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Santa’s Favorite Holiday Gift
The other day, I got a phone call that left me utterly flabbergasted. It began like any other call, with me answering, "Don Nicholas speaking." But then, a voice that ... Read More
How to Grow an Indoor Spice Garden
Herbs and spices. Spices and herbs. Anyone else grow up thinking these two words were interchangeable? ::sheepishly raises hand:: For some of you, I’m about to blow your mind. Herbs ... Read More
5 Fast-Growing Fruit Trees for a Beginner’s Backyard Orchard
Fresh fruit, plucked from a tree, is magical. Picking that sun-ripened, juicy peach right off the branch and biting into the soft, fuzzy fruit is the essence of a hot ... Read More
A Backyard Christmas Tree Farm
I've always wanted to run a Christmas tree farm. Maybe it's because my aunt and uncle owned one of those Christmas tree lots as a kid, and I spent a ... Read More
The Best Organic DIY Insecticide for Indoor and Hydroponic Food Gardens
I love my indoor garden for several reasons, but mostly because I don’t love outdoor garden pests. Well, maybe except for those cute rabbits that I always plant a little ... Read More
From Tree to Table: 5 Easy Apple Recipes You’ll Fall For
Fall is my absolute favorite time of year. There's just something magical about the crisp air, the colorful leaves, and the excuse to wear cozy sweaters 24/7. But the real ... Read More
Upside-Down Maple Apple Cake: A Topsy-Turvy Take on a Classic Favorite
Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Or in this case, give a classic apple dessert a delicious makeover! Our Upside-Down Maple Apple Cake takes everything you ... Read More
Rustic Apple and Cheddar Galette: Where Sweet Meets Savory in Perfect Harmony
This Rustic Apple and Cheddar Galette is a dish that's become a legend in my household (and by legend, I mean my kid actually eats it without complaining - miraculous, ... Read More
Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding: A Wholesome Treat for Any Time of Day
The first time I discovered the benefits of "cooking" with chia seed was when making jams and testing different thickeners. I made the most amazing strawberry chia jam and haven't ... Read More
Cinnamon Apple Overnight Oats: A Breakfast Hug in a Jar
I've always been a sucker for a warm bowl of apple cinnamon oatmeal, but let's be real - who has time to stand over a stove on busy mornings? That's ... Read More
