Archive for September, 2009

Herbal Cures For Various Ailments  September 27th, 2009 by Josh

It’s that time of year again, everyone is seeking cures for the common cold and other ailments which affect the body during the fall and winter. Many people don’t realize they have cures and supplements for these conditions growing right outside in their gardens!

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The Many Faces Of American Stew  September 26th, 2009 by Josh

Putting together a great summary of stews in America is a little like describing the different landscapes of each state. Since there are so many regional varieties available across the country, exploring them can be a real treat, especially if you’re interested in some new tastes which you might not have experienced before.

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Plant Spotlight: Sweet Potato  September 6th, 2009 by Josh

Here’s the first of a new series I’m starting on the different varieties of plants you may find. Today we’ll be taking a look at the absolutely delicious vegetable known as sweet potato (ipomoea batatas). Also known as yam*, this wonderful plant hails from the tropical regions of Southern America and is usually grown for the tuber, although the roots and leaves are also perfectly edible.

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Harvesting Herbs The Easy Way  September 1st, 2009 by Josh

Growing your herbs indoors comes with a plethora of advantages, the main examples being the lack of pests nibbling at your greenery and not having to weed your plants (unless it’s in a windowsill by the garden and you happen to be super unlucky). Being able to to take them from the cradle to the grave during cooking gives you that unique taste which will keep people coming back for more.

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