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Looking for a hearty pasta dish that your family will really love?  Try this bow tie pasta salad with sweet Italian sausages. The salad is ready in just minutes but very hearty and tasty. It has a zesty kick from the Italian sausages and a fresh garden finish. Keep reading to find out how to …

Most ziti pasta recipes are baked and require a long preparation time. This skillet ziti noodles recipe is ready in less that 30 minutes and is super easy to prepare. Until this year, I had never tasted Swiss Chard. But I planted some on a whim in my vegetable garden this past summer and have …

These tips for sage plant care will help you get the most out of this popular garden herb plant. Garden sage is a culinary herb that is often used around the holidays to flavor your stuffing, but I use it all year round as a flavor component for chicken dishes. Sage is not just for …

This recipe for baked Italian sausage and peppers is oven baked in one dish for a really easy week night meal. Flavorful whole sausages are combined with tomatoes, Italian seasonings, sweet peppers and onions for a tasty dish that is really simple to prepare. It is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Keep reading …

This delicious sausage garlic Parmesan pasta recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes, and I can also make it for my family at a cost of less than $10. What is not to like about that? My family loves any recipes that have pasta in it, and I love coming up with new ideas …

This recipe for Cajun style andouille sausage kebabs is the perfect dish for a summer barbeque. I love sausage and peppers recipes. The combination seems just perfect for each other and they are also very easy to prepare. Today it is time to make them shish kebab style. Do you feel like a trip to …

This one pot creamy spinach sausage fettuccine recipe is one that I get asked to make again and again. It is that tasty! I love fettuccine, my whole family loves sausages, and I love meals that come together easily.  Pasta and sausages go together in my house like a hand and glove. My husband loves …

Tonight our table will feature this mild Italian Sausage with drunken noodles recipe. I’m in the mood for something special,and also want to treat my husband.   He’s very fond of Italian sausages and pasta and loves them whenever I cook them for him.  Keep reading to find out how to make this dish. Let’s …

This recipe for beer brined grilled pork chops uses Killian’s Irish Red beer plus brown sugar and agave syrup which compliments the natural sweetness of the pork and add some complexity as well. Using sage in this rub gives the pork chops an nice earthy flavor.  See my tips for growing sage here. We grill …

My husband loves sausages and pasta, so I combined them with a home made sauce to make this Italian Sausages Recipe. I recently made a batch of home made mushroom pasta sauce and wanted to use it for a great tasting recipe. I love Italian Sausages and peppers recipes. The combination seems just perfect for …

These tips for poinsettia plant care will ensure your beautiful holiday plant continues to delight you all through the holiday season and into next year.  More poinsettia plants are sold during November and December than the yearly sales of all the other potted plants, other than orchids. There is a good reason for this popularity …

Would you like a list of winter spices to use in Christmas recipes? This Christmas spices list is for you! Whether your tastes run to prime rib or a home-cooked turkey, knowing which Christmas herbs and spices to use is a must. The smell of a typical holiday dinner is a yearly happening that most of …

Christmas cactus care is easy when you provide the right light, water, and soil. This winter-blooming succulent thrives indoors, adding festive color to your home when most plants are dormant. Botanically known as Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly S. bridgesii), this holiday cactus features vibrant tubular-shaped flowers. In the Northern Hemisphere, blooms appear in December and January, …

Creating a gingerbread house for the holidays is a fun Christmas activity that the whole family can enjoy. These gingerbread house tips will help you build a sturdy house that holds together and looks amazing. From using muffin tins to hold your candy supplies to choosing the best icing, these steps will make building a …

This peppermint crunch sugar cookie is crunchy and sweet. It’s the perfect cookie to take to your annual cookie swap. The cookies are shaped into balls and baked, dipped in white chocolate, and then decorated with a sprinkle of crushed peppermint sticks. You only need four ingredients to make this easy Christmas cookie recipe, which …

Making a gingerbread house is one of the most fun holiday traditions, and choosing the right candy can really make your holiday house shine. In this guide, we’ll share the best candies for gingerbread houses. You’ll also get decorating ideas to use those candies in creative ways. From colorful roof shingles and whimsical walkways to …

This white Christmas fudge recipe has a jewel-like appearance from the red and green cherries embedded in white chocolate. It is the perfect Christmas treat. The recipe is easy to make, even for those with little to no experience in making fudge. Keep reading to learn how to make this white chocolate fudge recipe. Some …

Christmas cactus propagation is easy with stem cuttings. They root quickly in soil, giving you new plants in just weeks. These step-by-step instructions show how to expand your indoor plant collection or share with friends this holiday season. This guide focuses on soil propagation, the most dependable method for Schlumbergera x buckleyi (formerly Schlumbergera bridgesii). …

This delicious toasted almond cocktail combines the sweetness of amaretto (an almond-flavored liqueur) with the rich coffee notes of Kahlua and cream. This creamy blend of liqueurs makes a sweet after-dinner cocktail that your guests will love. You only need three ingredients, and the drink is ready in minutes! Keep reading for this easy dessert …

 This recipe for roasted butternut squash combines the richness and sweetness of butternut squash with a wonderful Moroccan spice mix for a taste sensation. Butternut pumpkin has the most amazing flavor. Today we’ll be roasting it to bring out its natural sweetness and use it as a side dish. The recipe is easy to prepare …

Roasted pumpkin seeds are a healthy and nutritious snack. They are filled with nutritional goodness and are very easy to prepare. They are a great project to do with the kids when pumpkins are in season. If you harvest pumpkins at the peak of ripeness and use spices while roasting them, the seeds taste amazing. …

This recipe for cranberry pecan crostini appetizers is the perfect light bite to start any special gathering of friends. These snacks are nice to serve with drinks before dinner, and they also make a lovely starter to a meal when served on small plates with a light salad. Having a small bite-sized appetizer will start …

One of the best ways to make sure that your Thanksgiving dinner is a success is to make a plan, and stay organized. This Thanksgiving menu planner will be a great help. This free printable planner will help you figure out what to cook for your Thanksgiving menu from appetizers to desserts. There is also …

Fall is the time for decorating with Indian corn. These colorful ears of ornamental corn (also known as flint corn and calico corn) have been around for centuries. Indian corn is a natural element that can be used in fall decorations. I especially love the texture that Indian corn adds. Ornamental corn is available in many …

Would you like to know the best herbs for roasting turkey? Thanksgiving is coming soon, and a roasted turkey is on many menus. If you are cooking turkey for the first time, you may find yourself asking, “What herbs and spices go with turkey?” You can place a turkey in your oven and roast it …

This Mexican pumpkin dip recipe will be the hit of your fall gathering. It is easy to make and is served in a pumpkin bowl. The dip looks great on a party table and is both practical and decorative. The bowl is easy to make. Just scoop out the pumpkin and seeds. Then make the …