Extend Your Vegetable Garden Harvest With This Essential Tip
The approaching end of growing season doesn't have to mean your garden is totally closed, as it's possible to extend vegetable harvests with this key tip.
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Boomers May Remember This Old-School Betty Crocker Casserole With An Unusual Topping
Betty Crocker once put out a pre-filled recipe box of now-vintage dishes. This casserole from that group may sound strange at first, but it's worth considering.
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Here's What Costco Does With All Of Its Unsold Kitchen Items
Costco sells kitchen appliances alongside food, but what happens when those appliances are returned or don't sell? They may get a chance at a second life.
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The Best Time To Harvest Summer Squash So It's Perfectly Ripe
Summer squash can be abundant in your garden, but knowing the right time to harvest it is key to actually enjoying this plant. It may be earlier than you think.
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The Food In This Spanish Region Helps Make It A Hub Of Healthy Living
This region of Spain is known for quality of life and healthy living, helped along by its history of delicious cuisine and fresh, local ingredients.
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Can You Really Use A Grocery Store Cucumber To Grow More Plants?
Is it really possible to take a simple grocery store cucumber and use it to grow more cukes in your own garden? The answer gets a bit complicated.
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The Average Lifespan Of An Electric Smoker
Got an electric smoker on your back patio or eyeing a new one to purchase? Here's how long you can expect it to last, and the best ways to extend that lifespan.
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How The Iconic 'Mortgage Lifter' Tomato Got Its Name, And How To Grow It Yourself
These massive, tasty beefsteak tomatoes have a delightful backstory, and are relatively easy to grow at home as long as you have adequate space.
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9 Garden Hygiene Mistakes That Are Killing Your Vegetables
While you're out there happily puttering about in the garden, don't forget to maintain good hygiene practices. Doing so can save vegetables from a grim fate.
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What's The Typical Lifespan Of A Good Set Of Steak Knives?
Steak knives can last you quite a while, though that will depend on knife quality and how you take care of them, from use to washing, to storage.
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Why Restaurant Burgers Are Always So Much Better Than Yours
Restaurant burger often seem to get the jump on homemade. We asked a professional chef why this happens and how to best replicate restaurant burgers at home.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of A Blender?
Before you spend hundreds of dollars on a fancy blender, it's worth looking into how long the average lifespan of the gadget is, and if the splurge is worth it.
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Not Butter Or Mayo: Use This Oil For A Grilled Cheese With 10x The Flavor
For a grilled cheese with serious flavor, don't forget to think about the oil you use on the bread. And, no, the pick isn't butter or mayonnaise.
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5 Foods With More Omega-3 Than Salmon
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that we all need. Although salmon provides a pretty good amount, you may be surprised to learn there are better sources.
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Here's How Long Cooked Oatmeal Is Safe To Eat
If you like to make big batches of hot oatmeal or even overnight oats, it's important to know how to safely store it, and for how long to keep it.
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What's The Difference Between Regular Betty Crocker Cake Mix And The 'Super Moist' Options?
Look closely, and you'll see Betty Crocker cake mix with "Super Moist" in the title. But what does that really mean when compared to the regular mix?
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This Tomato Planting Technique Can Actually Be A Mistake For Home Gardeners
This common bit of tomato planting advice may sound good, but some have argued that it actually could be a waste of time for home gardeners.
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The Cereal That Packs In The Most Protein Per Cup, Hands Down
If you think your breakfast could use some more protein, then this particular cereal may have the most per serving of all cereals. You'll just have to find it.
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You Can Plant And Harvest This Delicious Vegetable In As Little As A Month
For a truly quick turnaround from seed to harvest, plant this vegetable. With the right variety and care, it can be ready in just over a month.
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The Legendary Tomato 'Tree' At Disney World That Broke A World Record
When planning a trip to Disney World, checking out agriculture may not have been at the top of your list. This tomato tree will change that.
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Why So Many Boomer-Era Recipes Call For Boiling Your Food
Boomer-era recipes and cooking habits are notorious for boiling food. Where did this tendency come from and why can we safely skip the boiling nowadays?
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Americans Eat An Astonishing Amount Of Tomatoes Per Year
With tomatoes taking second place for the most-consumed vegetable in the US, you might be surprised at just how many are consumed each year.
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The Boomer Meat-Cooking Habit That's Better Left In The Past
As a generation, boomers have often been accused of overcooking meat. Where does this stereotype come from, and is there any truth to its claims?
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11 Easy Ways To Use Up Excess Homegrown Tomatoes
A successful garden could mean you end up with a lot of tomatoes this year. Plan ahead with these easy ways to use up all that extra produce.
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What To Do If Your Tomato Plants Have Splotchy Leaves
If your carefully-tended tomato plants start sporting splotchy leaves, don't panic. The causes are varied, but all have relatively straightforward solutions.
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Boomers Might Remember These 2-Ingredient Betty Crocker Noodles
These easy-to-make noodles, an old-school boomer fave, come together thanks to a key ingredient that has links to the famous Betty Crocker cooking brand.
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The Powerhouse Condiment That Used To Be Considered Medicine
This condiment is now a favorite for cookouts and other meals, but it has an unexpectedly wild history that once saw people thinking of it as medicine.
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