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Save Money – Make Your Own Remedies
Natual cures for acne, toothpaste and more. Check out these natural and inexpensive ways to make your own remedies.

Make Your Own Eggnog
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy and tasty.

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

Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.

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.

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?

Make Your 12 Days of Christmas More GREEN
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy but useful tips here.

Make Your Own Ice Cream Pie
An Easy Dessert Sure to Please

Did the Calendar Manufacturers Make a Mistake?
Why does February have 29 days this year? Ever wonder "why" we have leap day every four years?

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.

Preventing Motion Sickness
Tips to make that holiday flight (or boat ride) a lot smoother.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Back-To-School Breakfast Fun!
Your children will have fun helping make these quick and easy breakfast recipes.

Hybrid Vehicles
Before you make your next car purchase, check out a hybrid. There are many benefits, including a tax credit from Uncle Sam.

An Onion a Day, May Help Keep Cholesterol Down
Peeling away the health benefits of onions. They may make you cry, but onions are healthy for you. Find out how.

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

8 Smarter Ways to Use Your Microwave
Find out how to make your microwave work for you.

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.

Decorations from Nature
Tips on ways to bring the garden to your next party. Fun ways to make your next outdoor gathering more festive.

Income Tax Facts for the Weary
Discover some unusual facts about April 15--including why the government used Donald Duck to make this day less taxing.

Move over fossil fuels...
It’s time for some ingenuity. Did you know algae can be used to make fuel? Check out some pros and cons of a few alternative fuel sources.

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Should you make indoor or outdoor plans for Memorial Day?
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.

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.

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:

Making Your Own Natural Holiday Wreath
With just a few pinecones, nuts and hemlock cones, you can make a festive holiday wreath.

Beating the Back-To-School Blues
Going back to school can be stressful. Find out how to help your kids make a smooth transition.

Food Poisoning: An Unwanted Holiday Gift
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.

Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.

Recycle Those Holiday Cards!
Instead of throwing those treasured holiday cards in the garbage, why not make them into something useful?

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.

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.

How Does the Farmers' Almanac Make Its Weather Predictions?
Is it folklore? The groundhog? Radar and computers? Find out how the Almanac makes its amazingly accurate long-range weather predictions.

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

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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.

5 Easy Ways to Add Some SPRING to Your February
Spring fever taking over? Here are five easy ways to help make spring seem a little closer.

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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.

10 Ways to Bring Your Family Closer Together
Here are some tried and true activities that will put smiles on your kids’ faces because they get to have fun with their parents!

Simple Pleasures for the Whole Family
Take time this winter to slow down and enjoy some down time! Here are some simple pleasures all of you can enjoy.

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

Women and Credit
Being contacted by a collections agency can be scary and overwhelming. If you take a step back, read your rights, and think about your options, you can take control of the situation.

Once a month Household Chores
Is one of your New Year's Resolutions to keep your house cleaner? Here are some ideas that can help.

Cook More Efficiently
Get a Second Meal Out of One 6 tips for saving time in the kitchen

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

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Secret Ingredients for Better Tasting Dishes
Almanac Approved!

Childproofing for the Holidays
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.

Easy Yet Important Ways to Save Money
From the Farmers’ Almanac Check out some of our timely tips on ways to cut costs.

Attitude of Joy - Improve your Health with Laughter
For us it seems so natural, but the funny thing is that humans are one of the only species that laughs.

Don't Throw It Away!

Who Invented Peanut Butter?
March is peanut month! Check out some interesting facts about the inventor of one of the most popular peanut products around - peanut butter!

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

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

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

New or Used Cars?
When it comes to sticking to your budget, it's tough to beat the value of a good, used car. As with any purchase, the more you know the better your experience will be.

What are Latkes?
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.

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Easy Ways to Help the Earth

Don't Let Your Financial Guard Down During Retirement
Even if you spent your whole life saving for retirement, you need to keep a watchful eye on your assets after you retire.

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

Spring Ahead!
DST starts soon! Don't forget - Daylight Saving Time starts early this year.

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!

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

Dog Days are Here!
Why are the hot/sultry days of summer are referred to as "dog days?"

Too Busy to Exercise? Think Again.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.

Is Social Security Secure?
Social Security is in great peril, and a solution is needed.

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.

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!

