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A Thorny Problem
Musk Thistle Plants: How to Control This Prolific Weed How to prevent and get rid of this European import.

No Need for Blanching!
Not every vegetable has to be blanched for freezing. Here are some

Don't Throw Out the Egg Carton
It Can Be Recycled For Many Household Uses Egg cartons make it easy to sort, organize and house screws and bolts. They have many other uses too.


7 Easy Ways to Make Your Roses Last Longer
Find out how to keep your flowers blooming longer.

5 Ways to Landscape without Going Broke
Tricks and tips on ways to cut costs but enjoy your yard more.

Learn How to Prepare Onions
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac A few ways to prepare onions and avoid. Read More

Save Energy and Money This Winter
Easy to follow tips for a more efficient home.

Weather Glossary
Ever wonder what an anemometer measures? Or what a dust devil is? Here's a helpful glossary of popular weather terms.

Putting plastic snakes to work
A few good uses for plastic snakes that may have not crossed your mind. Read More

Flush Less Down the Toilet
Thanks to new types of toilet fixtures, you don't have to flush gallons of water down the toilet anymore.

A Colorful Needle Case
Need a convenient place to store your sewing needles? Try making this cute watermelon case. It's easy and practical.

Creating a Community Garden
Creating a community garden is a fun way to get to know your neighbors. Here are a few things you may want to think about before you dig.

A Community Garden - A Nice Place to Grow
A good way to share your gardening interests is to participate in a community garden. Here is how it works.

Put your Roof to Work
You don't need a big yard to have a nice garden. Try using your roof for planting vegetables, herbs and more.

Uninvited Garden Guests: and some natural ways to discourage them
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles and other pests from visiting your garden.

The Magical Mysterious Moon
For centuries, the moon has been an object of awe, tall tales, and mysterious powers. Learn more about the many beliefs around the moon here.

Plant for Taste
Looking for something else to grow and eat besides vegetables? Consider adding flowers to your list of potential snacks, or as additions to your salad bowl. Here are a few tips and rules for your health, when it comes to munching on flower blossoms.

How to Start a Flower Garden
Add Beauty to Your Life by Growing Flowers- An Easy-to-Follow Plan for Starting a Flower Garden.

Fall Garden Cleanup Checklist
Here’s a basic checklist to use as you put your gardens to bed for the year.

Harvesting Tips For Watermelon and Corn on the Cob
Check our hints for harvesting two favorite summer vegetables-- watermelon and corn on the cob right here.

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Getting Rid of Slugs and Snails
Are slugs and snails attacking your gardens? Rid your garden of these pests naturally and easily with some tips from the Farmers' Almanac.

A Gardener's Guide to Frost
How to predict when it's coming and what to do about it It's almost fall. Temperatures begin to cool down, but your gardens still look so nice. How do you know when frost may hit and if it will harm your plants? Learn the signs and precautions you should take.

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Weekly Wisdom
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for a more natural moth ball remedy? Ever wonder what cloves are? Find the answers and more here.

Wait! Save that milk carton for my garden!
Recyclable gardening ideas. Don't throw it away! Reuse it for your garden! Check out these new uses for old things.

Spring is Here! Time to Plan your Flower Garden.
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.

5 Secrets to Spice Up Your Gardens
Want to try something new in the garden this year? Check out these ideas that will add a little pizazz to your gardens.

Tired of Herbs? Plant for Pets!
Get kids involved with the garden this year. Plant a pet or zoo garden.

Raised Garden Bed Winners
Winners of the 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Farmers' Almanac is pleased to announce the winners of its 2008 Earth Day Giveaway Contest

7 Pet-Proof Garden Tips
For a nicer garden and happier pet. Is the family dog trampling on your newly planted flower garden? Are neighborhood cats using your garden as a litter box? Check out our top tips for keeping pets out of gardens.

If You are Missing an Ingredient
Emergency Kitchen Substitutions It never seems to fail. You are preparing a special family dinner and you forgot to pick up a necessary ingredient. Don't fret. There are ways around it.

Natural Cures with Apple Cider Vinegar
Get more energy, relieve symptoms of arthritis and more.

Personal Pizzas
Quick, easy and a bit untraditional Make personal pizzas with French bread, tomato bagels and even hoagie rolls. It's easy!

How Much Energy Does Your Laser Printer Use?
Consider energy use before you take out your wallet If you are interested in conserving energy, you may want to take a hard look at your household appliances. Some add quite a few dollars to your energy bill. .

