Brunch for Lunch: Ham and Cheese Potatoes
I stumbled upon this Ham and Cheese Potatoes recipe by accident, really. It was one of those nights when I was staring into the fridge, wondering what to make for …
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Rare Courage
A little boy I once knew was passionately devoted to his toy penguin and could not be parted from it. On a long journey, he was holding the penguin out …
Shepherd’s Pie: A Tale of Layers and Love
Growing up, Shepherd’s Pie was the ultimate comfort food—a dish that united our family around the dinner table with its hearty flavors and creamy mashed potato topping. When we began …
Wok This Way: The Lettuce Stir Fry That’ll Leaf You Wanting More
I never thought I'd be writing about stir-fried lettuce, but here we are. It all started on an evening when I had a heck-ton of lettuce growing in my garden. …
Super Sneaky Veggie-Packed Homemade Chicken Nuggets
What, you ask, brought me to come up with my own homemade chicken nuggets recipe when they're so easily bought and microwaved? Well, let me tell you. One day in …
How to Get More Peas on Your Plant
Last spring, my six-year-old daughter taught me an important lesson about how to get more peas on your plant. She'd been helping me in the garden since she could walk, …
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 …
What to Plant in February in Zones 7-8
February in zones 7-8 brings average temperatures ranging from 25°F to 45°F (-4°C to 7°C), with those teasing warm spells that hint at spring around the corner. While your garden …
The Myth of the Black Thumb
I always love the story of a gardening underdog. Gardening offers a unique opportunity to connect with the natural world and express yourself creatively. I enjoy growing flowers, herbs, fruits, …
4 Need-to-Knows Before Vegetable Garden Planting
When I started gardening, I considered myself a black thumb and didn't think I could be saved. I vividly remember the many potted tomato plants I brought home from the …
