How to propagate an orchid from a leaf.

Orchids  are  a passion that many of us share, and it’s no wonder. These wonderful plants give us some of the most beautiful flowers in nature, with the most varied shapes and colors. However, they have a small drawback: they are really expensive. Few people know, however, that  orchids can also be propagated at home  , following precise but very simple… Continue reading How to propagate an orchid from a leaf.

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Revive a faded orchid thanks to the florists’ trick: it will bloom again

How to revive an orchid so that it blooms again? In order for your orchids to last as long as possible, they need to be well maintained. These indoor plants with white, yellow or blue flowers are very sensitive to cold. Even if they don’t require much attention, sometimes  these flowers fade depending on their variety and season.  To… Continue reading Revive a faded orchid thanks to the florists’ trick: it will bloom again

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How to grow potatoes at home

To grow potatoes at home, you will need: Wooden construction boards; Pre-germinated potatoes: pre-germination of the tubers of this vegetable saves two to three weeks; Soil: a little compost to cover the potatoes when they start to grow; A  natural fertilizer for potatoes. How to build your own potato growing container: Material: 24 boards (16 x… Continue reading How to grow potatoes at home

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Chocolate-Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart

Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted 6 tablespoons butter, melted 1/3 cup baking cocoa 1/4 cup packed brown sugar filling: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 cups halved fresh strawberries 3 tablespoons hot fudge ice cream topping

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Raspberry Cream Pie

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 45 wafers) 1/3 cup chopped pecans 1/4 cup butter, melted filling: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons orange liqueur 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped topping: 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 3 tablespoons water 2-1/2 cups… Continue reading Raspberry Cream Pie

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Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes

Ingredients 1-1/4 cups butter, softened 1-1/2 cups sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup baking cocoa 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 cup grated zucchini 1 cup grated carrots 1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting

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Contest-Winning Zucchini Pancakes

Ingredients 1/3 cup biscuit/baking mix 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups shredded zucchini 2 tablespoons butter

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Sausage Potato Casserole

Ingredients 1 pound bulk pork sausage 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 3/4 cup whole milk 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes (about 1-1/4 pounds) 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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