6 Good Reasons to Use Lemons for Better Health
Did you know lemons can help cure acne AND purify blood? Check out these healthy uses for lemons.

Got Eggs?
Preparation tips How to prepare eggs like a pro

Natural Ways to Keep Bugs Away!
Summer is such a wonderful time, but those mosquitoes can really be a pain. Learn how to naturally keep them away.

Banana Peels Can Even Shine Your Shoes
They can do a lot of other things too. Learn more.

Eat A Banana for What Ails You
Need a quick pick-me-up? Try a banana. It gives you more sustained energy than anything out of a vending machine!

Mulching Tips For the Organic Gardener
Late fall is a good time to mulch - and protect your outdoor plants. Learn more.

Freeze the Peas? Yes Please!
Simple tips for freezing Snow Peas and Sugar Snap Peas, so they'll always taste fresh.

Stevia: A Natural (and Unknown) Sweetener
Stevia is very sweet, has no calories and is easy to grow. Try it.

Never Sneeze into Your Hand
Tips to Fend Off Germs Naturally 10 tips that help get rid of germs that may cause

Lips Parched? Try This Natural Balm
Instead of purchasing lip balm at the store, try making your own. It's easy.

Do Tornadoes Travel Counter Clockwise?
10 facts about tornadoes that you should know.

The Great Pumpkin Raft Race!
Ever try floating a pumpkin? How about floating in a pumpkin? Check out this creative and timely pumpkin paddling race.

Frozen Peas Come to the Rescue
Here is an easy way to make an ice pack in a hurry with ingredients from the cabinet or freezer.

Be Prepared for Winter Storms
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac 10 tips to help you prepare for a big snow storm.

Tornado Survival Tips
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac What to do before and during

Marine Weather Warnings Explained
First appearing in the 2005 Farmers' Almanac

Where Does Hail Come From?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac Ouch, that hurts. Hail is just frozen raindrops, but they can range in size from a small pea to a grapefruit.

How Much Do You Know About Hurricanes?
First appearing in the 2006 Farmers' Almanac They may be more deadly than you think. Here are some hurricane facts.

The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More


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Blanching Basics for Vegetables
You can still keep vegetables and fruits fresh tasting, even if you freeze them. Learn how.

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Making Toothpaste

Make Your Own Cooking Mixes
Save Time and Money Like the convenience of store-bought cookie, cake, brownie and other mixes, but don't like the cost? Here's a solution.

Natural Headache Remedies
8 natural remedies that help relieve the pain associated with infrequent headaches.

Sunflowers: More than a Beautiful Flower
Tips for harvesting, drying and roasting sunflower seeds.

Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
After carving the pumpkin, you may want to roast the seed for an easy, and tasty treat.

Prepare and Freeze Fresh Pumpkin Easily
Want to reuse those pumpkins on your steps for a wonderful Thanksgiving pie?

Want Orange Leaves? Plant White Oak
If you enjoy the colors of fall, check out this list. It tells you which trees you should plant, based on leaf color.

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A Pillow Can Ease Your Headache Pain
With this easy-to-make pillow, you can rest your weary head and ease the pain of a headache.

Quill Pens Scribed American History
The quill pen scripted major turning points in American history, including the Mayflower Compact. Learn More.

What Is Snow?
For some areas, it’s time to break out the snow shovel. Here are a few facts to think about when you clear the driveway.

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Fog Facts
Where is the foggiest area in the U.S.? When is fog most likely to occur? You'll find all the answers in this article, plus feel free to watch the Weather Wisdoms video on fog.

Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.

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Cooking tips from Grandma Blanche Bianco
Wonder how to deglaze a pan or make bechamel sauce? Grandma Bianco has passed on a few tips for those who may be a bit new to the kitchen.

Grandma's Cooking How-to's
If you are experimenting with some new recipes this month, check out these "how-to"s from Grandma Blanche Bianco. She'll teach how to boil pasta, make bechamel sauce and more.

Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.

Zap Those Cold Symptoms
With These Zinc-Filled Foods Zap those cold symptoms with some Zinc-filled foods. Find out how and why.

Keep Fido safe this Holiday Season
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.

Treating Sprains with Ice Packs
Has the winter weather got you down?

Sore Throat Secrets
From Chamomile tea to Slippery Elm bark, there are many natural ways to ease the discomfort of a sore throat.

Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?

Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The holidays are here, and so is one of the best times of the year for watching your waste.

Grow Flowers Indoors
Here's a simple pick me-up for the winter doldrums that will bring some spring indoors!

Frostnip and Frostbite
Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?

