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Full Hunter Moon: October

Tom Jorgensen — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:27:52 +0000

Learn about October's Full Hunter's Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts!

Find out about the ancient quarter day holiday for commemorating the harvest and how often you can expect a full Moon on Halloween night.

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How To Make Refrigerator Dill Pickles

Tom Jorgensen — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:49:00 +0000

See how to make refrigerator dill pickles. No canning or special equipment required! It's simple, easy, and surprisingly delicious!

Ingredients:
3-1/2 cups water
1-1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon canning salt (NOT table salt)
1 tablespoon sugar
cucumbers, unpeeled, sliced into disks (about 4 cups)
2 cloves garlic (whole)
2 heads fresh dill

Instructions:
Boil the water, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Cool. Add cucumbers, garlic, and dill in a plastic or glass bowl (not metal!). Cover with the cooled liquid. Put in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The pickles should be good for 6 weeks. Enjoy!

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How to Compost

PaulHarris — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:14:51 +0000

Learn how to compost! You can turn your kitchen scraps and organic yard debris into nutrient-rich plant food for your garden soil! Watch video.

To learn more about composting, go to Almanac.com/Compost.

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How to Grow Square Watermelon

PaulHarris — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:04:34 +0000

Learn how to grow square watermelon—plus, great gardening tips from Janice Stillman, Editor of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Watch video!

For more growing tips, see our Watermelon Plant Guide.

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Peach Blueberry Strudel Recipe

PaulHarris — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:47:18 +0000

See how to cook this delicious Peach Blueberry Strudel recipe.

The combination of peaches and ginger offers an exciting experience for the senses. When baked together in puff pastry, they make a wonderful dessert, served alone or with your favorite ice cream. Watch video!

Here is complete recipe for Peach Blueberry Strudel.

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Watermelon Barbecue Steak Marinade Recipe From the Garden-Fresh Cookbook

PaulHarris — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:50:58 +0000

See how to make the Watermelon Barbecue Marinade recipe featured in The Old Farmer's Almanac Garden-Fresh Cookbook. In this video, we use the marinade to create a mouthwatering Watermelon BBQ Steak dinner—perfect for summer.

You can use the marinade for chicken, pork, fish or shellfish, too. Here's the recipe for Watermelon Barbecue Marinade.

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Weather Wisdom for August: Dog Days of Summer

PaulHarris — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:27:56 +0000

What and when are the Dog Days of summer? Learn more in this short weather video.

To check your summer temperatures, see our Weather Center.

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Weather Wisdom for July: Cricket Thermometers

PaulHarris — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:46:12 +0000

In this video, we explain how you can tell the temperature by the chirps of a cricket.

Enjoy—and please comment below if this works for you!

During the summer months, you can listen to our "cricket thermometer" on Almanac4Kids.com.

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The Full Moon: August

douglas sack — Mon, 16 May 2011 13:53:07 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. In this video, learn about the Full Sturgeon Moon and why you can sometimes see the Moon during the daytime.

Weather Wisdom for June: Summer Solstice

douglas sack — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 19:21:25 +0000

Enjoy this short video about the Summer Solstice, the first day of summer—and find out why the longest day of the year isn't the hottest day of the year!

To learn more, see our First Day of Seasons page.

The Full Moon: June

douglas sack — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:14:46 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. This month, learn about the Full Strawberry Moon, and the waxing and waning phases of the Moon, from crescent to gibbous to Full and back again.

The Full Moon: July

douglas sack — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:54:45 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. This month, learn about the Full Buck Moon, why July is such an important month in Moon history, and how scientists measure the distance from Earth to the Moon.

Butternut Squash Soup Recipe from Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:08:42 +0000

In this video, learn about the health benefits of butternut squash, a "super vegetable", and see how to make Vermont Butternut Squash Soup, an all-new recipe from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook. Maple syrup brings out the butternut flavor, and gives this soup a hint of sweetness.

Weather Wisdom for April: Full Moon Temperature

douglas sack — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:20:01 +0000

Is the temperature colder during a full Moon? The answer may not seem obvious—until you watch this short weather video!

See our Weather Center for your local forecasts.

See full Moon dates and times for your area.

