10 Deer-Resistant Vegetables and Herbs
When I think of deer-resistant vegetables, it’s usually a cartoon that comes to mind. I can picture little veggies with shields and swords trying to ward off a herd of …
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15 Long Lasting Root Cellar Vegetables and Fruits
There's a true joy in going to the garden and picking some ripe eggplant, tomatoes, and herbs for a late summer dinner. I love walking friends through my garden in …
How to Store Leafy Greens and Other Produce Without Plastic
Question: What’s worse than wilted, mushy, refrigerator lettuce stored in single-use plastic? Answer: Nothing. Over the last few years, I’ve been slowly swapping out my single-use food storage items for …
Banana Peppers: A Love Story Between a Gardener, a Sandwich, and a Surprisingly Prolific Plant
A long time ago—back when Subway sandwich shops seemed like the height of lunch sophistication—I discovered banana peppers.
At the time, my routine was simple: walk to the neighborhood Subway for …
7 Best Potato Storage Bin Containers That Extend Shelf Life
If there's one thing we know about potatoes, it's that they need to be kept cold, humid, and dark to survive a long winter. Otherwise, they're likely to turn green …
Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups
This twist on a lasagna dish is fun to make and easy to serve as each roll-up is the perfect portion size for individual servings. Take the guesswork out of …
Coq au Vin for Two
Coq au Vin, a French classic, is the ultimate comfort food with a hint of elegance. Traditionally made with chicken braised in red wine, it is the perfect dish to …
Danube Delight – Catfish Paprikash
As Budapest's lights shimmered in the distance, we savored catfish paprikash—tender fillets in a rich paprika broth, served with buttery dumplings. It was one of those dishes that makes you …
Quiche Lorraine Appetizers
There's something undeniably satisfying about a perfect quiche – that silky, custard-like filling nestled in buttery pastry, with just the right balance of cream, eggs, and cheese. When I discovered …
Julia Child’s Ratatouille
Late summer in my garden is pure magic -- that golden time when the eggplants hang heavy and glossy, the zucchini seems to multiply overnight, and my tomato vines are …
