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Top 10 Greens to Grow

By Annie

freshly picked baby beet green leaves

These top 10 greens to grow in the garden will ensure you've got lots for smoothies, salads and side dishes! Cool-weather leafy vegetables are perfect to add to your early spring and fall planting list. This list of leafy greens is not only full of nutrients, but will be a great addition to your garden.  Whether you are looking to grow … [Read more...]

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How to Grow Brussel Sprouts

By Annie

Here's how to grow Brussel Sprouts in your vegetable garden! Brussels sprouts may be small, but they are a delicious vegetable that is very rewarding to grow in your garden. They are members of the cabbage family and are a cool-weather crop. If you want to have success growing brussels sprout plants, read this post for tips and guidance on how to get started!  They … [Read more...]

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Reuse Canning Jars – 10 Useful Ways to Upcycle

By Annie

coffee beans stored in canning jars

Great ways to reuse canning jars around the kitchen! Got lots of extra mason jars on hand? They can be used for many other purposes besides holding home preserved food! For years, we have added a box of quart jars to our cold room when they are on sale, when we find them for a very good deal. Over the years, we have a surplus and we manage to find ourselves all kinds of different ways to … [Read more...]

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Chive Oil Recipe – Infused Oil Recipes

By Annie

Chive oil sits in small jar on wood table with fresh chives in background.

This  easy chive oil recipe is a delicious small batch herb infused oil recipe, great for using in vinaigrettes and marinades. Elevate your dishes with this chive oil. Chives are often used as a garnish for a dish. Whether you harvested some chives from your garden or picked them up from the store, learn how to make chive oil at home.  Then, drizzle some on salads, pizza, grilled … [Read more...]

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Stuffed Pork Chops with Apples

By Annie

Stuffed pork chops and apple pie filling on a blue pate.

Sweet and savory collide in this easy stuffed pork chops recipe.  I am a sucker for a stuffed pork chop, and this recipe is a pure treat. You will get to indulge in a pork chop stuffed with cornbread stuffing and a sweet apple pie filling.  Oven-baked pork chops that are full of comforting flavors that will be family-approved. If you are wanting to try out a new way to cook pork, … [Read more...]

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How to Make Dehydrated Apples

By Annie

Dehydrated apples sit on a wood tray with whole apples and lavender behind.

The perfect fall snack, these Dehydrated Apples are easy to make at home and result in healthy chips with the perfect snap. Eat them plain or add cinnamon and sugar to turn them into a sweet treat! Why You'll Love Dehydrated Apple Chips Easy to make: With a mostly hands-off process, these apple chips dehydrate on their own over several hours and require very little prep! Good for … [Read more...]

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Jalapeño Plum Jelly Recipe

By Annie

Jalapeno Plum Jelly in mason jars on a table with peppers and plums.

 This Jalapeño Plum jelly is spicy and delicious! You will love this Jalapeño Plum Jelly! It's great on crackers, over top of baked potatoes, spread on a chicken sandwich or on a piece of toast. Spicy with heat, I love making this delicious pepper jelly with our homegrown peppers in late summer. Why You'll Love This Hot Pepper Plum Jelly This delicious homemade jelly recipe is a … [Read more...]

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Meltaway Cookies with Lemon Zest

By Annie

These incredible Lemon Meltaway Cookies are as indulgent as they are light! With real lemon zest and a homemade lemony glaze, these delicious cookies melt in your mouth and are infused with the sweet and tangy taste of summer! Sweet, delicate, and infused with a perfect lemony flavor, these meltaway cookies are so easy to make and turn out perfect every time! Fans of lemon and citrus flavors … [Read more...]

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Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Recipe

By Annie

This Garlic Parmesan Asparagus is a delicious and healthy veggie side that's perfect to pair with all of your favorite spring and summer meals! With melty cheese and savory garlic, this side dish is the perfect companion to all of the main courses you already love. It only requires 4 ingredients and can easily be roasted in the oven for a quick side dish that's sure to satisfy! This … [Read more...]

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