The Red Onion: Zesty Roots, Sweet Layers, and Garden Glory
In our house, red onions weren’t just an ingredient—they were a way of life. My father, a professional chef with an iron stomach and an insatiable palate, had a peculiar …
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Secret Ingredient Meatloaf
There's something undeniably comforting about a slice of homemade meatloaf, especially one with a secret ingredient that elevates it beyond the ordinary. This particular rendition stands out in the crowded …
How to Protect Yourself From Toxic Plants and Eye Irritants Lurking in Your Garden
Learning how to protect your eyes in the garden is essential for anyone who spends time tending to plants, especially when working with species that can cause irritation or injury.
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Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart
Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tart is a delightful and elegant dish that perfectly balances rich, savory flavors with a buttery, flaky crust. This tart is a celebration of earthy mushrooms, …
10 Marigold Companion Plants in a Vegetable Garden
As a kid, my least favorite flower was the marigold. Companion plants, pollinators, and wondering how the heck to keep rabbits out of my garden was still years away. Marigolds, …
From Soup to Salad: Five Easy Kale Recipes to Try
I'm one of those people who genuinely loves kale. For me, I love it raw in a salad with a lemony vinaigrette or chopped up and tucked into a vegetable …
10 Spring Plants to Divide: Essential Guide for Edibles and Ornamentals
Spring is when serious gardeners roll up their sleeves and get to work on division—one of the most practical and rewarding tasks in the garden calendar. This essential maintenance not …
Savor the Harvest with Stuffed Acorn Squash
I always look forward to the end of summer and deep into fall when my winter squash are ready for harvest. Last year my vines outdid themselves, producing a bumper …
Silky Smooth Roasted Eggplant Soup to Warm Your Soul
This Eggplant Soup all started innocently enough. In a fit of quarantine-induced gardening enthusiasm, I decided to plant a few eggplant seedlings. "A few" quickly turned into "way too many" …
Irresistible Layers of Tomato Eggplant Parmesan Casserole
Today, I'm excited to share with you my absolute favorite comfort food recipe: Tomato Eggplant Parmesan Casserole.
Now, I'll be honest - my relationship with eggplant hasn't always been smooth sailing. …
