Planting Bell Peppers in the Ground or in Raised Beds
If you live in an area with a long growing season, the easiest way to plant bell peppers is to plant seeds directly in the ground. …
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Creamed Chipped Beef
I have a confession to make. Before I saw this recipe, I hadn't thought about creamed chipped beef in some time. I was curious about what the story was on …
5 Herb Garden Planter Ideas
Fresh herbs are a year-round necessity at my house. I use them to cook just about every dinner of the week. Sure, you can always find fresh herbs at the …
Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice
The first time I tried Avgolemono, I was exploring my local Greektown with my husband, and we stopped in a tiny hole-in-the-wall. No one was there except for us, the …
Types of Cilantro
Growers break cilantro into four categories: leaf, seed (called coriander), Vietnamese, and culantro—which is not actually the same plant. All cilantro plants have both leaves and seeds, but some varieties …
5 Tips for Preserving Parsley and Other Herbs for Cooking
There’s nothing better than fresh parsley from the garden. Not only does it taste exquisite, but it also saves you a pretty penny instead of buying it fresh from the …
Dealing with Dill Pests
Fortunately, not many pests bother dill, and those that do are easily managed. Keeping a close watch on your plants during regular daily inspections will help you spot any pests …
A Small Kitchen Garden Vegetable List
I’ve always felt that one of the joys of a garden is that moment when you walk outside and get some fresh herbs to cook with or when you see …
What is Garden Companion Planting?
There are a lot of ways to grow a successful garden. Companion planting is one of the best “next level” strategies to help with that goal. Companion plants are like …
Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon
Tasty, yes, but salmon is also one of the most nutritious types of fish. Known as a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, salmon has been the stuff …
