Did you know cauliflower is an underdeveloped flower bud? Cauliflower is a great substitute for high carbohydrates and starchy foods.
Celebrate Dairy Month with Smoothies
June 19, 2024
June is National Dairy Month! As the temperatures rise, it is a great time to cool off with a tasty and nutritious dairy-based smoothie.
How to Label Honey
June 14, 2024
There is nothing like the taste of a sweet spoon of honey. The versatility of honey makes it a very useful item to have around the kitchen, and for that reason, raising honeybees and selling the honey has become increasingly popular.
The Food Factor: Broccoli and Everything Salad
June 11, 2024
Broccoli and Everything Salad can be a side dish or a meal in itself.
Tips for Saving Food and Money
June 10, 2024
I’m sure you’ve heard “food tossed is money lost.” That’s so true, especially given the cost of food right now!
Tree of the Month: Sassafras
June 3, 2024
This tree is quite a unique specimen. Its qualities – name, oil, habitat, and how it reproduces – make sassafras a tree to marvel at.
How to Grow a Cut Flower Garden
May 28, 2024
Do you enjoy having cut flowers around the house? With the right preparation and some gardening labor, you can harvest your own blossoms just outside the back door.
Summer Water Safety Tips
May 24, 2024
With the temperatures rising, many people are heading to the pool, river, or lake to beat the heat. It’s important to keep water safety in mind when out with friends and family.
The Food Factor: Mediterranean Salad
May 21, 2024
This Mediterranean Salad makes a great meal or side dish.
Home Canning Q&A
May 17, 2024
Home canning is an economical way to preserve the bounty of your garden. This Q&A may answer some questions for you, whether you’re new to canning or you’ve been canning for years.
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