Collard Greens
Want a prosperous new year? Try eating collard greens this New Year’s Day.

Weather Instruments
Here's a quick primer on common weather instruments that may be used to forecast winter temperatures and storms.

Tips for holiday weight loss
If you want to get back on track, here are a few tips on how to lower the fat and calories in your everyday cooking.

Create a Winter Birdhouse
Create a rustic bird house with found items from your home and garden.

The Powers of Vinegar
Running out of household ideas that are simple and inexpensive to do? Try opening your closet and digging out that bottle of vinegar.

What makes Green Tea so special?
You have probably heard or read that green tea is good for you, but you may not know why or how it is.

Is El Niño a theory or a proven fact?
The Paita sailors, who frequently navigate along the coast in small craft, either to the north or the south of that port, name this countercurrent the current of "El Niño" (the child Jesus) because it has been observed to appear immediately after Christmas.

Sauerkraut, it’s not just for hot dogs
There are several creative recipes that can be made with Sauerkraut.


Make Your Own Herbal Vinegar
Easy and Tasty Suggestions Tired of just plain vinegar? Looking for some good reasons to plant herbs? Check out these easy ways to make herbal vinegar.

Soothing Solutions for Dry, Itchy Skin
Your skin needs moisture to stay smooth and supple, and retaining moisture is especially difficult in winter.

Gout, What Is It?
Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis and has been on the rise in recent decades.

Cooking Terminology and Methods
Dredge or dunk? Slice or Julienne? Not everyone knows the difference.

How to Build a Green Roof
Here are a few practical hints for greening your roof.

Relief from Dandruff
Getting relief from dandruff can be hard at times. Below are a few home remedies that may help an often embarrassing condition.

Hurricane Glossary
Be prepared! Learn the differences between an advisory, warning, and more. Here's a list of the most frequently used hurricane terms, and their definitions.

Buy New and Save Money!
Energy efficient appliances are now easy to find, and they can save you money.

Extreme Weather Stories
Hurricanes, Tornadoes, and Thunderstorms Did hail wreck your car? Wonder why hurricanes form? Do you live in an area prone to twisters? Check out this informative and interesting story about extreme weather conditions.

Winter Preparedness Safety Tips
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.

What is a Shamrock?
The shamrock is more than a symbol of luck, it has vast religious and historical meaning to St. Patrick and his followers.

Easy Ways to Preserve our Earth
We can all do something to help preserve our earth. It doesn't have to be difficult.

The Many Helpful Uses of Baking Soda
Baking soda can help clean your dishes, fruits and vegetables, as well as help out with other household chores.

How Safe is your Food?
We all hope we're feeding our family safe food, but how can we be sure?

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four: The Story of America's Favorite Vegetable
Americans love potatoes, whether it's fried, baked or mashed. They have become one of America's favorite vegetables. In this article, we will get to the roots of the potato, where it came from, and how it made its way onto our plates, and into our hearts.

What is aloe good for?
Aloe, a popular houseplant, has a long history as a multipurpose folk remedy.

Baking Soda: The Miracle Worker
Baking soda just may be the original natural cure for many health and home related issues.

Choosing Bakeware
When it comes to bakeware, there are different materials to choose from. Traditional choices like ceramic and metal are joined by newcomers like silicone and glass. How do they compare?

How Does Ice Make Drinks Cold?
When you touch ice it's cold. Add it to a drink and the drink gets cold. But how does this frozen water make things cold?

Keep Ants Out Of Your Home
Are the ants marching in? Learn smart living tips on ways to naturally keep these pests from invading your kitchen and home.


Natural Remedies for Life's Natural Itches
Looking for a natural way to soothe a rash, stop poison ivy from itching, or keep bug bites from bugging you? Check out some natural remedies that really work.

Is There Life On Mars?
You've heard of the "man on the moon" but what about "man on mars?" Read about the idea of a man on mars here.

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The Full Sturgeon Moon
A fish in the sky? Discover why August's full moon is named after a large fish.

Make Your Own Tea
Next time you're in the mood for a cup of hot or cold tea, why not head to your garden? Herbal teas can be mad from herbs grown in your backyard or patio.

Useful and Timely Tips from the Farmers' Almanac
Did you know that apples will turn lettuce brown? Or what to do if the plastic wrap you use is clinging to itself? Find the answers and more here.

Drying Gourds
When should you pick gourds? How can you dry them to use them for crafts and decorations? Learn important tips on ways to dry these unique vegetables.