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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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Farmers' Almanac Tips
For a sustainable, more enjoyable, December

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

Why a birthday cake? Why candles?
Birthday traditions revealed. Learn the history behind birthday parties as well as where some birthday traditions come from.

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.

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

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

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.

Ten Secrets to Simplifying your Life
Relaxing breakfasts with the family, taking a nature walk, remember a time when life was less stressful? Allow the Farmers' Almanac to remind you of life's simple pleasures and how to slow down and enjoy them more. Ideas, tips and more.

Top Ten Favorite Holiday Treats
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.

A Sugar Lesson for Sweet Cooking
Before you whip up that special dessert, keep in mind that granulated white sugar differs in size, as well as use in the kitchen.

What is a Blue Moon?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?

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Dear Santa Claus

8 Things to do on Thanksgiving Besides Watch Football
The meal is complete, the dishes are done and it’s time to be with family and friends. Now what?

Stormy Weather for the Southern States
Is there a wet or rainy season in the southern US states? After a dry summer, it might be good to know when the rainy season may begin.

Not Just For The Dryer
Interested in tips for using dryer sheets?

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

The Lost Art of Doing Nothing
Are afternoons of lying in the grass pondering cloud shapes, evenings of watching sunsets, or mornings of counting snowflakes as they hit the windowpane all but extinct? Will we ever spend another hour or even a minute alone with our own thoughts? What incredible daydreams will never be had because we just simply do not have the time?

The Katrina Cottage: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

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.

Light Pollution: Are you a culprit?
Learn why the night sky isn't as dark as it used to be.

What are northern lights?
When can they be seen? Fall is a great time to get out and look for the northern lights. But just what are these colors in the sky?

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How accurate was the Farmers' Almanac this year?
Remember last winter? The Farmers' Almanac warned that "Shivery is not dead!" And this summer has been an interesting mix of hot, dry conditions. Find out how the Almanac did with its predictions for the 2007 winter and summer.

Eggs Are Good For You
Eggs really aren't as bad as they're cracked up to be.

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.

Happy Kwanzaa
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.

Summertime Remedies
Got a splinter? Bee sting? Bug bite? Check out these homemade natural cures for common summertime ailments.

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What is raised on the farm?
Thanksgiving Acrostic Here is a quick game that encourages everyone to think about foods raised on the farm - and how grateful we are for farmers.

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.

Dog Days End – A Fish is in the Sky!
Where did the term, "Dog Days of Summer" originate? Look to the sky.

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

Cold is the Night
When the Stars Shine Bright Is there any truth to this weather lore? And how come the stars seem brighter in colder months?

8 Wonderful Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.

Toothache
Want temporary relief from an aching tooth?

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

Kindling a Fire
Need ideas for kindling a fire?

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

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Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.

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

Foolish Weather for April?
April's weather can fool many of us into thinking that winter is hanging on. But the sun is getting stronger and the temperatures will warm up.

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

Apples: A solution for many health issues.
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But did you know apples may help your memory, prevent constipation, assist in digestion and more?!

Top Six Favorite July Things To Do
July is a fun time for many things. Check out our top six picks here.

Favorite Ways to Spend a Rainy Day
Don't let the rain outside get you down! Check out the Farmers' Almanac's list of 10 ways to enjoy April.

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.

Hush Puppies
This little round ball of fried dough has a unique, and potentially sad, origin.

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Why is Good Service so Hard to Schedule?
Sick of waiting on the repair man? So are we! Demand the good service that you deserve.

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?

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

How did Labor Day become a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?

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

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.

No lie George, here’s a good cherry pie!
Cherries are almost as popular as our first president. But are they nutritious? Do they really help lower cholesterol?

Ouchless Tips for Hammering Nails
Basic tips to be memorized. Easy tips for bruise-free hammering.

A Peanut A Day
March is national peanut month. Find out why you should incorporate peanuts into your daily diet.

Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.

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

Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.

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.

Wedding Traditions…Where Did They Come From?
If you're planning a winter wedding, you may want to read up on a few of these traditons.

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

What can you do with an armful of rhubarb?

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.

Must-Know Tips for Rainy Day Driving.
Summer thunderstorms can be a challenge to drive in. Get some important tips on ways to drive safe.

lunar eclipse
Choosing a date for your wedding is a big decision. Check out this old wedding lore rhyme.

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.

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

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

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.