Tomato Cake Recipe from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:44:04 +0000

In this video, learn how to make Tomato Cake, a recipe from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook. This spice cake, made moist with fresh tomatoes, is a great way to incorporate veggies into your everyday baking. Also, learn about different tomato varieties and how to grow them successfully in your garden.

Tomato Cake

In the 1930s, tomato soup cakes were all the rage, yet they were a mystery because they did not taste like tomato soup. Make your tomato cake with ripe tomatoes from your own garden!

Cake

1 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped ripe tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped raisins

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease and flour a 13x9-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the sugar and shortening and mix until creamy. Add the eggs, beating after each. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Sift the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture and stir to blend. Add the tomatoes, nuts, dates, and raisins and stir thoroughly. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool.

Frosting

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 package (1 pound) confectioners' sugar
milk, as needed

In a large bowl, combine the butter, cream cheese, and vanilla and mix until creamy. Gradually beat in the sugar. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a little milk. Frost when the cake is cool. Serves 12.

Mexican Quiche Recipe from Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:29:19 +0000

In this video, learn about choosing ripe and sweet bell peppers from the grocery or farmer's market, and see an all new recipe, Mexican Quiche, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook. This quiche is loaded with fresh veggies and fragrant spices, and is great any time of day!

Find more great recipes, cooking videos, and blogs on the Garden-Fresh Cookbook page!

Pesto Lasagna Recipe from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:04:36 +0000

In this video, learn how to make Pesto Lasagna, including homemade pesto, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook.

Also, learn some tips for cooking with and growing your own herbs!

The Full Moon: April

douglas sack — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:12:04 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. This month, learn about the Full Pink Moon, and the Best Days to do certain activities based on the Moon's phases.

The Full Moon: May

douglas sack — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:35:04 +0000

This month, learn about May's Full Flower Moon, how the Moon's phases affect when the fish will bite, and the Almanac's criteria for a great fishing day.

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Weather Wisdom for May: Dust Devils

douglas sack — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:42:22 +0000

What is a dust devil? Whirling dust devils form through a different mechanism than tornadoes. Learn how they work and when they occur—plus, see video footage of a dust devil. Watch video!

See tornado questions and answers here.

Cranberry Pears Dessert Recipe from Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 19:08:32 +0000

In this video, learn how to tell when cranberries are ripe and see an all-new recipe, Cranberry Pears, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook. This dessert is perfect for entertaining: it looks elegant, but is very easy to make.

Full Worm Moon: March

douglas sack — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:41:35 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. In this video, learn about the Full Worm Moon, Moon illusion, and when and why the Moon rides high or rides low.

Apples and Pork Dinner Recipe from Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:32:00 +0000

In this video, learn about different types of potatoes and see an all-new recipe, Apples and Pork, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook.

This dinner recipe uses both fresh vegetables and fruit for a hearty and healthy meal. Try it in your slow cooker for an easy dinner!

Stuffed Eggplant Recipe from Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:51:29 +0000

In this video, learn about picking ripe eggplants and see an all-new recipe, Turkey-Stuffed Eggplant, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook.

This versatile and easy recipe can be a main dish or a side, and can also be used to stuff peppers or tomatoes.

Weather Wisdom for March: Snow as Fertilizer

douglas sack — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 18:58:13 +0000

Each month, we share a reader's weather question--and answer it! This month, the question is: Why is snow sometimes called “poor man’s fertilizer?”

Weather Wisdom for February: Window Fog

douglas sack — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 19:40:40 +0000

Why do windows get condensation and fog up in the winter? Get the answer in this short weather video.

Please share your comments and thoughts below!

The Full Moon: February

douglas sack — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 19:11:09 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. In this video, learn about the Full Snow Moon, "Moon weather", and the horns of the new crescent Moon.

Brussels Sprouts Recipes From Garden-Fresh Cookbook

douglas sack — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:44:18 +0000

In this video, learn cooking tips for brussels sprouts and see an all-new recipe, Brussels Sprouts with Sun-dried Tomatoes, from the Garden-Fresh Cookbook.

You may think you don't like brussels sprouts, but give this recipe a try and you just may change your mind!

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The Full Moon: January

douglas sack — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:58:39 +0000

Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full Moon along with some fascinating Moon facts. In this video, learn about the Full Wolf Moon, early exploration of the far side of the Moon, and why the far side and the near side are different.