How to Grow Herbs in Mason Jars
I love cooking with fresh herbs. There’s nothing like the smell of chopped basil or the aroma of crushed thyme to get me in the zone to cook. That’s easy …
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The Dirt on Covering Your Seeds
I still remember the first time I knelt down to plant a packet of wildflower seeds in my garden. I scattered them like a child tossing confetti, then promptly buried …
Coconut & Basil Sugar Blend
There's something absolutely magical about how the tropical sweetness of coconut plays with the aromatic, slightly peppery notes in basil in this Coconut & Basil Sugar Blend. It's unexpected yet …
Cinnamon-Basil Sugar Rub
Okay, let's talk about the flavor combo that made me question everything I thought I knew about desserts. Cinnamon and basil?! I know, I know - it sounds like one …
Smoked Tomato & Basil Grilling Sauce
There's something about the combination of sweet, ripe tomatoes and smoky flavor that just screams "SUMMER!" louder than my kid jumping into the pool. While traditional tomato sauces are simmered …
Basil-Walnut Pesto for Grilled Vegetables
I have a confession: sometimes I make this Basil-Walnut Pesto just so I can stand in the kitchen inhaling its aroma while eating it directly from the spoon. Is that …
Welcome to the Burger Recipe Collection
Burgers—the sizzling soundtrack of summer—are suddenly strutting back onto center stage, and it’s about time. These five fresh spins prove burger night is anything but predictable when you dress those …
An Herb for Every Palate
When faced with a Summer meal featuring crispy, golden-brown southern fried chicken—seasoned to perfection with a chorus of spices—one might wonder, “What salad could possibly hold its own next to …
Garden-Fresh Cucumber & Tomato Salad
This cucumber and tomato salad is the perfect balance to a rich, crispy fried chicken meal—cool, crisp, and full of fresh flavor. Start with juicy tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumbers, and …
Keyhole Gardens for Beginners
If spring weather has you feeling excited about fresh herbs and produce from your backyard, you might want to try keyhole gardening. Even aspiring green thumbs can easily master this …