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

The Classic Bruise
Black and Blue? Learn why bruises occur and what some natural and easy ways help prevent or minimize bruising.

Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!

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.

Gingersnaps Galore
With a few gingersnap cookies, you can turn ordinary pancakes, muffins and other foods into festive holiday treats with the wonderful gingersnap flavor.

Like snow? Count the number of fogs.
The story behind weather lore and how Farmers' Almanac makes its long-range weather predictions.

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.

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?

Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.

Easy Ways to Save Seeds
Garden Seed Harvesting Love your cucumbers this year? Learn how to save their seeds and plant them next year.

15 Easy Water Saving Tips
For Inside and Outside Saving water is a great way to live more resourcefully. Check out our Farmers' Almanac water conservation tips here.

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

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Fair Trade Gives People a Fair Chance
Find out how your shopping habits can help someone in a developing country.

About Variable Annuities
Variable annuities have become a part of the retirement and investment plans of many Americans. Before you buy a variable annuity, you should know some of the basics –

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Ben Franklin's Letter to the Editor
Re: Saving Daylight An actual duplicate of Franklin's letter in which he described why there should be some changes with the clocks.

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

A Lunar Show You Won't Want to Miss!
Tune in this Wednesday, February 20. Finally! A Lunar Eclipse that more than 3 billion people will be able to view! Find out more about this spectacular event!

The ABCs of Mutual Funds
A company may have many different types of shares that come with different conditions and rights.

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

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

Nature Agrees With Almanac’s Winter Outlook!
While the Farmers' Almanac doesn't use folklore in their formula, folklore is supporting the Almanac's cold winter outlook.

Go to Sleep - Naturally
Tips to help you fall asleep naturally, even if the holidays have you all stirred up.

Healthy Hints for Better Hair
Learn when's the best day to cut your hair. Did you know there is a certain time in the month that's better for cutting your hair? Find out why and what days are best this month.

Hungry? Think Blue!
July is National Blueberry Month. July is the best time to eat more blueberries. They're healthy, patriotic, and tasty!

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

An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.

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.

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

Saving on Prescription Drugs
Many Americans struggle with the high price of prescription medicine.

20 Ways to Save Gas
Gas prices continue to rise. Learn what you can do to help keep your gas consumption and expenditures down.

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

Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.

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.

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.

Farmers' Almanac Readers Name Apple Pie as our National Dessert
There are many symbols we use to help represent the US and what we stand for. But what about dessert? In 2001, we asked this very question.

Winter Feeding Mistakes
Try these solutions for Cattle Feeding foul-ups.

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

Say “I Do” to Green: Earth-Friendly Tips for Your Wedding Day
Move over "white." Green is becoming the color of weddings. Learn how to turn your wedding green.

The Meaning of Flowers
Want to send the right flower for the right occasion? A red rose means love, but what about a white one?

Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.

“See” the Importance of Eye Health
When was the last time you had your eyes checked?

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

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

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.

Natural Remedies for Stress
Learn how to avoid and deal with stress. Life's hectic pace and routines can add stress to your everyday life. Discover natural ways to avoid stress and learn how to unwind if it gets to you.

Back To School in Eco-Friendly Style
Check out the many earth-friendly options for this year's back-to-school shopping.

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

Flower Arranging Basics
Receive flowers for Valentine's Day? Learn some basics about the best ways to arrange them.

Record Breaking Winter Weather from 2008
Winter Extremes Winter of 2008 saw some record-breaking extremes. Find out where.

Top 5 Best Weather Cities To Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
Rain can spoil or cancel the game! Find out where the best weather is to catch a game this summer.

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.

Easy Ways to Preserve Summer's Bounty
Learn how to enjoy fresh foods all year-long and save money while doing so!

The Year of No Summer
In prolonged human suffering, no other disaster in New England in history matched the frigid summer of 1816, the coldest in American annals. To this day, no accurate record exists as to the number who perished, or what the financial loss might have been in a winter that lasted from November of 1815 until April 1817. No other event, other than the Gold Rush of 1849, had as much impact upon westward migration as did the "Year of No Summer."

How did an Almanac Save Christopher Columbus?!
Christopher Columbus once used an Almanac and an eclipse to save him and his crew. Find out how.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

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.

Recipes

Lasagna
This is a wonderful lasagna recipe.

