December 28, 2008
The flambé technique is often employed tableside at expensive restaurants for a dramatic touch. As extravagant as flambé dishes appear, they are easy enough to make at home and far...
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Black-eyed peas are a must on the menu for New Year's Day in the Southern areas of the United States. The legumes resemble little coins and consuming them is said...
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It was a slow week for crafty blogs, but that is to be expended with the holidays! If you have a few moment to sit and relax, check out these...
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December 27, 2008
Richard, a retired NYC Firefighter living in Staten Island, read my piece on making gourd bird houses. Last spring Richard had been given a few bird house gourd plants...
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It may seem like a strange combination, but this is so good! The chicken, sausage, and olives are further enhanced with garlic, sweet bell peppers, sweet onion, mushrooms, and the...
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Baby, it's cold outside, so step inside and enjoy some warming, soothing Mushroom Barley Soup to melt away the winter blahs. For a completely vegetarian soup, use vegetable broth instead...
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I usually don't share holiday craft projects once the holiday has passed, but to share this week's spotlight crafts I need to do just that! If you missed any...
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December 26, 2008
They've been talking about winter interest in the garden for years. Unless you live in Zones 7 or higher, you might not have appreciated what the fuss was about....
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After Christmas, or any occasion, what do you do with all the beautiful greeting cards you receive? Do you pack them away? Do you throw them away? Forget
those ideas...
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December 25, 2008
Whenever I read that a plant dies after flowering, I have to wonder why people grow it. Its such a bittersweet accomplishment. Some of the bromeliads are...
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