Tips, Tricks, and Recipes

Well, it’s spring, at least in some parts of the world 😉   Here in Ohio we are never quite ready to call it that until April, but this year is extreme even for Ohio! Even with the weather we’ve had, you can still get a few things growing, if not directly in the garden, then […]

Why Do My Onions Sprout? Why do my onions/potatoes sprout? And when they do, can I still use them? The short answer to the first question is: “They think it’s spring.” To the second it is: “Yes!”  Depending on their variety, all potatoes and onions will try to sprout after a certain number of days.

How To Use Turkey Wings and Drumsticks Turkey wings are huge, and if cut apart at the joints, could almost pass for chicken drumsticks. Each wing should net you a wing tip (toss in the stock pot), and two  “drummette” pieces. One will be similar to a chicken drum, with just one bone. The other

How Do You Store Potatoes? Potatoes. We all love them. They are affordable, versatile, and satisfying. But how do you store them? How do you tell when they are beyond help? Potatoes store best at about 45 degrees. They like it cool, but not too cold, and damp, but not wet. Dark is a must.