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Articles

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

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.

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.

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:

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

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Can Acorns Predict a Rough Winter?
Natural Signs of a Bad Winter

Health and Medical Hints from 1901
Ever been told to chew on a roasted onion for a headache? Prescribed a daily bath? Check out these natural tips and medical hints from the 1901 Farmers' Almanac.

Healthy Hints for the New Year
Easy to follow tips for a healthier you.

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

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?

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

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

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.

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

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

Everything you always wanted to know about a hot dog . . .
And then some. What do you call them? Hot dogs, frankfurters, wieners? Learn some trivia about this popular summertime food.

Test Your Food Trivia
Strange but true food facts. See how many you know.

Recipes

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.

Pork Medallions with Pear-Cranberry Sauce
Sliced pork cooks faster than a whole tenderloin, and this pear- cranberry sauce not only has wonderful flavor, but it's also quick and easy.



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


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

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

Smoked Chicken Roll Ups
Dinner in a hurry can be as simple as rolling up a tortilla.

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



Quick Beef Stroganoff
Simple, Fast & Delicious!


Cowboy Steak
A throwback recipe for a juicy cowboy steak.

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

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

Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup
Once you try this delightful version of tomato soup with the perfume of basil, you'll swear off canned tomato soup for good.

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


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Quick Zucchini Delight


Leftover Macaroni and Ham Casserole
Here's a fabulous recipe using leftover Christmas foods like ham & macaroni.


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

Rise & Shine Cheesy Egg Bake
Start your morning right with a wholesome breakfast.



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

Bill Barker's Beer Bread
When it comes to minimum input and maximum output in the kitchen, beer bread is about as good as it gets.


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

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

Cider Vinegar BBQ Sauce Recipe
This hand-crafted barbecue sauce recipe is is a snap to whip up.

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

Company Potatoes
These potatoes are a real crowd pleaser. Great for breakfast with a side of eggs or served up as a hearty entree for dinner.

Holiday Cheese Ball
Give your holiday cheeseball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats and more.

Creole Omelet
Creole-style cooking is the perfect way to start your morning.

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




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Crunch Pea Salad


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.

Master Meat Loaf
For meatloaf the only limit is your imagination!


Tomato Meat Sauce
This is the basic tomato meat sauce that does not require making meatballs.

Woodcock in Wild Mushroom Sauce Recipe
A fabulous recipe for a hunters wild game catch!


Baked Mashed Potatoes
These potatoes are just as delicious if you substitute reduced-fat dairy products. ...

Dill Dip
A classic party dip that can be served in a fresh-baked Beer Bread bowl.

Mexican Cornbread
This cornbread is moist and tasty with just a hint of heat!

Paella
This is a wonderful dish from my grandma, Blanche Bianco. It's pretty and you need just one pot.


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


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

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Spinach Souffle'

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

Strawberry Spinach Salad
The wonderful taste of strawberries and spinach all come together in this lovely salad.

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.


Fancy Potatoes
This looks like a very fancy side dish, but is actually easy to do. Definitely a unique way to serve potatoes.


Potato Latke Recipe
Here is an old fashioned Eastern European dish that should be revived. It is nourishing and easy to prepare, and a platter of these - served with sour cream and applesauce - is wonderful!



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

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

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

Spinach Pie
This is one pie you won't feel guilty about eating! A sumptuous and healthy blend of spinach, eggs, and cheese.

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

Butternut Squash and Roasted Garlic Soup
The soup is a lovely addition to Thanksgiving or other holiday meal.

Five Bean Salad
This colorful salad blends the flavor and texture of five beans.


Sweet Three Bean Salad
This classic three bean salad makes a great addition to any meal.

Curried Chicken Salad
This recipe is the perfect use for leftover roasted or grilled chicken.

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

Mashed Potatoes Supreme
This mashed potato recipe turns this classic comfort food into a mouthwatering creation.


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

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Salmon Egg Foo Young

Easy Fried Rice
A fried rice that you can enjoy as is or load up with your favorite veggies or meat.


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



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Speedy Curried Ham

Baked Vidalia Onions
A very simple dish that is sure to please.



Quiche Lorraine
This classic is the cornerstone of any traditional brunch.

Roasted Potatoes
Roasted potatoes coated with olive oil and your favorite herbs, are always a crowd pleaser.

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Sausage Stuffing
A delightful stuffing- excellent with chicken or turkey.

Beef Stroganoff
Beef and mushrooms cooked in sour cream and served over noodles, this classic recipe has proved itself time and time again.

Baked Potato Soup
A loaded baked potato soup recipe, this soup incorporates baking potatoes, bacon, cheese, sour cream, and other vegetables and seasonings.


Vidalia Onion Pie
If you enjoy onions, you'll probably really love this unique recipe

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Deer Hash

Pepper Steak
This recipe would work well with Venison steak also.

Baked Onion Soup
Bake with a topping of Parmesan cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and slices of French bread.

Videos

Vidalia Onions
The story of a small town farmer who, with the help of his family, turned a small tomato farm into the largest Vidalia Onion producer in America.

Visual Journey: Onion Harvest
Farmers' Almanac TV takes you on a visual journey of an onion harvest.

Spotlight on Herbs: Chives
Chives are onion-like perennials that are typically used fresh in baked potatoes and egg dishes.

Blog

Cooking Outside the Bread Box
September 5, 2005 10:28 PM

Fresh From the Garden Cooking
July 29, 2005 2:48 PM