Ewww... What's that Smell?
Before you point the finger at a skunk or start looking around for dirty socks, consider that the source of a bad odor might just be . . . a flower. Some plants are known for their bold, beautiful blooms. Others are known for their sweet, luscious fruit. There are a few plants, however, that are famous for something less romantic: A foul, offensive odor. Here are a few putrid plants to ponder.

Corns --A Natural Foot Problem
Ever wonder what that ball is on your foot? Could it be a corn? If so what is a corn and how do you get rid of it?

Pinkeye Tips and Cautions
Pinkeye is a common eye infection. While highly contagious, there are some natural remedies you may want to try.

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Winning Apple Pie Recipes
Farmers' Almanac readers elected Apple Pie as America's Dessert. Now check out our top three winning recipes for this tasty pie.

Are You Ready for Fall?
Inside and Out? Fall is here! Here's a useful checklist for inside and outside chores that should be done before the cooler weather hits full force.

Did Smelly Feet Ruin Valentine's Dinner?
Ahh Valentine's Day. A day to rekindle the romance. The flowers are on the table, the candles are lit, but what is that smell?

Bringing Herbs Indoors
If your area has not had a killing frost yet, you may still have time to bring your herbs indoor for year-round fresh ingredients.

Natural Cures for Athlete's Foot
Is athlete's foot leaving you itchy? Learn how to naturally alleviate some of the symptoms of this common problem.

Timely Weather Definitions
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?

Best Baking Tips From the Farmers' Almanac
Just in time for Thanksgiving! 'Tis the time to head to the kitchen! The holidays are a great time to bake. Make your time easier by checking out our useful tips.

Forgotten Cures for a Stomachache
Holiday parties and indulging leaving you feeling a little off? Here are some natural cures for upset stomachs.

At What Altitude Do Clouds Stop Forming?
Ever flown above the clouds? Sometimes it seems as though you can't fly high enough. Learn more about clouds here.


Peppermint: More than just a popular flavor
Got a headache? Sore throat? Upset stomach? Try peppermint! This popular flavor has some interesting healing properties.

Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

Helpful Hints for the Home
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.

4 Ways to Make Winter More Fun
Cabin fever taking over your home? Check out out top 4 ways to make winter more fun.

Flu or Cold - How can you tell?
Sneezing? Coughing? Fever? Learn helpful ways to distinguish between a cold and the flu.

Need some help in the kitchen?
Farmers' Almanac shares useful cooking tips. Learn how to make eggs fluffier, meatballs easier, and vegetables more full of flavor.

Favorite Warming Recipes For Winter Meals
Cold outside? Warm up with these flavorful recipes.

Make Your Own Valentine Candy
Candied Cherries Looking for something sweet for your sweetie? Check out this homemade, easy treat.

Go GREEN when you Clean
Tired of the toxic and expensive house cleaning supplies? Check out a few of our favorite home-made, greener choices.

Everything Ice Isn't Always NICE!
(Unless it's in your favorite drink.) What is ice? Does hail only fall in the summer? Why are ice storms so devastating?

Dental Tips George Washington Could’ve Used!
Learn how eating apples, figs, and strawberries can keep your teeth whiter and cleaner.

Easy Ways to Compost
Don't throw it away! Compost it! It's better for the environment and for your gardens.

Dry Skin? Reach for a Potato!
Lean how every day kitchen ingredients can help heal dry skin.

Could These Remedies Really Stop the Hiccups?
Old Time Hiccup Remedies Remembered Check out these remedies from the past! Some are a bit crazy others may work!

5 Fun Cures for Spring Fever
Is the ideas of warm weather making you anxious to get outdoors? Check out some fun ways to enjoy spring, even if you still have snow outside.

Celebrate Spring Flavors
Favorite spring-time recipes. Looking for some new spring-time dishes to try? Check out our picks.

Springtime Often Means MUD Time
Tips and tricks to keep mud outside. Warmer weather means melting. Melting often leads to mud. Find some helpful ways to keep mud to a minimum this season.

How was April Fools’ Day Started?
Legends and lore around this fun, foolish day in April.

Top Ten Rainiest Cities In April
April Showers Bring Rainy Towns Think April is a rainy month in your home town? Imagine receiving more than 12 inches in one month! These cities really do get a lot of rain!

Amazing Hummingbird Facts
Did you know a hummingbird's heart beats 500 times a minute? Or that it can fly backwards? Learn more about these tiny birds.

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Have you Exercised your Senses Lately
Tune into life's simple pleasures by exercising your senses. Learn how here.

Got Rain? These places don't have much!
Top Ten DRIEST Places in the USA Rain, rain where are you? Imagine receiving less than 10 inches of rain in an entire year? It happens in these ten US towns.

