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Can you modify your own gardening practices to have less impact on the ecosystem? Learn about three techniques you can try.
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Karen Johnson
March 31, 2014
These five tips use safe and natural cleaners and reliable polishes to make your house sparkle this spring!
Maple Sugaring In Western Massachusetts
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March 24, 2014
In chilly, hilly Western Massachusetts, maple syrup making is in full swing! Blogger Kathy Harrison tells how they do it in her small town.
Our American Gardeners Get Going!
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March 7, 2014
Our American Gardeners have their seeds, and are getting started on their gardens. Desert resident Glynis shares her thoughts on the experiment today.
For The Love Of Yogurt…Make Your Own!
Glynis DeYong
March 3, 2014
Just because blogger Glynis lives off-grid doesn’t mean she does without the finer things. See how she makes yogurt, and how yogurt becomes cheesecake!
Lehman’s Has The Heirloom Seeds You Want!
Karen Johnson
February 24, 2014
When you’re starting to plant, you can’t pick anything finer than heirloom seeds–especially certified organic heirloom seeds! Lehman’s has many certified organic heirloom varieties.
High Octane Oatmeal Revs Up Your Whole Day
Glynis DeYong
February 17, 2014
Homesteader/rancher Glynis shares her secret for long-lasting energy on these cold winter days: home-milled oatmeal, with whole food toppings like honey and maple syrup.
Put Some Honey In Your Beat-The-Bug Arsenal
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January 22, 2014
Infused honeys are easy to make, and useful to keep on hand. Tonn’s Pure Honey from Lehman’s is a great base honey to use.
A Garlic Prelude
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June 20, 2011
The tender portion of the garlic scape can be chopped and used like an onion scallion in recipes and it offers a delightful mild garlic flavor. They are excellent in soups, stir-fries, pesto…
Secrets of Soul Satisfying Soup Making
BeeSmith
January 12, 2011
Soup is the great improvisational dish of the kitchen. Think of it as jazz. Make sure to follow Irish country cook Bee Smith’s tips on making fabulous soup.
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