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Master the Crunch: How to Make Irresistible Carrot Chips
I’ll be the first to admit that snacking is one of my favorite pastimes. There’s something about a good crunch that makes everything better, right? But as much as I’d …
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Rustic Apple and Cheddar Galette: Where Sweet Meets Savory in Perfect Harmony
This Rustic Apple and Cheddar Galette is a dish that's become a legend in my household (and by legend, I mean my kid actually eats it without complaining - miraculous, …
Irish Soda Bread: A Baker’s Bond with the Past
As a boy, I marveled at how quickly my father could whip up a loaf of Irish soda bread. With no yeast to fuss over, this hearty bread seemed like …
Potatoes and Possibilities: From the Emerald Isle to Your Table
When my father and I first started our Family vegetable garden in Sacramento, we planted potatoes almost as an afterthought. …
Homemade Lemon Curd Makes Good Neighbors
I'll admit that homemade lemon curd has never brought a tear to my eye. A pucker to my lips? Absolutely. A smile to my mouth? Certainly! A sigh of ecstasy? …
Orange You Glad You Have Too Many Oranges?
For many years, I've spent months at a time in both Florida and California at different times of the year, and there's no better time, in my opinion, than a …
How to Propagate Rosemary and Other Herbs Indoors
Rosemary is one of my absolute favorite herbs. I use it all the time for cooking and medicinal purposes. Plus, I love how it’s easy to propagate and grow indoors. …
Bond With Your Elderly Loved Ones
There are plenty of activities you can do to strengthen your bond with your aging loved ones. While traditional activities like baking or watching television together are fun, indoor gardening …
The Best Books On Herb Gardening For Modern Gardeners
The world of herb gardening opens up endless possibilities for both culinary creativity and natural wellness. Whether you're dreaming of fresh basil for homemade pesto or hoping to cultivate healing …
Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
Every year after Thanksgiving, as I survey the landscape of leftover turkey in my refrigerator, I'm reminded that sometimes the best recipes come from necessity. This turkey shepherd's pie was …