What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?

5 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Hurting the Earth
Find out if your everyday actions may be hurting the earth.

Bug Bite? Reach for the toothpaste.
Everyday remedies for annoying bug bites. Warmer weather means more outdoor time and more bugs. Find out how to easily take the sting out of the season.

Top Feel Good Gifts For Mom
Make her, the earth, and you feel good. The secret to a great Mother's Day Gift is giving from the heart. Check out our earth-friendly, thoughtful ideas here.

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3 Yummy Mother's Day Treats
Looking for a new recipe for Mother's Day? Here are a few favorites from the Farmers' Almanac.

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Seven Natural Ways to Soothe Sunburn
Sunburn can catch you off guard, even when you use sun block. Here are some natural ways to help east the pain of sunburned skin.

8 Fun Ways to Hook Kids on Fishing
Fishing season is here. Take the kids and instill in them a love for the outdoors. Here are some tips on ways to get started.

Keep Your Skin Healthy
Naturally and Inexpensively Good skin is important. Check out some natural ways to keep your skin healthy without going broke.

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June Weather Lore and More!
If June is wet, will September be dry? Check out some fun weather lore sayings we found about the 6th month of the year.

Summer Food Safety Tips
Warmer weather means more picnics and outdoor food. Here are some simple but important tips on ways to keep food safe this summer.

11 Smart Ways to Make Your Money Last Longer
The cost of living is rising! Here are some of our favorite cost-cutting, penny-pinching tips from past editions of the Farmers’ Almanac:

Perfect Father's Day Foods
Treat dad to a special dinner or lunch. Check out these delicious dad-approved recipes.

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Beat the Heat: Must Know Tips
Prevent Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke The temperature is rising! Be prepared! Here are some useful tips and natural ways to avoid heat-related health issues.

What the Hail?
Learn more about thunderstorms and hail. Inside a thunderstorm, there are many crazy things - updrafts, winds, ice. Find out more about hail and thunderstorms.

Got a Cut? Reach for the Onions.
Natural Remedies for Cuts and Bruises. The summer season is just about here. Schools are out, kids are outside, and cuts and bruises become more prevalent. Here are a few ways to help these cuts heal quicker and more naturally:

Good Manners in the Great Outdoors
Help keep nature beautiful. Get outside and enjoy it, but be polite about it.

The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.

Top Ten Best Outdoor Wedding Cities
Wedding season is here. More weddings happen between May and October than any other time of year. Check out where the best outdoor wedding cities are.

Fourth of July SIZZLERS!
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.

Traveling Green on Your Honeymoon
5 Great Green Travel Tips Going green doesn't have to mean sacrificing luxury. Check out these helpful green hints.

Recipes

Lasagna
This is a wonderful lasagna recipe.

Chinese Pork with Peppers
Perfect for having friends over, prepare ahead for less stress.

Boo-berry Coffin Cake
Scare up this cake for all your ghosts and goblins on Halloween. You'll have them shouting "yum" instead of "boo!"

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Oyster Bisque



Poached Salmon Steaks With Egg Sauce And Peas
Poached salmon with a rich egg sauce makes a lovely light lunch!


Mashed Potato Refrigerator Rolls
These refrigerator rolls can be made with leftover mashed potatoes. After the dough is made, shape rolls into a variety of styles.

Cream of Asparagus Soup
A cream of asparagus soup with asparagus and milk, along with butter and seasonings.

Barbecued Spareribs
Sweet and spicy barbecued spareribs with a touch of hot sauce.

Creamed Fish Casserole
This dish is, simply put, an extremely easy one-pot meal ideal for your busy day!

Marvelous Mexican Casserole
Pour Green Chili Gravy over top of this casserole for added flavor with this can't miss meal!


Spanish Rice Skillet
Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this Spanish rice recipe is a great Mexican side dish

Cowboy Steak
A throwback recipe for a juicy cowboy steak.

Baked Bean Casserole
These easy baked beans are delicious for summer cookouts.

Veal Parmigiana
Family and friends won't get enough of this fast and easy recipe!


Chow Chow
In the south, and particularly in the mountains, chow-chow is a favorite relish to be eaten with a bowl of pinto beans!

Pumpkin Butter
This pumpkin butter is an excellent hostess present, and is a wonderful spread for pumpkin biscuits.


Spaghetti Sauce
A recipe for fresh tomato sauce for spaghetti. Recipe ingredients include tomatoes, cumin, parsley, garlic, salt, mushrooms and ...

