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April 29, 2019
Recipes soups & stews

Best Carrot Apple Ginger Soup

Carrot Apple Ginger Soup

My Carrot Apple Ginger Soup is, hands down, the best Carrot Apple Ginger Soup I have ever tasted.  Without a doubt, add this one to your recipe box! This soup is a great crowd pleaser.This smooth soup is another glorious opportunity to use your delectable carrots. The sweetness of the carrots and apple is memorable. The ginger adds a slightly spicy flavor, so you will find the combination of sweetness with a hint of spiciness to create a superb taste! The vivid bright color of the orange  ... continue reading...


June 25, 2018
Gardening Seeds

Grow Your Own Plants From Seeds

growing vegetables from seeds

Seeds Resources Check out these seeds resources. Here is a list of seed catalogs that have excellent varieties of plants to grow.  If you decide to save your own seeds, you will end up with a terrific start for your own collection.Fedco Seeds Southern Exposure Seed Exchange Turtle Tree Seeds Johnny's Seeds Baker Creek SeedsI recommended this book as a resource for saving and growing from seed is:SEED TO SEED: Seed Saving and Growing Techniques for Vegetable Gardeners by ... continue reading...


June 25, 2018
Composting

Composting Resources

compost for seed planting

Composting Resources Here are some excellent articles about the importance of composting.  In addition, you will  learn how to you can make your own compost.  This includes practical information of what to put in your compost heap. The balance of nitrogen and carbon is crucial to creating the rich humus that will keep your garden healthy and happy.  Composting in the Back Yard or on a Small FarmWasatch Community Gardens: Composting Basics ... continue reading...


April 29, 2019
Canning preserves & jams Recipes

Peach Vanilla Bean Preserves

20 Plus Jars of Peach Vanilla Bean Preserves Stacked

Mouthwatering peaches with the smooth taste of vanilla-truly delicious! You can't go wrong with this tried and tested seasonal recipe, Peach Vanilla Bean Preserves.  In my opinion, this is home cooking and canning at its BEST!  It is hard to beat juicy fresh peaches in mid-summer! My family and I eat them straight off the tree by the dozens, but of course,  preserving peaches is a must.  Our recipe for Peach Vanilla Bean Preserves extends our love for peaches all year long. We use a ... continue reading...


August 24, 2019
Canning canning Recipes sauces, condiments & salsas

Homemade Harvest Vodka Pasta Sauce

vodka pasta sauce in jar

Did someone say Vodka Pasta Sauce?  My recipe for this phenomenal sauce  answers what to do with overflowing baskets of harvested homegrown juicy tomatoes .  So skip the store bought sauces and go for the fresh taste of in-season tomatoes.  Turn those red ripe beauties into a scrumptious sauce over your favorite pasta.  Feed my family penne or rigatoni smothered with vodka sauce and you will see the fastest fork to mouth contest ever!While other pasta sauces have a lot to offer,  this ... continue reading...


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