Bloody Mary with Fresh Tomatoes
Making a Bloody Mary from fresh tomatoes I'm not a big fan of commercially canned tomato juice. In fact, I only learned to tolerate it so I could drink Bloody Marys. And if you ...READ MORE
How to Can Tomatoes Without Waste
How to can tomatoes First, let's talk about your options when it comes to canning tomatoes. Tomatoes can be canned in all the following way (note, I'm not delving into ...READ MORE
Reusable Canning Lids
Can you reuse canning lids? Maybe you already know the answer - no, you can't reuse canning lids. You can only use a canning lid once.... UNLESS you use reusable canning lids! (yes, there ...READ MORE
Recipe for Herb Couscous
A no-cook summer classic, herbed couscous recipe One of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh herbs and produce straight from the garden is this herb couscous recipe. It's quick, easy and delicious and you ...READ MORE
The best garden supplies you’re not using
Garden supplies and tools you don't know you need When you think about things you need to garden, the obvious stuff probably comes to mind. Things like shovels or pruners, maybe a wheelbarrow or ...READ MORE
Recipe for vinaigrette
How to make vinaigrette salad dressing at home It's hard to beat a big, crisp salad in the heat of summer. Although homegrown lettuce might be hard to come by during hot weather, there's ...READ MORE
How to Make Infused Simple Syrup
How to make infused syrup If you've visited Hey Big Splendor before, you know I'm really into two things - fresh herbs and cocktails. Infused simple syrups combine those things in a wonderful way. ...READ MORE
Are soil amendments necessary?
Are soil amendments necessary? What you need to know about using them and how to save money on them. It's very, very easy to spend a lot of money gardening. Even frugal gardeners can ...READ MORE
What is the difference between peppermint and spearmint?
Wondering about the difference between peppermint and spearmint? It's a common question. After all, both spearmint and peppermints are in the mint family. The mints look and smell similar, at least at first ...READ MORE
Growing Chamomile
Wondering about growing chamomile? Chamomile has been used for centuries as a remedy for inflammatory issues, like arthritis and colic, as well a treatment for aches and pains. It's a popular sedative and can ...READ MORE