Corned Beef Casserole
Canned corned beef can be combined with a delicious combination of noodles.

American Pizza (Italian Pie)
You can make hot, fresh pizza just like the professionals do!

Cinnamon Glazed Carrots
This cinnamon glazed carrots recipe works well with pork.


Crab Shrimp Gumbo
Traditionally, gumbo begins with a roux of butter and flour. Toasting the flour in a dry pan on the stove provides a flavorful roux in this Creole specialty.


Pumpkin Tomato Bisque
Pumpkins are not merely for decoration. Warm up with this tasty treat.

Butterscotch Bread Pudding
This recipe is a nice variation of the typical bread pudding.

Summer Bar-B-Q Chicken Recipe
This chicken recipe is easy and delicious.

Low Country Boil
A Southern tradition, this simple and hearty one-pot meal is great to serve for a variety of occasions.


Chocolate Chocolate Cake
This is the richest chocolate cake around.



Chocolatetown Special Cake
A delicious recipe for Chocolate Cake, with Hershey's Cocoa.


Marinated Bean Salad
This is a healthy, fresh tasting bean salad that will give you an easy way to enjoy the many nutritional benefits of beans.

Pickled Eggs
In Britain, pickled onions and pickled eggs are often sold in pubs and fish & chip shops.

Roast Turkey
The king of all table birds is the turkey. Although it is appearing more often at times other than Thanksgiving and Christmas, the turkey deserves an appearance regularly in the daily diet. Not only is it mighty good eating, it's a valuable source of proteins, vitamin B and iron. And it's low in calories.

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Russian Tea


Broccoli Salad
Made ahead, a bowl of this salad would make a well-rounded lunch, or dinner for one of those too-busy-to-cook nights.


Christmas Punch
Make this incredibly delicious drink and enjoy it while trimming the Christmas tree.


Apple Dumplings with Hot Cider Sauce Recipe
The aroma of apples and cinnamon make this apple dumpling recipe delicious to make and to eat!


Brunswick Stew
The aromatic signals that broadcast from a slow simmering Brunswick Stew brings everyone into the kitchen anxious for a taste.

String Beans Marinara
A mouth watering dish Italian Style is delicious as is, but you can easily add other vegetables!

Farmhouse Chicken Noodle Soup
A Soothing Comfort Food That's Great for What Ails 'Ya.


Polenta
Polenta is just cornmeal. It was something my mother made often. She made it instead of potatoes, and it was incredibly delicious. It is a dish that was quite common in Florence, her native region of Italy.

Borscht
This delightful, red soup from the Ukraine may be served either hot or cold. Through the centuries, the meat base has included chicken, duck, goose, turkey and beef. A favorite recipe uses a fat brisket of beef or flank.

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Salmon Egg Foo Young



White Bread
This will remind you of Grandma's homemade bread, but you'll be making it!


Bread Pudding
Bread Pudding, first known as a "poor man's pudding", is an old fashioned dessert that has been popular for a long time.


Baked Eggplant
A flavorful eggplant casserole that's delicious as a main course or large appetizer




Grandma's Corn Chowder
This is a hearty and colorful milk-based chowder with celery, canned corn, and bacon.

Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti
Comforting, easy, and delicious this is a twist from the regular spaghetti dish.


Pumpkin Bread
A treat the whole family will enjoy.

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Congealed Salad


Shepherd's Pie
This simple recipe can be made with ground beef or Sunday's left-over roast.

Kelle Carter's Sugar Pumpkin Pie
Small Sugar Pumpkin is an heirloom pumpkin dating back to the 1800's. Dependable and easy to grow, it boasts high quality, stringless, thick, sweet flesh that is great for making pies. Organic seeds are available from Seeds of Change at www.seedsofchange.com.


Iced Tea Jazz
What a refreshing way to cool down from a hot summer day!

Chicken Casserole with Wild Rice
Treat your family like royalty with this deliciously elegant casserole. A majestic combination of tender chicken, wild rice, slivered almonds, and mushrooms.

Chocolate Yum Yum Cake
We can't think of a better Chocolate Cake Moment than to have fun in the kitchen making Chocolate Yum Yum Cake!

Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs can be served as an appetizer or at dinner with steamed rice and a vegetable.

Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake
This pound cake has a big splash of lemon flavor and is appropriate for any occasion.


Easy Hamburger Pasta Skillet
Penne is one of the most famous Italian pasta shapes.

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Strawberry Fruit Punch



Candied Yams
Candied sweet potatoes are especially good with roasted turkey, and this recipe is extra good.

