still deep in snow. The gardens wouldn't be showing off for awhile yet. In a couple more weeks, when you're ready for a picnic, consider this place. For more information, visit the Web site at ww.thefells.org, or call 763-4789.
Spring is also time for the sweet Vidalia onion, and carmelized Vidalia onions are a real treat.
Peel the onions, cut in half and then in thin slices. Place in the Crock Pot with the butter and cook on low for 12 to 16 hours. The results were great for a French onion soup, but I found the onions mushy. Here's my tried and true caramelizing method. These onions are great over a burger, in scrambled eggs or tossed with some goat cheese over pasta.