This cozy barley recipe is one of those simple dishes you’ll keep coming back to. Barley, carrots, broth, and warm curry spices all go right into a crockpot in about 15 minutes and then slowly cooks into a hearty, flavorful dish all on it’s own. By dinnertime you have a warm, fiber rich nourishing side...

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A list of the truly easiest vegetables to grow for reliable, low maintenance production whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener. You’ll also find a few vegetables that tend to be more trouble than they’re worth, and avoiding them may save you time, space, and frustration. I’ve learned through trial and error that choosing wisely...

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Roasted green beans are the kind of side dish you can rely on anytime, even straight from the freezer. This simple recipe works with fresh or frozen beans, so you don’t have to plan ahead or thaw anything, just toss, spread, and roast! This simple recipe for roasted green beans is one of my favorite...

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When you need a quick, satisfying dinner that feels a little special without extra effort, this creamy pesto tortellini is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again. Tender cheese-filled pasta is tossed in a creamy sauce and paired with sweet red peppers for just the right balance of richness and freshness....

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April brings longer days and a renewed interest in fresh, simple meals that still feel reliable and consistent. With these four weeks of April dinner menus, you’ll find complete dinners with sides and plenty of vegetables, balancing comfort foods with lighter spring flavors that work well for any day of the week. Not sure why...

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A monthly list of good things to see, buy, read and watch: learning to use a greenhouse, a no-waste pour-over coffee maker, plus six short book reviews and a wonderful movie. Some links in this article are affiliate links and if you click on them I will receive a small commission at no cost to...

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This triple chocolate cake is rich, deeply chocolatey, and balanced with layers of cake, white chocolate filling, smooth ganache, and crisp chocolate bark topping. Made with simple ingredients, it’s a from scratch dessert that feels special without being overly complicated. It’s a rave-worthy recipe to have on hand when you want a chocolate cake for...

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Row covers are a simple way to protect crops like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower while making the garden easier to manage. Both lightweight frost covers and insect netting garden row covers help reduce pest damage and provide weather protection for stronger, more productive plants. It’s an easy addition that has made an amazing difference in...

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This hasselback potato recipe is an easy way to turn simple baked potatoes into something a little more special. Thinly sliced and baked until tender, these potato fans crisp up on the edges while staying soft inside, with cheese melted into every layer. In about the same time needed for baked potatoes, and with only...

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These no butter chocolate cookies are rich, soft, and full of deep chocolate flavor. They are made with simple ingredients with a naturally fudgy texture that feels a bit like a cross between a cookie and a truffle. This is an easy recipe to keep on hand when you want a homemade treat that comes...

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