Creamed Sweet Potatoes
These are delicious with roasted turkey, pork or chicken.

Crab Pate
Delicious starter served with hot brown toast or great for a typical days lunch

New England Clam Chowder
Scrumptious fresh clams, hearty potatoes and creamery butter, this classic may sweep your taste buds out to sea.

Summertime Ice Cream Special
This refreshing summer drink will cool you down.


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Pickled Peaches


Turkey Soup
After Thanksgiving take what's left of the turkey carcass and make a delicious turkey soup to enjoy for days.

Cheese Straws
Serious cheese lovers should try this recipe with jalapeno added for extra zip!


Egg Drops for Chicken Soup
Dumplings may be any of a wide variety of dishes, both sweet and savory, in several different cuisines. They are either made from balls of dough or are flattened and sliced.


Roast Leg of Lamb
This really simple roast leg of lamb recipe is perfect for those who have never cooked a leg of lamb. You don't need many ingredients, but the taste is gourmet!


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Sausage Pinwheels

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Don't throw away those seeds! They can be turned into a tasty, healthy snack.

Creamy Rice Pudding (Kugel)
Here is a rich, comforting dessert from Eastern Europe. Its flavor comes from chewy raisins and fragrant nutmeg.

Peppermint Patties
A dish of homemade candy is a true gesture of hospitality.


Green Bean & Mushroom Casserole
An easy way to make sure you family eats their greens!

Corn and Sausage Chowder
Try this hearty one pot meal to stay warm!



Macaroni and Cheese
Mac and Cheese is comfort food for the soul.

Blackberry Pie
There is nothing quite like a blackberry pie warm from the oven.

Sweet and Sour Pot Roast
This sweet and sour pot roast is flavored with onions, vinegar, brown sugar, and other seasonings.


Mushroom Casserole
This dish is a simple combination of mushrooms, stuffing, & cheese.


Chocolate Mocha Punch
Having a frosty glass of this chocolate punch is almost like sipping a chocolate shake.

Corn and Potato Soup
This corn and potato chowder uses whole kernel corn. This recipe can be changed by adding crumbled bacon!


Brussel Sprouts and Chestnuts
Nutritious as well as delicious.


Cranberry Salad
There 's lots of cranberry taste in this beautiful gelatin salad.

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Layered Salad

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Chocolate Pudding Cake

Pumpkin Pecan Apple Cake
A great twist on a holiday pie. That will surely make your mouth water.

Salsa
Its fast, simple, and will make your mouth water!

Videos

Water Garden - The Garden Girl
Patti Moreno demonstrates how to maintain a healthy permaculture backyard garden by implementing a water garden.

Home ECOnomics: Water Aerators
Learn how you can save 50% off your water bill every month with this simple, affordable water-conserving device.

Tornados, Water Spouts, and Land Spouts
How do these three destructive forces of nature differ? Farmers' Almanac TV looks at both the differences and the similarities of these cylindrical wind storms.

The Pumpkin Paddle
There are actually people who get into very, very large pumpkins and race over very, very cold water to win the annual Windsor, Nova Scotia Pumpkin Paddle.

Products

Garden-opoly
Each player buys garden favorites, collects Clay Pots and trades them in for Greenhouses. Sounds easy enough - but add aphid infestation, water bills and a dandelion outbreak and it becomes a little more difficult... and a lot more...

Farmers' Almanac Garden Tool Bag
Organize your gardening tools with our attractive and useful garden bag. Complete with 5 of the most needed garden tools: Trowel, cultivator, weeder, pruner, and 30 meters of garden twine with cutter.This water resistant, nylon bag makes gardening even more...

Electronic Rain Guage
Help a garden grow with Downeaster's electronic rain gauge. This fine instrument helps answer one of the gardener's most important questions: have my plants had enough water? Features two electronic memories for storing storm and annual accumulations.

Dragonfly Garden Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.9" DiameterIncludes 16.5" Garden Stake

Insulated Water Duffel
Insulated water duffel, with sports bottle. Comes with one 1 liter bottle (plastic)

Hummingbird Garden Feeder
A lovely bird feeder for any garden.9" DiameterIncludes 16.5" Garden Stake

Garden Wisdom Book
A 336 page hardcover book that yields a bounty of more than 500 tried-and-true gardening tips and recipes passed down from generations of country gardeners. Master your garden with advice on growing flowers, fruits, vegetables and herbs, both indoors and...

