Cozy Cheeseburger Chowder
I know one of the joys of summer is standing around a hot grill loaded with burgers and hot dogs. You can smell it all over the neighborhood, and on …
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Hearty Corn Chowder
Have you ever noticed how some of the scariest horror movies happen in corn fields? Just think about it: Children of the Corn, Signs, Husk, Night of the Scarecrow, The …
Planting Winter Squash in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Winter squash need lots of sunshine in order to thrive—at least six hours of sunshine a day. They’ll tolerate partial shade, but that could reduce the size of the roots. …
What is Crop Rotation: Advantages and Specifics
What is crop rotation to the home gardener? Like you, I usually think of crop rotation in terms of bigger commercial farms, or even large home gardens. If you have …
Chicken and Corn Chowder
As the temperatures drop and we seek comfort in our kitchens, there's nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Chicken and Corn Chowder to warm both body and soul. This …
Dealing with Beet Diseases
Like all food crops, beets are susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your best weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place. …
Chocolate Kiss Surprise Powder Puff Cookies
There’s not always time to prepare a fancy dish for dessert. When you’ve got a roast in the slow cooker and mashed potatoes on the stovetop and the phone’s ringing …
Cheesy Italian Sausage Chowder
There's nothing like a bowl of hearty chowder to help warm you up on those winter evenings when the cold wind is blowing outside and the air is just starting …
Dockside Clam Chowder
When you think seafood, you have to think of Maine, there is no better-tasting seafood anywhere. For clams specifically, I think of the wharf in Biddeford Pool and their large …
Garden Vegetable Plants That Double as Indoor Bouquets
Garden vegetable plants have a secret double life that no one is talking about. Sure, homegrown veggies taste delicious in a yummy seasonal recipe. And yes, it feels good to …
