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Book Review: Sandor Katz’s Fermentation Journeys

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In his new book, "Sandor Katz’s Fermentation Journeys," the fermentation expert explores fermentation traditions from around the world.

Recipe: A Tangy Fermented Green Tomato Relish

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As cooler weather moves in with green tomatoes still on the vine, you can make this delicious fermented green tomato relish to preserve your unripened harvest.

Growing Hopi Blue Corn, Banana Melons & Toothache Plants With Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

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Horticulturalist Randel Agrella from the Missouri-based seed purveyor spotlights five heirloom varieties that will brighten up your farm and garden plans.

Recipe: Enjoy This Orange Blossom Cocktail By The Coop!

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After feeding time in the coop, make it cocktail hour with this recipe for a delicious orange blossom slush, excerpted from "Drinking With Chickens."

“Creepy” Chicken Offal Recipes, From Comb To Claws

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Go beyond the eye of newt this spooky season with some "creepy" (but tasty and traditional) recipes that make use of chicken offal.

Recipe: Shirred Eggs With Brussels Sprouts & Bacon

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Shirred eggs (aka eggs baked in ramekins or a muffin pan) become a hearty meal with the addition of shredded Brussels sprouts and crispy bacon.

Simple Fermented Pickled Jalapeños Preserve The Pepper Harvest

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This recipe for garlicky, tangy fermented jalapeños makes fiery use of that end-of-season crop of hot peppers from the garden.

Wild Dog Farms Blesses The West Oakland Community With “Microgreen Confetti”

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Food | Urban Farming |
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Urban farm founder Tchell DePaepe tells us all about the joys of super-potent wasabi and vibrant fuchsia amaranth microgreens.

Make & Preserve Your Own Chicken Bone Broth

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Chicken bone broth is delicious and nutritious, so make and can some to sustain you and yours over the cold winter months. (Bonus: You can even use your extra roosters.)

Chili Peppers Are A Fun & Useful Garden Crop (Video)

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Chili peppers are a favorite crop with an interesting history and range of flavors. Here are some tips for growing and using them in your garden and home.

Recipe: Fermented Sour Garlic Dill Pickles

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These fermented dill pickles bring crunchy texture and a sour taste unique to fermented cucumbers. Make some now to enjoy all winter!

Yes, Chicken Of The Woods Tastes Like Chicken

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Food | Homesteading |
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In this excerpt from "How to Forage Mushrooms without Dying," Frank Hyman takes a look at a favorite, flavorful fungus: Chicken of the Woods.

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