Garden Chair with Tools
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Garden Apron and Three Piece Tool Kit
Perfect for everyday gardening jobs, this handy ensemble includes tools that are essential to keeping your garden and flowerbeds in tip-top shape! Lightweight, 6-pocket apron with an adjustable waist belt and three sturdy, high-density plastic garden tools that will never...

Fresh Magnolia Blooms
We now offer Magnolia Blooms, never before available because of their short life span, cut straight from the farm and shipped express delivery to you. The 10 Magnolia Blooms are shipped in a special insulated container, individually sleeved to...

Garden Gourmet Composter
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Deluxe Garden Kit
Garden like a pro!Your dirt will love you, and your garden will blossom forth its rewards when you dig in with our Deluxe Garden Kit! This all-in-one 17-piece kit features premium gardening tools and cotton gardening gloves, all in...

Vegetable Garden Wheel
Rotate these smart colorful wheels to plan your next Vegetable Garden. Edited by some of America's leading horticulturists, these waterproof plastic wheels are packed front and back with gardening information and colorful photographs. For USDA Zones 4 to 8. (Diameter:...

3- Book Set - kitchen tips, garden hints, country living tips
WHAT A GREAT DEAL. This set makes a fantastic gift for you or a gardener or cook you might know!Pearls of Country Wisdom yields more than 700 pearls of wit and wisdom to bring a bit of the country life...

3-Volume Book Set - kitchen tips, garden hints, country living tips
Save even more by purchasing the 3-volume set for only $19.95. The set makes a fantastic gift for you or a gardener or cook you might know! Pearls of Country Wisdom yields more than 700 pearls of wit and...

Amphibian - DK Eyewitness
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Fishin'-opoly
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Desert - DK Eyewitness VHS
The Desert video treks across the Earth's most parched places to find some of the greatest stories of adaption and survival. Meet the extraordinary inhabitants of the desert, and witness their startling strategies to capture and conserve that most...

Foxfire 6
Need some ideas for children? Over 100 toys and games inside.This sixth volume celebrates the playful and innovative heritage of Appalachia, featuring 100 toys and games, from bow and arrows to merry-go-rounds, flying jennys to puzzles, cornstalk fiddles to...

Dragonfly Birdbath & Pedestal
A beautiful and elegant addition to any garden or patio.Dimensions: 15" Diameter and 24" Chain

Season 2 Episode 9
There are actually people who get into very large pumpkins and race over very, very cold water to win the annual Windsor, Nova Scotia Pumpkin Paddle. The students at Humboldt State University have ideas, about incorporating appropriate technology into all...

6" Pinecone Tube Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 6" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 9" (not including hanger)

12" Oakleaf Tube Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 12" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 14.5"(not including hanger)

Trumpet Vine Tube Bird Feeder
A beautiful addition to any garden.Tube 6" TallRoof 9.5" SquareOverall Height 9" (not including hanger)

Aluminum Sports Chair
The lightweight and durable folding aluminum Sports Chair is perfect for outdoor leisure. In addition to being lightweight, a removable shoulder strap makes this chair very easy to carry. The extra-wide seat (made from durable 600D polyester) and padded armrests...

Episode One
EPISODE ONE: COMBINE CRASHES & CHARMING BEESA crashing good time is had by all at the Combine Demolition Derby in Washington State; kids learn about the living creatures in a garden; and Farmers' Almanac TV viewers meet a Savannah bee...

Cow Over Moon Weathervane
A whimsical Garden Weathervane crafted from rust-free aluminum features the cow that jumped over the moon. Six foot height for easy visibility it includes ground pin for easy set up. Dimensions: 20.5"L x 11"W plus 5'stake

Excursion Picnic Trolley
Deluxe Picnic Trolley with deluxe service for 4. The Excursion Picnic Trolley is in a class of it's own. This original design from Picnic Time, Inc. features room for four bottles of wine, separate insulated food section (with water proof...

Foliate Large Hose Holder
Leaf it here! This large Foliate Hose Holder brings both sturdy functionality and delicate artistry to your lawn or garden. And its tasteful design inspires the least likely family members to 'leave' the hose where it belongs! 23"L x...

The Waistie Pouch
The Waistie Pouch™ is a revolutionary garden pouch that makes routine gardening tasks easier.It is ideal for weeding, deadheading, pruning flowers, collecting herbs and berries and so much more. No more dragging the trash can around or leaving messy...

Foxfire 11
This book teaches a philosophy of simplicity in living that is truly enduring.This eleventh volume celebrates the rituals and recipes of Appalachia, featuring sections on the old homeplace, wild plant uses, planting and growing a garden, preserving food - pickling,...