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Fire Up the Grill

Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Salmon is readily available. This is a fast and easy meal to prepare.

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.

Barbecued Beef Brisket Recipe

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Hershey's Chocloate Fudge Cake

French Style Fish Fillets
Try this recipe for a great way to eat fresh fish.

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.

Chicken and Asparagus Amandine
This recipe gives you a quick and easy way to enjoy the delicious tastes of chicken and asparagus.

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

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

Southern Fried Chicken Patties

Asparagus with Lemon Crumb Topping
Looking for a new twist for asparagus? Surprise your guest with this recipe.

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.

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

Baked Stuffed Shrimp
A quick and tasty appetizer ideal for preparing ahead of time and popping in the oven just before guests arrive.

Peach Cobbler
August is Peach Month. It's time to turn those fresh peaches into a sweet tasty cobbler.

Spinach Balls

Sour Cream Biscuits
Sour cream has a wonderful way of helping produce moist baked goods, such as these delicate biscuits.

Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
Jalapeno pepper halves are stuffed with cheese and sausage. You will love this spicy appetizer treat!

Eggplant Fritters

Simple, but Tasty Peanut Butter Cookies
These easy peanut butter cookies are a treat for the children to enjoy making.

Crab Au Gratin

Cinnamon French Toast
French toast often known as eggy bread in the UK, is a popular breakfast food in North America.

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Pear Sauce (for Pumpkin- Pear Pie)

Pumpkin Dip
A savory appetizer you can serve with ginger snaps.

Cranberry-Orange Loaf Recipe

Breakfast Scones
These scones are delicious and you can add any flavoring, spice, dried fruits, nuts or citrus zest you like.

Microwave Peanut Brittle
This peanut brittle is so easy to make using the microwave.

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

Chocolate Delight
Make the best Decadent Chocolate Delight with this easy recipe.

Fresh Apple Cake
When apples are in season, there's nothing finer than a simple apple cake. Although easy to make, this cake is anything but ordinary.

Blue Cheese Party Ball
This is a wonderful cheese ball. It is very easy to make and simply delicious!

Dirty Rice
A Southern, all-time favorite. Make it as spicy or mild as you please. It is hearty on a cold winter's night. If you are cooking for a crowd, this recipe can easily be doubled. Be sure to serve this with cornbread!

Savory Potato Salad
Give any meal a special twist with this creamy, distinctive make-ahead salad. It's especially good along-side ham.

Teriyaki Kabobs
These kabobs are simple to make, and delicious to eat.

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.

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

Puffy Egg Cookies
These delicate clouds of puffiness are drop cookies, the easiest type of cookie you can make.

Angel Biscuits
These yeast biscuits are quick and easy to make...no waiting for dough to rise.

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

8 Minute Cheesecake
Eight minutes is all you'll need to make this sweet and tangy strawberry cheesecake!

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

Cherry Cheese Pie
This is pretty easy to make and makes a creamy sweet ending to any meal.

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

Orange Cake
I am not much of a dessert eater, but this is one of my favorites to make and to bring to someone as a gift.

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

Fried Clams
Simple to make and delicious to eat.

Make-it-yourself Cracker Jacks

Spanish Eggs
This Spanish eggs recipe makes a delicious breakfast. Easy to make, the recipe calls for fresh ingredients to make this entree perfect.

Bread Stuffing
Delicious and super simple to make! This is the stuffing to make if you're looking for simplicity in your stuffing.

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

Videos

Hints & Tips: Wax Paper in the Kitchen
Does using your mixing bowls always seem to make a mess on your kitchen counters? Try this tip from an old Farmers' Almanac.

Benjamin Banneker
The incredible story of the first Almanac written by an African-American--Benjamin Banneker, a son of slaves who solely through 'observational knowledge' taught himself to read, write, make a working clock, and understand the stars.

Green Toe
Green Toe, of Santa Barbara, California, makes an effort to "make shoes with no chemicals, no leather, no plastic, no poison, no nuthin' shoes that don't hurt the planet."

2006 Farm Aid
There are many people who make Farm Aid a success every year. We meet some of them and show clips of Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, and John Mellencamp performing.

Special Olympics Introduction
Tim and Eunice Shriver along with Tom Arnold, Senator Tom Harkin, Filmmaker Peter Farrelly, the athletes, coaches, families and volunteers strive to make the First National Special Olympics a life-changing event for all involved.

