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Easy Spinach Pie: Layers of Cheesy, Flaky Goodness!
One chilly weekend, with a surplus of fresh spinach in my fridge and a packet of phyllo dough begging to be used, I decided it was time to try my …
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6 Easy Recipes for a Healthy Potluck Dish Straight From Your Garden
Check out a few garden-inspired potluck dishes that people love to serve. These recipes will surely make everyone ask for seconds.
1. Summer Squash Casserole
Comfort food is a staple item at …
Salmon Serendipity: A Smoky Dublin Adventure
As my wife Gail and I embarked on our culinary escapade through the bustling streets of Dublin, little did we know that our taste buds would be swept away on …
When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemon Chicken Soup
There’s a funny thing about chicken soup—just when you think you’ve got it figured out, you stumble upon a version that shakes up your expectations. For me, that revelation came …
What to Plant in February in Zones 9-10
While northern gardeners are still shoveling snow, February in zones 9-10 feels like full-on spring, with daytime temperatures typically ranging from 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C) and nights generally …
Carrots: The Root of Health
My eldest stepson came into my life like a whirlwind. He was a wild and beautiful child, never still, always dirty, charming and provocative. He regarded me, with just suspicion, …
What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10
Lucky you! While gardeners in other zones are huddled inside with their seed catalogs, January in zones 9-10 feels more like spring in most other places. With daytime temperatures typically …
10 Pest Repelling Plants That Keep Bugs Away Naturally
My first garden was a success...almost. I remember watching the tomato leaves develop little buds that soon turned into tiny little green tomato babies. My zucchini was just starting to …
Nurse Gladys’ Enchanted Winter Garden: A Fairytale Adventure
The light and fluffy snowflakes continued to fall onto the windshield as I pulled into the snow-covered parking lot of the medical center for my shift as the nursing supervisor. …
Growing Edible Flowers and Herbs in Winter
I find that one of the most delightful secrets in gardening is edible flowers. Imagine that this Winter, while everything outside is gray, your windowsill is alive with color—bright marigolds, …