Products

Mossy Woods Wreath
Dried lichens, mosses, magnolias and preserved hydrageas make a beautiful contrast against fresh magnolia leaves. Choose from a variety of sizes to get the wreath that's perfect for your home.

Foxfire 4
Have you ever wanted to know how to make a fiddle? This fourth volume celebrates the home life and creative heritage of Appalachia, featuring sections on fiddle making, springhouses, horse trading, sassafras tea, berry buckets, knife making, wood carving, logging,...

Season Two
Episode 3
In Cooperstown the Main Street is the heart of the community. We look inside this Norman Rockwell storybook town. Dogfish Head Brewery make "off-centered ales for off-centered people," by creating crazy mad up styles that challenge your perception of what...

Season Two
Episode 10
Located on the tip of the Maine coast, this 9th generation family farm stretches through 9 miles of stunning landscape. Green Toe, of Santa Barbara, CA makes an effort to "make shoes with no chemicals, no leather, no plastic, no...

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 paper back yields more than 700 pearls of...

Season One
Episode 3
EPISODE THREE: A PRESIDENTIAL FARMER AND THE FIRST ALMANAC BY AN AFRICAN-AMERICANInsights from former President Jimmy Carter; the incredible story of the first Almanac written by an African-American-Benjamin Banneker, son of slaves who solely through 'observational knowledge' taught himself...

Arnold the snoring pig by GUND
Go hog-wild with Arnold the Snoring Pig, a cute, quirky companion sure to put a smile on anyone's face. Arnold's oversized snout, curly pink tail and I'm-so-sleepy expression make him a cheerful gift for animal lovers of all ages. Press...

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...

Vineyard cart end table
The original crates were open at the top for easy loading and unloading. To make our tables user-friendly we have added a split top that opens in halves from the middle to reveal ample storage.Made from Recycled wine barrels. ...

Season Two
Episode 4
Ames opened both its heart and home to the 1st ever National Special Olympics. This railroad town in the middle of America's breadbasket played an outstanding host to the event. Tim and Eunice Shriver along with Tim Arnold, Senator Tom...

Kitchen Wisdom Book
Pearls of Kitchen Wisdom serves up more than 500 time and money-saving pearls that have been passed down for generations from grandmothers and mothers to the youngsters working by their sides. Make your time spent in the kitchen more...

Vineyard Cart Coffee Table
This unique table was designed and patterned after antique grape carts used in the vineyards of Europe. The original crates were open at the top for easy loading and unloading. To make our tables user-friendly we have added a split...

Earth-Opoly
Earthopoly is a game celebrating Earth, one turn at a time!Players become the caretakers of wondrous locations around the planet, then increase their property value by collectingCarbon Credits and trading them in for Clean Air.AAHHHH!It's all fun and games until...

WheelEasy Yard Cart
The wheel easy is not a wheelbarrow. It's the next step in the evolution of wheelbarrows. The WheelEasy is a collapsible yard cart. This is the ideal product for yard work ranging from collecting weeds,spreading bark to...

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 12 Magnolia Blooms are shipped in a special insulated container, individually sleeved to...

Downloadable Best Days 2008 USA
NEW for Online Customers only – an expanded list of popular Farmers' Almanac Best Days from January to December 2008! Many people and Almanac tradition profess that if you do a variety of tasks during specific moon phases and signs...

Pure Honey in a 12.6 oz Jar
Tasting a variety of honeys teaches you not only the uniqueness of each honey but also which honey type you love the most. Each honey is pure and delicious. The nectars of the specific flowers determines the color,...

Pure Honey in a 3 oz Jar
Tasting a variety of honeys teaches you not only the uniqueness of each honey but also which honey type you love the most. Each honey is pure and delicious. The nectars of the specific flowers determines the color,...

In The Woods Book Series
Enjoy the photographic fantasies and delightful tales of these delightful children's books created by noted wildlife photographers, Carl R. Sams II and Jean Stoick. These hardcover books make a perfect gift for children of all ages.First Snow in the Woods:...

Pure Honey in a 20 oz Fluted Bottle
Ted Dennard first got interested in honey when he met an old beekeeper out in the boondocks south of Savannah named Roy Hightower details. Ted starting learning the mysteries of the trade, and the young man was hooked."Once you get...